Bitcoin (BTC): Bitcoin continues to dominate headlines, trading around $95,000 as of late April. Analysts from Standard Chartered predict BTC could hit $120,000 in Q2, driven by a weakening U.S. dollar and strategic asset reallocation away from U.S. markets. Some experts, like those at QCP Capital, expect a bullish May and June, fueled by positive market sentiment and potential Federal Reserve rate cuts. However, macroeconomic factors like the upcoming FOMC meeting on May 6 could introduce volatility if rate hikes occur.

Ethereum (ETH): Ethereum is hovering just above $1,800, with the upcoming Pectra upgrade (scheduled for May 7) sparking renewed interest. This upgrade could boost transaction capacity, potentially pushing ETH toward the $2,000 resistance level. Despite a 47% drop in 2025, whale accumulation and institutional buying pressure signal a possible recovery. Analysts warn that a failure to break $2,000 could trigger selling pressure from whales looking to break even.

XRP: XRP is consolidating around $2.26, reflecting broader market stability. Experts suggest a potential rally to $3 if bullish sentiment persists, supported by a high funding rate indicating trader optimism. However, a long/short ratio leaning toward shorts and recent liquidations of long positions could weaken this outlook. Long-term forecasts remain bold, with some predicting XRP could reach $1,000 in the distant future.

Altcoins and Market Trends: Altcoins like SUI, Bitcoin Cash (BCH), and Hedera (HBAR) are showing strength, with gains outpacing major coins. Shiba Inu (SHIB) could see proportional growth if the total crypto market cap climbs to $30 trillion, though specific May forecasts are less clear. The Cryptocurrency Fear and Greed Index has moved into "greed" territory at 60, suggesting growing confidence but also potential for