Talked to 24 industry experts, who predict ETH will reach $4,300 by year-end

2025.07.22

Talked to 24 industry experts, who predict ETH will reach $4,300 by year-end

Volatility may remain high for the remainder of 2025, with an average maximum price forecast of $4,746 and a minimum forecast of just $1,940.

2025.07.22 - 09:45:56

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Volatility may remain high for the remainder of 2025, with an average maximum price forecast of $4,746 and a minimum forecast of just $1,940.

Author: Richard Laycock

Translated by: TechFlow

Key Takeaways

2025 Price Forecast: Experts predict an average Ethereum price of $4,308 by the end of 2025.
High and Low Predictions: Significant volatility is expected for the remainder of 2025, with an average high forecast of $4,746 and a low estimate as low as $1,940.
Long-Term Outlook: Experts believe Ethereum will continue to rise, projecting a price of $10,882 by 2030 and reaching $22,374 by 2035.
Should You Buy ETH?: A majority of experts (57%) believe now is a good time to buy Ethereum.
Is Ethereum Undervalued?: Nearly half of experts (43%) believe Ethereum is currently undervalued.

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Finder analyzes expert price forecasts quarterly. At the end of June 2025, we surveyed 24 cryptocurrency industry experts to gather their views on how Ethereum (ETH) might perform from now until 2035.

All prices referenced in this report are in U.S. dollars.

The expert panel forecasts that Ethereum's price will reach $4,308 by the end of 2025, rise to $10,882 by the end of 2030, and further climb to $22,374 by 2035.

Ethereum (ETH) Price Prediction: Outlook for 2025, 2030, and 2035

According to expert predictions, Ethereum’s price will reach $4,308 by the end of 2025, increase to $10,882 by the end of 2030, and climb further to $22,374 by the end of 2035—more optimistic than the $4,153 projected in our April 2025 report.

Experts predict Ethereum (ETH) will reach $10,882 by 2030 and rise to $22,374 by 2035. Similar to the 2025 outlook, this panel’s expectations are slightly more positive than our April 2025 survey, which estimated ETH prices at $9,495 for 2030 and $17,042 for 2035.

Johnny Gabriele, Chief Analyst for Blockchain Economics and AI Integration at Lifted Initiative, predicts Ethereum will hit $10,000 in 2025, comparing it to "global commodities like oil."

Gracy Chen, CEO of Bitget, says Ethereum is central to decentralized finance (DeFi) and has strong prospects due to its scalable Layer-2 solutions.

These price forecasts stem from Ethereum’s role as a foundational pillar of decentralized finance (DeFi), with applications in real-world asset (RWA) tokenization expected to reach $16 trillion by 2030. Additionally, faster transaction speeds following the Dencun upgrade have boosted Ethereum’s adoption in payment systems. Strong institutional interest and scalable Layer-2 solutions further enhance its future outlook.

Ben Ritchie, Managing Director at Alpha Node Global, forecasts Ethereum will reach $6,000 in 2025, emphasizing growing institutional investor interest.

Our view is based on strong growth in institutional interest, particularly driven by spot Ethereum ETFs (exchange-traded funds), and Ethereum’s expanding role in custodying real-world assets (RWA). In short, RWA requires robust and reliable core infrastructure, and Ethereum along with its virtual machine (EVM) has already proven its leadership position through long-term practical use.

Josh Fraser, co-founder of Origin Protocol, is quite optimistic about Ethereum’s (ETH) potential in 2025, predicting a price of $9,000, and suggesting Ethereum could eventually surpass Bitcoin in market capitalization over the long term.

"Ethereum is the world’s computer, with nearly infinite use cases. Demand comes from ETFs and staking lockups, and both are expected to grow further in 2025."

On the other hand, John Hawkins, Senior Lecturer at the University of Canberra, holds a more conservative view, forecasting an Ethereum price of just $1,500.

"While Ethereum is technologically more advanced and less environmentally impactful, its price remains highly correlated with Bitcoin."

2025 Ethereum Price Range Forecast

The expert panel forecasts that Ethereum (ETH) will average a peak price of $4,746 in 2025, with some estimates as high as $14,260.

Over two-fifths (43%) of experts believe ETH’s price will rise to between $2,000–$3,999 by the end of 2025; while one-third (33%) expect it to reach the $4,000–$5,999 range during the same period.

Martin Froehler, CEO of Morpher, is extremely bullish on Ethereum (ETH)’s 2025 outlook, predicting a price of $7,500, citing Ethereum as the preferred platform for real-world asset tokenization.

"Ethereum is currently the most decentralized blockchain and the go-to choice for real-world asset tokenization."

Nicole DeCicco, CEO of CryptoConsultz, gives the highest forecast at $5,200, stating that Ethereum will remain strong long-term due to institutional participation.

"Ethereum remains one of the most trusted and widely used platforms in crypto, especially for real-world applications. The recent Pectra upgrade delivered essential improvements in transaction speed, wallet security, and validator performance. Its infrastructure is used by major players like BlackRock and PayPal—companies that wouldn’t bet on a platform without long-term potential. Combined with widespread adoption and ongoing scalability progress, Ethereum still has significant room to grow."

Downside Forecasts

Average Low Price: The expert panel forecasts an average low price of $1,940 for Ethereum in 2025, with some predictions as low as $1,390.
Bottom Range: More than half of experts (52%) believe Ethereum’s lowest price for the rest of 2025 will fall between $2,000 and $2,249.

