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Q: Ethereum has dropped from a high of $4100 to below $2600, could you please explain why, also when Bitcoin has generally stayed in the $100k range? Is this a buying opportunity? If it is, is there a Canadian ETF to put money into? Thanks in advance. Also, many thanks for your answer on my previous question on BTC, it was extremely detailed and well thought out.
Asked by K on February 11, 2025
5i Research Answer:

ETH saw a large liquidation event the night before US tariffs were to be imposed on Canada, China, and Mexico which sent the coin sharply lower. Most coins aside from BTC have drawn down largely throughout 2025, and this is a reflection of the high uncertainty and volatility in the broader markets today. BTC in general is more resilient than ETH and other coins, and while it has seen a drawdown from $108K to $95K, it is seeing less forced selling than the other coins. We think this could be a decent long-term buying opportunity, but we would prefer to see where ETH can find a floor and if it can sustain positive momentum. 

For Canadian ETFs, we like ETHQ and FETH. 

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