As of today (August 24, 2025):
CoinDesk reports #ETH at about $4,786.15 CoinDesk.
MetaMask lists it around $4,763.88 MetaMask.
CoinGecko shows approximately $4,766.58 CoinGecko.
So, generally, Ethereum is trading in the $4,760–$4,790 range today.
The recent surge? ETH due to a fresh all-time high near $4,885 following dovish comments from Fed Chair Powell on expected rate cuts CoinCentralBrave New CoinThe Economic TimesMarketWatch.
What Are Experts Saying About the Future Price?
Short-Term (Next Few Weeks to End of 2025)
Cryptopolitan suggests a potential climb to $6,000 within three weeks—but notes risks like ETF outflows and selling pressure Cryptopolitan.
Crypto-Economy expects ETH toward $6,100 by year-end, fueled by Layer-2 adoption and institutional inflows Crypto Economy.
InvestingHaven forecasts 2025 lows around $2,906 and highs possibly breaking $5,000, with an average near $2,960 InvestingHaven.
Analyst Forecasts & Institutional ViewsBenzinga collects analyst projections ranging from $2,061 to $6,000, averaging around $4,054 for 2025 Benzinga.
Standard Chartered, per Reuters, upgraded its ETH year-end target to $7,500, citing regulatory tailwinds, ETF demand, and rising stablecoin activity. They also project ETH could reach $25,000 by end-2028 Reuters.
MarketWatch highlights favorable regulation (e.g., stablecoin frameworks, "Project Crypto") and institutional demand that could help re-test ATH levels (~$4,800) MarketWatch.
Fundstrat, via strategist Tom Lee, targets $10,000 by end-2025, citing growing institutional interest and regulatory support MarketWatch.
Bullish Sentiment & Technical OutlookIndiaTimes suggests ETH could reach $7,000 by Q4 2025, driven by institutional interest and ETF growth Indiatimes.
Another article projects potential for ETH to hit $8,000, inspired partly by ecosystem growth through Layer-2 projects like Remittix Indiatimes.
Final Take.
Right now Ethereum is cruising in the $4.7k–$4.8k zone—already flirting with fresh highs. Analysts are bullish: some say it could rocket to $6k or even more by year-end as ETFs flow in and Layer-2 innovations heat up. Heavy hitters like Standard Chartered are calling for $7.5k, while others envision a $10k target by December. But remember, crypto’s a wild ride—prices still swing hard if regulators or sentiment shift. So, whether you're eyeing short-term moves or long-term plays, keep one eye on news and the other on your risk appetite.
