Ethereum Soars 10% as Powell’s Dovish Tone Boosts ETH

by Ouess

Ethereum just delivered one of its most powerful rallies of the year, surging 10% to hit $4,646 in a matter of hours. The catalyst? A surprisingly dovish speech from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell that sent risk assets skyrocketing. This explosive move has cemented Ethereum’s position in the eyes of major institutions as a cornerstone long-term investment for the future of global finance.

Why the Fed Sparked a Crypto Rally

Powell’s speech at Jackson Hole was the match that lit the fuse. His comments, interpreted as paving the way for September interest rate cuts, created a wave of optimism across risk-on markets.

ETH Price Source : TradingView

The reaction was instantaneous:

  • ETH price added over $420 in hours.
  • The rally marks a 23% gain over the past month.
  • Year-to-date, ETH is up a staggering 76%.

This surge underscores a growing consensus: easy monetary policy is incredibly bullish for cryptocurrencies.

Institutions Are All-In on Ethereum

The rally isn’t just about technicals; it’s about a fundamental shift in perception. Major investors are now publicly framing Ethereum as a critical macro asset.

  • Tom Lee (Fundstrat): Called ETH the *”biggest macro trade of the next 10-15 years,”* comparing its rise to the U.S. dollar leaving the gold standard in 1971.
  • Peter Thiel & Wall Street Journal: Reported that Thiel is leading a wave of investors into Ether, calling it the “platform of choice for the financial world.”
  • Joseph Chalom (SharpLink CEO): stated, “We’re at a pivotal moment in the market cycle. The asset is $ETH.”

The Path to $5,000 and Beyond

This combination of dovish macro policy and surging institutional demand creates a perfect storm for Ethereum. The narrative has shifted from ETH being just a blockchain platform to it being a strategic investment in the future of decentralized finance (DeFi), tokenization, and global finance.

With scaling solutions driving transaction costs to negligible levels and adoption growing, the path toward the next major psychological barrier at $5,000 appears clearer than ever. If the Fed follows through with rate cuts, it could be the catalyst that officially launches the altcoin season many have been waiting for.

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