$ETH
đ˘đ˘ Ethereum now trades around $2,800, nearing multiâweek highs on strong volume and institutional interest . The recent Pectra upgrade boosts transaction speeds, lowers costs, and raises staking capacityâthough market reaction has been muted amid underperformance versus peers . Key catalysts include Layerâ1 scaling plans, expanding Layerâ2 ecosystems, and inflows into spot ETH ETFs, which fuel bullish investor sentiment . Analysts project Ethereum could reach $3,000â$4,000 by yearâend with upside scenarios extending to $6,000â$8,500 around late 2025 . Success hinges on executing upgrades, growing adoptionâespecially by institutionsâand navigating macroeconomic and regulatory risks.