Ethereum has recently become the focus of attention from all parties. The latest research report released by Standard Chartered Bank makes a bold prediction: by the end of 2030, Ethereum is expected to reach $40,000.

Looking closely at the specific roadmap in this report is quite interesting. Standard Chartered believes that this year, Ethereum will first target the $7,500 mark, then gradually raise expectations year by year—aiming for $15,000 in 2027, breaking through $22,000 in 2028, reaching $30,000 in 2029, and finally hitting $40,000 by the end of 2030. A more than 10x increase within six years is indeed eye-catching.

So why is Standard Chartered so optimistic? The report provides several core reasons. First is the continuous inflow of institutional funds, with demand clearly rising. Second, the stablecoin and DeFi ecosystems have already proven their importance and are unlikely to be shaken in the short term. On the technical side, Ethereum's network throughput is expected to increase tenfold in the future, meaning scalability issues are gradually being addressed. Additionally, if US regulatory policies continue to become clearer, it will undoubtedly give the entire market a strong boost.

Interestingly, when this prediction was released, on-chain data was also telling a story. Large holders are using 25x leverage to heavily accumulate Ethereum, reflecting a certain level of market confidence in this upward cycle. From systematic analysis by century-old banks to whale-driven aggressive operations, Ethereum's narrative framework is indeed unfolding.

However, whether such super rallies can truly be achieved depends on how the market develops in the future. Regulatory policies, macroeconomic environment, and competitive landscape—all these variables could influence the final outcome.