ETH/USD Breakdown or Breakout? July 18 Analysis
Ethereum nears $3,600 as ETF inflows rise, but a pause may follow.
By Pratik OswalChief Technical Analyst

Ethereum has surged to multi-month highs, currently trading around $3,580–$3,620 after breaking above key resistance levels. The move was driven by strong inflows into ETH ETFs and robust on-chain metrics.
The ETH/USD trend remains decisively bullish. However, early signals suggest potential consolidation due to overbought readings.
Key Technical Levels
| Level | Price (USD) | Description |
| Immediate Support | $3,307 | Previous breakout zone |
| Key Support | $3,107 | Fib. retracement / prior neckline |
| Pivot | $3,513 | Current 4H-pivot |
| Resistance 1 | $3,525 | 0.786 Fibonacci retracement |
| Resistance 2 | $3,626 | 2025 local high |
| Resistance 3 | $3,715 – $4,100 | Next swing targets |
Moving Averages
- Short-and long-term EMAs (20, 50, 100, 200) are all positioned well below the current price, confirming a persistent uptrend.
- 20 EMA (4hr): $3,163.
- 200 EMA (4hr): $2,691.
- This strong alignment suggests dynamic support during any short-term dips.
Bollinger Bands
- Bands are expanded, with ETH currently trading above the upper band at $3,418.
- Expansion signals high volatility and possible overextension—expect minor pullbacks or sideways action as traders book profits.
Relative Strength Index (RSI)
- 30-min RSI: 71.4 — firmly overbought.
- 14-day RSI: 85+, signaling short-term overbought conditions, but still reflecting strong buying momentum.
Fibonacci Levels
- 0.618 Fib (support): $3,177 (recently broken out).
- 0.786 Fib (resistance): $3,525 (immediate target for bulls).
- Projected move targets based on pattern: $3,700–$4,100 in the coming sessions if momentum is maintained.
SRSI/MACD
- MACD: Bullish, but histogram flattening—momentum may cool short-term.
- Stochastic RSI (SRSI): Readings are high, indicating overbought, cautioning for quick shakeouts or consolidations.
Support & Resistance Summary
- Immediate support: $3,307, then $3,107.
- First major resistance: $3,525–$3,626.
- Break above $3,626: Would confirm next leg up toward $3,700–$4,100.
ETH’s outlook is bullish, but prepare for possible brief corrections due to overbought conditions. Monitor prices at the noted levels for clues on the next move.
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Pratik Oswal
An Electronics and Telecommunication Engineer with a strong foundation in analytical and quantitative thinking. I have authored seven books on Mathematics and have been actively involved in trading since 2012. Since 2017, I have been deeply engaged in the crypto ecosystem, gaining extensive experience across digital assets, markets, and emerging blockchain technologies. My background combines technical expertise, mathematical proficiency, and over a decade of hands-on experience in financial markets.
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