2026-01-04 11:10:15

Shanzhai coins have been really surging lately, feeling a bit crazy. So the question is—who's next? Can $ETH continue to rise? Let's talk about it.

In the past few days, the leading coin PEPE has been pumped by major players, pulling a bunch of smaller tokens along with it. I see room for $PENGU to catch up; at the current price of 0.012, pushing up to 0.013 or 0.015 is not a dream. It's the season of altcoins, and these kinds of tokens never perform poorly. But if you're really going to buy in, it's better to wait for a pullback before jumping in for more stability. Speaking of dirt-cheap coins, although they have big potential, they also come with many uncertainties. It's safest to try a small position to test the waters. If you're not interested, no need to force it.

As for $ETH, we've been hoping for the 3170 target for a long time, and it looks like it's about to hit. A few days ago, I kept mentioning it, and many of you saw it too, with some even adding to their positions. Currently, ETH has retraced to around 3168, offering a good entry point for those who want in. But I believe ETH isn't done yet; it’s very likely to push up again into the 3180–3200 range. Once there, you can even play a reverse strategy.

Looking at the overall market rhythm, the current trend is in a downward correction phase, very similar to the bear market in 2022, still consolidating upward. I mentioned back when Bitcoin hit 88,000 that BTC might test the previous high of 94,000, and $ETH could reach around 3400. The most ideal scenario would be a false breakout, then in late January, we’ll see the Federal Reserve’s decision.

If they don’t cut interest rates, this rebound might stall and turn downward. So, our plan is to find a good position around mid-January to set up low-leverage short positions, preparing for the rate decision at the end of January. This rebound is basically the last frenzy; once the meeting results come out, everything that rose will fall back. Aggressive traders can ride the momentum with a few short-term longs, but you need to think through the overall logic—don’t get dizzy from the market swings.

Later, I will organize a more detailed altcoin seasonal layout plan, targeting those high-profit opportunities and ideas for doubling your holdings. Everyone can think it over; in the crypto world, this game still depends on your own judgment.

BTC-2,92%

ETH-4,56%

PEPE-3,6%

PENGU-7,75%

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BugBountyHunter

· 20h ago

Still bragging about Dogecoin doubling, huh? Truly daring to say that. I've heard "the final madness" many times, but it’s not over yet. PENGU is indeed interesting; it all depends on whether it can hold this wave. The Federal Reserve's hand is the decisive factor; right now, everyone is just a bystander. I would love to see ETH at 3400, but the Federal Reserve might not allow it.

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LayoffMiner

· 01-06 21:31

Oh no, we're talking about PENGU again. Can it really break 0.015 this time? I’m skeptical. Wait, you said ETH still needs to push to 3200? Wasn't that previous pullback just a trap? Dog coins like this are okay to play with small positions, but go all in and you're just waiting to get slapped. If the Federal Reserve really doesn't cut interest rates, then our current rebound will definitely be a loss. It's a bit late to buy PEPE now; it feels like the main players are already fleeing. Can I get a PENGU position at 0.012? I haven't fully bought in yet. This market trend is really a bit like the bear market of 2022, but will it be even more intense this time? Don’t be fooled by 3180; I suspect it might just crash back down. Where do you think the doubling opportunity is? Any insider info to share? How long can the copycat season last? It feels like it's already reaching its end.

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rugpull_survivor

· 01-06 12:18

Ha, starting to talk about PENGU doubling again, always the same --- If the Federal Reserve doesn't cut interest rates, this rebound will really cool off. Feeling a bit like gambling now to enter the market --- I'm convinced by the idea of small positions in dirt-cheap coins testing the waters, but the premise is not being cut by the main players --- ETH hitting 3200? Let's see if 3168 can hold steady first --- The altcoin season is like this—many coins follow the leader and get excited, but most end up back to zero. Not surprising anymore --- The idea of shorting in mid-January still looks good, at least the logic makes sense --- PEPE has been pumped quite aggressively this time, feeling like this is the final harvest --- I've heard the phrase "final madness" too many times, but every time it really turns out to be the last wave

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WalletsWatcher

· 01-04 11:40

Market analysis is detailed, but for a rookie coin like PENGU, caution is still necessary. Waiting for a pullback before entering is indeed more prudent. --- Short positions await Federal Reserve decisions; the logic is clear, but I'm just worried they might reverse the move again. --- ETH is almost at 3170. Is this rebound really the last surge? I find it hard to believe. --- The idea of a seasonal double in the clone coins sounds exciting, but we need to recognize our own limits and avoid getting chopped up by the market. --- PEPE's pump has driven many small coins to follow suit. This is probably the prelude to the main players' harvest. --- Don't be fooled by the market fluctuations—that's the most painful truth. Many have fallen for it here. --- Trying with a small position is a reliable strategy; it's much smarter than going all-in and gambling everything.

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YieldHunter

· 01-04 11:40

nah tbh the fed move in late january is literally the only thing that matters here... everything else is just noise before the real shock hits

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GasFeeTherapist

· 01-04 11:37

Here we go again, rambling about the copycat season. Every time, it's the same, saying this time is different. After PEPE, it's someone else's turn to get excited. The pattern is always the same. Be careful not to buy the bottom and end up at the top. ETH is still hovering around 3170. If it really rises to 3400, I'll first check your position before making any judgments. The Federal Reserve not cutting interest rates means this rebound is truly the "last hurrah." It will all fall back eventually. Only the truly brave dare to go all-in now. As for the dog coin doubling, it sounds great, but few actually make real profit. I prefer to stick with mainstream assets for more stability.

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MelonField

· 01-04 11:36

Damn, this wave of PENGU's surge is really incredible. Waiting for a pullback before jumping in again might be the safer move. ETH at 3168 is indeed tempting, but it still depends on the Federal Reserve's stance. Dogecoin traders need to be mentally prepared; quick profits also come with the risk of liquidation. Is this the final madness? I feel like it's just getting started. PEPE's main force is really aggressive in pulling the market; most of the smaller coins following the trend are just here to be left behind.

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HashRateHustler

· 01-04 11:36

Hmm... PENGU this wave definitely has potential, but I still prefer to wait for a pullback before going long. Greed doesn't lead to good outcomes. --- If the Federal Reserve doesn't cut interest rates, we all stand to lose. I agree with opening short positions at this level. --- Doge coin is just a gambler's game. Small positions are okay to play around, but going all-in just waiting for liquidation. --- It feels like ETH needs to repeatedly confirm the 3200 level; don't get caught by a false breakout. --- The altcoin season has arrived, so we must follow the rules. Don't chase high with the herd; I've already been burned by this strategy. --- Next month's Federal Reserve meeting will be the real watershed. The current rise is just superficial. --- PEPE's rally was indeed fierce, but I actually can't understand the follow-up coins that are copying the trend. --- Low-leverage shorts are definitely a safer operation. They're much better than gambling on a bullish breakout.

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