Standard Chartered predicts Ethereum will reach $7,500 by the end of 2026

On January 12, Geoffrey Kendrick, Global Head of Digital Assets Research at Standard Chartered Bank, stated that despite the recent downward revision of price forecasts, Ethereum is expected to significantly outperform other cryptocurrencies in 2026. The report points out that Ethereum's structural advantages and the growth in blockchain adoption will be key driving forces. Standard Chartered Bank expects the ETH/BTC exchange rate to return to the 2021 high of around 0.08, and believes that network scaling and a more favorable regulatory environment will improve its outlook. The bank forecasts Ethereum's price at $7,500 by the end of 2026, with long-term targets of $30,000 by the end of 2029 and $40,000 by the end of 2030.