
Wall Street is quietly positioning itself behind Ethereum. Analysts at Standard Chartered predict that the smart-contract cryptocurrency could reach $40,000 by 2030. That would represent an upside of roughly 1,100% from current levels. For investors nearing retirement, the news brings both excitement and caution.
Ethereum, often overshadowed by Bitcoin, has seen only moderate gains recently. Bitcoin has surged more than 125 per cent over the past two years, while Ethereum has grown by just 33 per cent. Yet, experts believe Ethereum may have more upside potential in the long term. Its dominance in decentralised finance (DeFi) and stablecoin markets positions it for strong growth if certain trends continue.