Ethereum (ETH) has just recorded a spectacular leap in price and global financial status, marking an important milestone in its journey from a decentralized technology platform to a key financial asset.
According to data from Bitcoin Magazine, the market capitalization of ETH reached a peak of 461.49 billion USD in 2025 before slightly adjusting down to 451.55 billion USD.
With a price of 3,810 USD on July 20, Ethereum now has a market capitalization that surpasses many financial giants like Goldman Sachs (217.3 billion USD) and the Bank of China (237.9 billion USD).
This breakthrough not only reflects the growing confidence from the market but also shows that Ethereum is gradually being perceived as a macro hedge asset and a platform for financial innovation. The role of ETH in the fields of tokenization, stablecoins, and on-chain finance continues to reinforce its monetary value in the digital age.
However, alongside the wave of optimism, many experts also issue cautious warnings. Ran Neuner, host of Crypto Banter, believes that the market is approaching the peak of a 4-year cycle, and this is the time for investors to start building profit-taking strategies.
"Don't get swept up in the green candle euphoria. Take some profits and prepare for a correction phase," he emphasizes.
Sharing the same view, Benjamin Cowen – founder of Into the Cryptoverse – notes that many altcoins are underperforming compared to ETH, which often happens in the late cycle when capital flows concentrate into large assets. He likens this situation to the previous dominance of BTC, now repeating with ETH.
Trader Daan Crypto Trades adds with statistics: 80% of altcoins in the top 100 have outperformed Bitcoin in the past month, but this ratio drops to only 41% when considered over 3 months. According to him, profit rotation and risk management will be the optimal strategy in the current stage.
Despite Ethereum asserting its strong position in the global financial arena, veteran experts still advise investors to remain vigilant. In the world of cryptocurrency, every peak is part of a cycle – and no cycle lasts forever.