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117,917‘s price remains below $118,000, signaling a pause in the recent surge after the release of Producer Price Index data. As of the time of writing, statements from former President Trump and Federal Reserve members continue to influence the market. The key question on everyone’s mind: Will the altcoin rise persist? This article delves into expert evaluations and the latest analyses surrounding the altcoin market.
Is the Altcoin Surge Sustainable?
Investor anxiety is palpable regarding Ethereum 
$4,535, with concerns of a potential price drop looming large. One notable point raised by observer Kyle is the accumulation in the validator exit queue. A substantial withdrawal of 670,000 ETH, valued at $3.1 billion, is prepared for removal. While not all assets are destined for sale immediately, parts may be sold off, or retained for sudden market activity.
“This does not automatically signify a sell-off. Portions might be restaked, transferred to DeFi, or simply held. The daily withdrawal limits are resulting in an elongated queue. Is this a mere restructuring post-rally, or the dawn of something greater?” 
Kyle remains speculative, but the current data hints at significant potential movements in the ETH graph. Will the decline endure? Analyst Poppe shared insights, anticipating a market upturn for ETH post a 10% rise, with altcoins following suit in 1-2 weeks. BTC must surpass $121,000 as a critical threshold. 
In the ETHBTC pair, the 0.038 level remains steady, although the test at 0.04 failed. Should the market sentiment recover and 0.037 hold, a long-anticipated momentum, kickstarted 29 days ago, could regain traction. Ether, after years of anticipation, needs strong bullish support to not concede easily. 
Impact of Fed and Trump Statements
Trump remains emphatically optimistic, advocating for a decisive interest rate reduction. Nevertheless, the latest Producer Price Index results trigger tariff-related concerns. As ETH holds steady at $4,500, Federal Reserve member Musalem cites inflation risks. Recent remarks from Trump and Fed member Barkin sparked discussions, summarized through pivotal points:
“Brazil imposes high tariffs on us, making them one of our least favorable trade partners. Putin seeks an agreement. A meeting with Putin is not a prize. I desire a follow-up within a short span. Let’s conduct it in Alaska. A successful discussion might foster peace soon.” – Trump
Federal Reserve Member Barkin shared insights:
“Business confidence has recuperated to some extent, but the labor sector shows no recovery signs. Businesses do not appear poised to initiate layoffs. However, the shroud around hiring remains. Credit card and other metrics hint at potentially robust consumer data for July. Companies are tentatively adjusting supply chains to incorporate tariffs, still in the nascent phase. Consumers are prepared to switch to cheaper products, prompting businesses to reconsider passing on tariff costs through pricing. A stable unemployment rate aligns with the sluggish pace in both job gains and workforce participation.” – Fed Member Barkin