Crypto Market Pulse 18th Sept 2025 | Bitcoin Above $117K, Altcoins Rally Strong
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Crypto Market Pulse – Daily Update (18th September 2025)
Daily Crypto Market Update 18th Sept 2025: Bitcoin holds $117K, Ethereum climbs past $4,600, and altcoins like DOGE, SOL, and ADA post strong gains. Detailed analysis, market cap trends, and on-chain insights.
Market Overview – 18th September 2025
The global cryptocurrency market is seeing renewed optimism on 18th September 2025, with overall market capitalization rising 1.96% to $4.11 trillion. Bitcoin (BTC) has managed to stay firmly above $117,000, while Ethereum (ETH) broke past the $4,600 mark.
Altcoins also joined the rally, with Solana (SOL), Dogecoin (DOGE), and Cardano (ADA) posting impressive gains. The Fear & Greed Index currently stands at 51 (Neutral), signaling a balanced sentiment where investors are cautiously bullish.
Meanwhile, the CMC20 Index is at $261.68, reflecting a 2.06% uptick in the top 20 cryptocurrencies, while the Altcoin Index scored 72/100, indicating significant momentum in non-BTC assets.
Bitcoin (BTC) Price Analysis
- Price: $117,627.85
- Market Cap: $2.34 trillion
- 24h Change: +1.25%
Bitcoin continues to hold strong momentum after consolidating in the $115K–$118K range. The positive move signals renewed accumulation from both retail and institutional players.
Technical Outlook:
- Support Levels: $115,000 / $112,500
- Resistance Levels: $120,000 / $125,000
- RSI (Relative Strength Index): Neutral at 54 – suggesting balanced demand.
- MACD: Positive crossover – bullish momentum building.
Short-term outlook favors a possible breakout above $120,000, especially if U.S. macroeconomic data remains supportive.
Ethereum (ETH) Price Analysis
- Price: $4,617.49
- Market Cap: $555.15 billion
- 24h Change: +2.65%
Ethereum continues to outperform Bitcoin on percentage gains, buoyed by strong on-chain activity in DeFi and Layer-2 scaling adoption.
Technical Outlook:
- Support Levels: $4,400 / $4,200
- Resistance Levels: $4,800 / $5,000
- On-Chain: ETH staking continues to rise, reducing circulating supply.
If ETH crosses $4,800, it could quickly target the psychological $5,000 level.
Top Altcoin Gainers – 18th September 2025
1. Dogecoin (DOGE)
- Price: $0.2818
- 24h Change: +5.83%
- Market Cap: $42.43B
Dogecoin led the meme coin sector rally, fueled by strong social media buzz and whale accumulation. Its breakout above $0.28 indicates bullish sentiment, with the next resistance near $0.30.
2. Cardano (ADA)
- Price: $0.9171
- 24h Change: +5.28%
- Market Cap: $32.76B
Cardano surged after key ecosystem upgrades and developer adoption news. A breakout above $0.92 could push ADA towards the $1.00 mark, a crucial psychological barrier.
3. Solana (SOL)
- Price: $246.91
- 24h Change: +4.91%
- Market Cap: $134.03B
Solana showed strong institutional demand, particularly in NFTs and DeFi dApps. Holding above $240 signals strength, with eyes on $260 resistance.
4. BNB (Binance Coin)
- Price: $995.22
- 24h Change: +4.61%
- Market Cap: $138.55B
BNB’s rally comes as Binance expands its ecosystem and launches new Web3 integrations. The token is approaching the $1,000 milestone, a strong psychological resistance.
5. XRP
- Price: $3.12
- 24h Change: +3.22%
- Market Cap: $186.60B
XRP gained after favorable legal updates and increased cross-border payment utility. Breaking past $3.00 has energized the XRP community, setting targets at $3.50 in the near term.
Stablecoins – A Quiet Session
- USDT: $1.00 (-0.01%)
- USDC: $0.9998 (-0.01%)
Stablecoins saw minimal movement as liquidity remained consistent. Their dominance slightly declined as traders moved capital into altcoins.
On-Chain Activity Trends
- Bitcoin On-Chain:
- Active addresses rose 3% over the last 24 hours.
- Exchange reserves continue to decline, signaling accumulation.
- Ethereum On-Chain:
- Gas fees stabilized, improving DeFi trading conditions.
- ETH staking surpassed 31 million ETH locked, cutting liquid supply.
- Altcoin On-Chain:
- Solana transactions surged, reflecting higher NFT activity.
- Dogecoin’s on-chain activity spiked alongside social mentions.
Market Sentiment – Balanced but Optimistic
The Fear & Greed Index at 51 shows a neutral stance. Investors are cautiously optimistic as BTC and ETH continue to maintain critical support levels while altcoins demonstrate strong performance.
Key drivers include:
- Positive institutional inflows into BTC ETFs.
- Continued adoption of Ethereum L2 scaling solutions.
- Retail trading activity in meme coins boosting short-term volatility.
Short-Term Outlook – What to Watch
- Bitcoin (BTC): Eyes on $120K breakout; support at $115K.
- Ethereum (ETH): Strong above $4,600; key target $5,000.
- Altcoins: Momentum with DOGE, ADA, SOL – could extend gains if BTC stays stable.
- Macro: Watch U.S. Fed commentary and global liquidity flows.
Conclusion
The crypto market on 18th September 2025 reflects a strong rebound, with Bitcoin holding above $117K, Ethereum showing strength above $4,600, and altcoins rallying significantly.
If BTC can break above $120K and ETH targets $5,000, we could see the next leg of the bull rally. For now, cautious optimism and risk management remain key as volatility persists.
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