Ethereum Tracks Bitcoin Rally: Why A Surge to $3,400 Could Be The Beginning

Ethereum is beginning to mirror Bitcoin’s bullish momentum, steadily climbing as market confidence strengthens. After weeks of consolidation, price action is now pressing against a key resistance zone, signaling that a breakout could be near. With momentum building and structure turning increasingly bullish, a move is now coming into focus.

Breakout Brewing: Why ETH’s Structure Signals Imminent Upside

Michaël van de Poppe, in a recent market update, suggested that ETH is gearing up to follow Bitcoin’s upward path. The analyst, who has outlined his levels in Euros, highlighted a steady and controlled grind higher, with ETH now closing in on a crucial breakout level around €2,070 ($2,430).

Price action has continued to test this resistance zone without a significant rejection. Such repeated attempts typically weaken a resistance level over time, as sell orders get absorbed and buyers gain confidence. With each retest, the likelihood of a breakout increases, pointing to a potential shift into a stronger bullish phase.

Beyond the immediate barrier, he identified €2,350 ($2,759) and €2,900 ($3,400) as the next key resistance zones to watch. These levels could act as interim checkpoints, but the overall trend suggests that momentum may not stall easily at the first hurdle. 

Source: Chart from Michaël van de Poppe on X

A rejection around €2,350 would likely be considered a weak outcome, especially after nearly three months of consolidation below the current resistance band. Extended consolidation phases often lead to explosive moves, meaning a deeper push toward €2,900 (roughly $3,400) appears more consistent with the buildup seen on the charts. 

Momentum across the broader altcoin could further accelerate if Bitcoin continues its climb toward the $84,000–$87,000 range. In that scenario, Ethereum could not only reach its projected euro-denominated targets but also set the stage for an even more aggressive upside phase.