Ruadhan O, founder of Seasonal Tokens, notes multiple negative factors for Ethereum (ETH) in 2025, predicting the price could drop to $2,000 by year-end.

Ethereum briefly dipped to $2,200 during recent geopolitical conflicts, showing weaker price support compared to Bitcoin (BTC). Since its post-election high in December, Ethereum has fallen 40%. Without unexpected positive catalysts in the coming months, the likelihood of Ethereum breaking above $4,000 in 2025 appears low.

Daniel Keller, CEO of InFlux Technologies, believes stagnant gas fees could negatively impact Ethereum’s price, forecasting a possible low of $1,500.

Ethereum (ETH) is currently oversold, leaving room for price appreciation. However, unchanged gas fees could be a drag, so I expect only modest gains by the end of 2025.

Is Now the Best Time to Buy, Hold, or Sell Ethereum (ETH)?

Ethereum is currently trading below its January 2025 highs, prompting 57% of experts to believe now is a good time to buy; 26% recommend holding, while 17% advocate selling.

Ruslan Lienkha, Market Manager at YouHodler, considers Ethereum a worthwhile asset to buy, as it leads in stablecoin issuance among blockchains.

Ethereum remains the leading blockchain for stablecoin issuance and non-financial applications across the broader economy. It is also the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap and is generally perceived as more decentralized than its closest competitors.

Miles Paschini, CEO of FV Bank, says Ethereum (ETH) should be held because “it remains the dominant decentralized network with strong usage across multiple sectors and Layer-2 support.”

Joseph Raczynski, futurist at JT Consulting & Media, also supports holding:

About 70% of stablecoin transactions occur within the Ethereum ecosystem, including the top two stablecoins: Circle’s USDC and Tether’s USDT. With the passage of the GENIUS Act, most U.S. companies will gain new avenues to attract users. This underappreciated moment could have a major positive impact on Ethereum (ETH) in the future.

Desmond Marshall, Managing Director at Rouge International and Rouge Ventures, says ETH should be sold, offering no positive remarks about the token.

"ETH has been consistently disappointing. Regardless of market conditions, its price hovers around a maximum of $2,600. I’ve openly stated that ETH is heavily manipulated. It has utility as a token… but as a financial asset, it’s worthless."

Is Ethereum (ETH) Currently Overvalued, Undervalued, or Fairly Valued?

Approximately 43% of the expert panel believes Ethereum is currently undervalued, 35% think it’s fairly valued, and 22% consider it overvalued.

Kadan Stadelmann, CTO of Komodo Platform, believes Ethereum’s price is somewhat dependent on Bitcoin’s performance, but institutional adoption and ETF news will drive its price upward. He considers Ethereum currently undervalued.

Despite notable progress and growth over the past few years, Ethereum (ETH) remains largely a altcoin that follows Bitcoin’s lead. As we enter the final stage of this bull cycle, ETF developments and institutional interest in Ethereum will continue to fuel market momentum.

John Murillo, Chief Commercial Officer at B2BROKER, believes Ethereum’s current price is fair.

Ethereum faces intense competition from cheaper DeFi protocols such as Solana, Stellar, Uniswap, and others. While Ethereum is undergoing several upgrades—including Pectra and Danksharding—the issue of high gas fees remains unresolved, casting doubt on its ability to improve future performance. Nevertheless, as a major cryptocurrency, Ethereum will continue to move with broader market trends.

Mitesh Shah, founder and CEO of Omnia Markets, says Ethereum’s price is currently reasonable, primarily due to ETF launches and growth in the RWA (real-world assets) market:

The recent launch of spot ETFs has attracted over $4.2 billion in cumulative net inflows, creating a significant and sustained new source of demand for this asset. Meanwhile, the real-world asset (RWA) tokenization market on Ethereum has grown to exceed $24 billion, solidifying its position as the primary settlement layer for this multi-trillion-dollar opportunity. This increasing utility, combined with the network’s deflationary token burn mechanism and clear technical roadmap, provides a strong foundation for Ethereum’s long-term positive valuation.

Drivers of Institutional Adoption

Ethereum remains the preferred blockchain for institutional players despite competition from ecosystems like Solana. Over 50 non-crypto businesses, including global financial giants such as BlackRock, PayPal, and Deutsche Bank, are now operating on Ethereum and its Layer-2 networks.

So, what drives institutional adoption of Ethereum?

Broad Financial Integration: 92% of experts say Ethereum’s applications in traditional finance—such as asset tokenization, stablecoins, and real-world assets—are the main reason for its broad institutional adoption.
ETF Launch: 71% of experts identify the launch of Ethereum ETFs as a key driver of institutional adoption.

What Is Your View on the Future of Decentralized AI on Ethereum?

Decentralized AI platforms on Ethereum are emerging, but reportedly struggle to compete with centralized services amid technological and economic challenges. Expert opinions on this space vary:

Expert views on the future of decentralized AI on Ethereum are relatively balanced. One-third (33%) take a neutral stance, believing decentralized and centralized models will coexist to serve different needs.

Slightly fewer (29%) are optimistic, believing technological advances will overcome current hurdles; meanwhile, another 29% are skeptical, thinking centralized platforms will remain dominant.