- ETH’s short-term outlook shows signs of a bullish reversal around the $3,000 psychological level.
- On-chain metrics suggest selling pressure, but most ETH holders remain in profit.
Ethereum [ETH] was also hit by the recent altcoin correction, dipping over 20% after being rejected at the $4,000 resistance level.
However, this downtrend may not be significant, as Ethereum’s technical patterns and on-chain metrics show mixed signals of a potential price recovery or further volatility.
ETH approaching key support at $2.8k
On the weekly chart, Ethereum’s price movement shows consolidation in a bullish flag pattern—a pattern that often precedes a breakout. The recent dip has brought ETH close to the lower boundary of this ascending flag at $2,800.
If this level holds strong, it could act as a springboard for a massive upward rally. A successful rebound here may push Ethereum toward its next key target of $6,000.
However, failure to maintain this support could expose ETH to further downside.
![ETHUSD 2025 01 10 09 26 29 9f968](https://ambcrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/ETHUSD_2025-01-10_09-26-29_9f968.png)
Source: TradingView
Signs of a short-term reversal at $3,000
Zooming down to the daily chart, Ethereum’s price action indicates a potential short-term bullish reversal.
The $3,000 psychological level appears pivotal, as ETH trading activity has increased slightly over the last 24 hours.
![ETHUSD 2025 01 10 10 02 28 0b570](https://ambcrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/ETHUSD_2025-01-10_10-02-28_0b570.png)
![ETHUSD 2025 01 10 10 02 28 0b570](https://ambcrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/ETHUSD_2025-01-10_10-02-28_0b570.png)
Source: TradingVew
CryptoQuant data supports this, showing a sharp surge in active addresses during the same period. Increased network activity often signals renewed interest, potentially stabilizing prices or sparking an upward move.
![Bitcoin Active Addresses](https://ambcrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Bitcoin-Active-Addresses.png)
![Bitcoin Active Addresses](https://ambcrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Bitcoin-Active-Addresses.png)
Source: CryptoQuant
Rising exchange outflows indicate profit-taking
While short-term signals are relatively bullish, the on-chain metrics tell a different story for the long term.
According to CryptoQuant, ETH’s exchange outflows spiked in the last 24 hours, indicating increasing selling pressure as investors book profits around the $3K psychological level.
Historically, these outflow cycles alternate between peaks and dips, and the current upswing could signify an accumulation of sell-side activity.
![Bitcoin Exchange Outflow Total All](https://ambcrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Bitcoin-Exchange-Outflow-Total-All-Exchanges.png)
![Bitcoin Exchange Outflow Total All](https://ambcrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Bitcoin-Exchange-Outflow-Total-All-Exchanges.png)
Source: CryptoQuant
ETH holders remain profitable despite…
Despite short-term corrections, most ETH holders remain in profit. Data from IntoTheBlock reveals that 76% of all addresses holding ETH are profitable at current price levels. This mirrors the confidence among long-term investors and indicates a strong foundation for Ethereum’s potential continuous rally.
![Addresses at profit](https://ambcrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Addresses-at-profit.jpg)
![Addresses at profit](https://ambcrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Addresses-at-profit.jpg)
Source: IntoTheBlock
Read Ethereum’s [ETH] Price Prediction 2025–2026
The short- and long-term price action of Ethereum hinges on a couple of key levels. The $2.8K flag support level could pave the way for a significant rally if it holds, while increased network activity around the $3K psychological level supports a bullish outlook.
With most holders still in profit, ETH long-term trajectory remains optimistic.