Ether’s price dropped 2.9% in 24 hours to trade at $2,040 as of 02:41 UTC on April 2, with the second-largest cryptocurrency nearing its $2,000 psychological support level amid renewed market volatility.
The broader cryptocurrency market gave up gains from earlier in the week, with Bitcoin also losing more than 2% over the same period, according to CoinGecko data. The move reflects a bearish sentiment driven by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, impacting hopes for a sustained crypto rebound.
The decline saw Ether fail to overcome the $2,197 resistance level once again. The token had shown recent strength, ending a six-month loss streak by posting an average gain of roughly 7% in March, a positive sign for investors despite the current downturn.
A break below the critical $2,000 support level could trigger further sell-offs and significant liquidations for leveraged traders. This price action is a key test of investor confidence in the market's recent uptrend and could dictate the direction for the broader altcoin market in the near term.
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