Why does $ETH continue too much?

Ethereum is not just the second largest crypto; it is the 'mother' of smart contracts. Every NFT, DeFi, rollup, and cool dApp runs on it. With the Pectra upgrade and the expansion of Layer 2, fees have dropped and the network has become faster. So, if you want exposure to innovation (and not just pure store of value), having ETH in your wallet is mandatory.

And USDC comes in as a golden supporting actor.

USDC is a stablecoin pegged to the dollar that works within the Ethereum network (and several others). This means you can:

• Park trade profits in something that doesn’t fluctuate.

• Earn yield: lending USDC in protocols like Aave or Curve yields about 3–5% per year without much hassle.

• Pay fees whenever you want to move tokens without converting ETH.

How to use this duo?

1. Hold part in ETH to ride the long-term appreciation and still benefit from low gas fees.

2. Convert profits into $USDC to protect gains and, if you want, earn safe interest while waiting for the next opportunity.

3. Balance your portfolio: when ETH rises too much, realize some into USDC; when the market corrects, buy back ETH at a discount using your USDC.

Practical example

Suppose you started the year with 1 ETH at $2,300 and 1,500 USDC. ETH spikes to $3,000 — you sell 0.2 ETH, convert to USDC, and park it in a lending at 4% APY. When ETH corrects to $2,500, you use part of the USDC to buy back more ETH and come out ahead.

Why does it make sense?

• Internal diversification: you are not 100% tied to the rise or fall of ETH.

• Passive income: USDC earns while it's parked.

• Agility: without needing to leave the ecosystem, you move and reinvest quickly.

So, here’s the tip: ETH gives you exposure to crypto growth, and USDC gives you stability and safe yield. Together, they are an unbeatable team for those looking to grow and protect capital