Ethereum analysts say ‘downside pressure’ remains as $1.8K becomes key

Analysts warn Ether’s downside risks remain elevated as traders closely watch the $1,800 support zone for stability....
Key takeaways
- 1Ethereum faces downside pressure with elevated leverage ratios at 0.74 and positive funding rates amid weakening price structure.
- 2ETH must hold the $1,800-$1,750 support zone to prevent deeper correction toward $1,550 or lower.
- 3Spot Ethereum ETFs recorded $695 million in outflows over thirteen consecutive days, signaling declining institutional demand.
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Why it matters
For Indian retail investors, ETH's technical weakness and institutional outflows signal increased downside risk in the near term; holding $1,800 support is critical before considering entry points, as further breakdown could trigger 47% additional losses toward $1,000.
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