Leaving Ethereum out of the portfolio, a wise move or a mistake

[JollyGood]

It takes one announcement or small news to put any crypto back in the spot light. If the best days are over, Ethereum will suffer but if they make an upgrade that will excite the markets the price will surely rise.

I'm pretty sure Ethereum's best days are over, and it will at best stay at the value it has had for the last year.
Does anyone more experienced have any reasons why I might be thinking wrongly?

[lombok]

I think that leaving ethereum will be mistake for crypto currency users. Because we know that cryptocurrency market always depending on up and down. So in this time ethereum price is down in cryptocurrency market. So in this time leaving ethereum will be mistake to me, but when we face bull market in ethereum then and ethereum price reach best position in cryptocurrency market, then it must be wise move for us.

Just looking at the Ethereum from a certain moment, it’s impossible to obtain a complete idea. You did not follow the pressures to make hasty decisions and that was a clear indication that you think outside the box. Sometimes there may be more or less fluctuations of the price but the true value is present all the same. You are not waiting for a miracle at all though it seems you are you are very aware of where you stand and why are you standing there. While many people are losing faith due to some certain conditions, you are firmly holding the pillars for choosing ETH. It has no connexion with indecision, it’s about providing your convictions an opportunity to be scrutinised by the sands of time.

[Bobcrypto]

As investment, ETH certainly stuck in awkward place. For long term, people still BTC as more reliable option. Meanwhile, new token and altcoin becoming more common choice for short (and risky) term. And since these days many people don't care about decentalization, there are many altcoin with smart contract that offer lower TX fee and faster TX confirmation. So i wouldn't say it's a mistake to dump your ETH.

Yes, a Bitcoin investments is always very attractive to both old and new investors anyday, there are a consistent demands, one of the reasons for high market dominance rates.
Again, i think Etheruem is facing smart contract competition with other networks, just like you said, other networks with smart contract blockchain networks has lower transactions fees compared to Etheruem. I think that Etheruem networks fees has been one of the reason for low demands.

[Trongduy]

Just looking at the Ethereum from a certain moment, it’s impossible to obtain a complete idea. You did not follow the pressures to make hasty decisions and that was a clear indication that you think outside the box. Sometimes there may be more or less fluctuations of the price but the true value is present all the same. You are not waiting for a miracle at all though it seems you are you are very aware of where you stand and why are you standing there. While many people are losing faith due to some certain conditions, you are firmly holding the pillars for choosing ETH. It has no connexion with indecision, it’s about providing your convictions an opportunity to be scrutinised by the sands of time.

Everyone has their own beliefs in this market. Those who sold ETH to invest in SOL or XRP have all seen good profits, while ETH holders are still enduring a decline in profits, and some are even at a loss. Investors should have their own principles to make objective decisions in order to avoid unnecessary confusion.

For me, ETH always deserves a place in an investment portfolio. I'm not saying those who sold ETH are foolish; I wish them profits in this market. I just hope the ETH price will increase soon so that I won't be disappointed in my choice.

[bitmover]

For me, ETH always deserves a place in an investment portfolio. I'm not saying those who sold ETH are foolish; I wish them profits in this market. I just hope the ETH price will increase soon so that I won't be disappointed in my choice.

I agree. I am still holding my ethers. I would be better if I had sold them and bought bitcoin... i will probably sell a few when it reaches ATH again, and I hope to sell the rest when (if) it goes beyond 6k

[sampoerna]

Yes, a Bitcoin investments is always very attractive to both old and new investors anyday, there are a consistent demands, one of the reasons for high market dominance rates.
Again, i think Etheruem is facing smart contract competition with other networks, just like you said, other networks with smart contract blockchain networks has lower transactions fees compared to Etheruem. I think that Etheruem networks fees has been one of the reason for low demands.

No doubt for Bitcoin. This is the only cryptocurrency that I fully and truly believe in for the long term. But for altcoins, even ETH, I sometimes still have doubts. Especially with how Ethereum has performed so far, I thought it would be able to follow Bitcoin's movement quickly, but it actually didn't. However, it doesn't mean there is no desire at all to invest here, just a small percentage. Because I also think that ETH may be still better than some other altcoins. Well, everything must have its risk, and we must be ready for the risks if we are still haveing ETH

[densuj]

For me, ETH always deserves a place in an investment portfolio. I'm not saying those who sold ETH are foolish; I wish them profits in this market. I just hope the ETH price will increase soon so that I won't be disappointed in my choice.

I agree. I am still holding my ethers. I would be better if I had sold them and bought bitcoin... i will probably sell a few when it reaches ATH again, and I hope to sell the rest when (if) it goes beyond 6k

Holding Ethereum while eyeing bitcoins surge is a common dilemma, especially given your past reflections on market dynamics and ethereums quieter phases. Your regret about not swapping for Bitcoin is understandable, bitcoin recent climb to $94.4k has outpaced ethereums gains. Waiting for Ethereum to hit a new all time high (ATH) before selling some makes sense, as it could capitalize on bullish momentum, possibly driven by upgrades like Pectra or Bitcoins spillover effect, as you’ve noted before. Hoping to sell the rest above $6k is ambitious but risky ethereum last peaked around $4.8k in 2021, and breaking $6k would need strong catalysts like institutional adoption or DeFi growth. Diversifying into Bitcoin or other assets after partial sales could balance your portfolio, aligning with your family focused investment goals. Stay vigilant, as you’ve emphasized, and consider market signals to time your moves.

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[Blaze]

Yes, a Bitcoin investments is always very attractive to both old and new investors anyday, there are a consistent demands, one of the reasons for high market dominance rates.
Again, i think Etheruem is facing smart contract competition with other networks, just like you said, other networks with smart contract blockchain networks has lower transactions fees compared to Etheruem. I think that Etheruem networks fees has been one of the reason for low demands.

No doubt for Bitcoin. This is the only cryptocurrency that I fully and truly believe in for the long term. But for altcoins, even ETH, I sometimes still have doubts. Especially with how Ethereum has performed so far, I thought it would be able to follow Bitcoin's movement quickly, but it actually didn't. However, it doesn't mean there is no desire at all to invest here, just a small percentage. Because I also think that ETH may be still better than some other altcoins. Well, everything must have its risk, and we must be ready for the risks if we are still haveing ETH

Bitcoin does afford a measure of protection for those planning to hold bitcoins in the long term and don’t often change their assets’ location. But for ETH, I sec another kind of promise; not Express but Utility and the next ever-evolving use cases currently leveraging on the network. Prices may be stagnant for a while but Ethereum is the basis of many systems which will be evident in the society within the next few years. It’s never a bad idea to be careful but at the same time one should never shut the door on ETH completely to stand a chance of missing out on something big. But as long as one is grounded and does not go overboard and in your attempt to try it you would be putting in a small amount, it is a good idea.