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Ethena Unlocks 2.07B ENA, More Selling Pressure Ahead?

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Ethena Unlocks 2.07B ENA, More Selling Pressure Ahead?

Key Highlights:

  • Ethena unlocks 2.07B ENA, adding $740M to circulating supply.
  • Exchange inflows rise, pushing ENA price down to $0.40.
  • TD Sequential signals potential reversal if support holds at $0.34-$0.32.

The massive token unlock performed by Ethena created market-wide interest about its upcoming actions. The 2.07 billion ENA tokens that have become available for trading face potential increased selling pressure, yet technical indicators suggest a price recovery. The market shows strong exchange activity while prices challenge important resistance points, which generates a tense among traders.

Ethena’s ENA Unlock: Potential Market Impact and Selling Pressure Analysis

The 2.07 billion ENA tokens worth $740.71 million that Ethena released represent 39.17% of its circulating supply. The recently released large number of tokens may affect $ENA price movements based on holder behavior.

Meanwhile, twelve wallets conducted a $45 million ENA transfer worth 125 million ENA to Binance, Bybit and FalconX within 48 hours. Market prices tend to drop when holders make such token deposits, which indicate selling intentions.

At the same time, the recent unlock has created market pressure on ENA’s value following its rapid circulation expansion. The large-scale token release has triggered market volatility just like previous events, and the current signs indicate investors are taking profits.

Market stabilization becomes possible when major players and liquidity providers buy into the available supply. Exchange deposits combined with the large unlock amount continue to drive market selling pressure.

Massive ENA Exchange Inflows Signal Potential Selling Pressure

Data from Santiment reveals that 148 million ENA entered exchange platforms during the last 48 hours, thus increasing market supply. The amount of ENA tokens on exchanges reached 839.1 million as prices dropped from $0.46 to $0.40.

The exchange inflow surge during the past 48 hours shows a direct relationship with price decreases, so traders might be selling their tokens. The growing exchange reserves tend to create market pressure that has caused ENA token prices to decrease.

ENA price
ENA supply on Exchange : Exchange Inflow  : ENA Price  source: Santiment

The rapid rise in exchange-based token availability indicates traders have adopted a bearish outlook because more tokens become available for selling. Previous price surges that resulted in market lows are now repeating themselves through current market conditions.

Market demand strength could enable it to consume this supply, which would reduce the current downward pressure. However, the rising exchange reserve quantity serves as a warning sign that upcoming market actions will depend on buyer behavior.

Ethena Shows Potential for a Rebound as TD Sequential Flashes Buy Signal

Conversely, as bearish pressure mounts, the weekly Ethena chart shows a long downtrend but a TD sequential buy signal gives reason for optimism. A reversal indicator called TD Sequential generated a buy signal after nine consecutive bearish candles, thus indicating selling fatigue.

The price has found stability around $0.41 after reaching $0.33, which serves as a potential support point. Historically, these weekly chart signals lead to price recovery and have indicated potential turning points.

ENA Price
ENA / TetherUS PERPETUAL CONTRACT 1W BINANCE  source: Ali Charts

Recent exchange inflows create uncertainty as selling pressure continues to affect the market outlook despite the positive effects of the buy signal.

The stability of the price at $0.41 indicates a market standoff between purchasing and selling forces, while increased buying momentum might initiate an upward trend.

However, the continued selling could prevent the market rebound from continuing, which would maintain ENA price volatility. This signal will undergo testing during the next few sessions to determine whether market forces will initiate a sustained market recovery.

Ethena Eyes Reversal as Price Approaches Key Support Levels

The Ethena price has established a rounded support pattern that maintains stability at $0.4022 after reaching a low point of $0.3464 near this critical support area.

Crypto analyst Rose Premum considers this price range from $0.34 to $0.32 to be a strong entry point for long-term investments because it has proven durable throughout previous market cycles.

ENA
ENA / TetherUS  1W  BINANCE  source: Rose Premium Signals

The potential success of support levels will trigger three price targets at $0.8050, $1.0849 and $1.3595, which correspond to previous rally patterns. A price increase might initiate a fresh uptrend as traders monitor the situation with great interest.

Meanwhile, the price has experienced a significant downward movement yet this support area provides an opportunity for a market recovery if buying interest returns.

Previous market cycles have followed this pattern before generating profit, while a potential breakout from this area would boost market optimism. The price of ENA may drop to $0.32 before it starts to recover if sellers push beyond the support level.

Disclaimer

This article is for informational purposes only and provides no financial, investment, or other advice. The author or any people mentioned in this article are not responsible for any financial loss that may occur from investing in or trading. Please do your research before making any financial decisions.

godfrey mwirigi
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Godfrey Mwirigi is a cryptocurrency journalist who contributes markets and crypto coverage to The Market Periodical. A Nairobi-based writer, he has reported on digital assets for crypto outlets including MetaNews, where his work has covered Bitcoin ETFs, exchange security incidents and on-chain data. His reporting spans Bitcoin and altcoin analysis, ETF flows and broader blockchain developments.

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PublishedMarch 7, 2025 1:49 pm
Last updatedMarch 7, 2025 10:59 am
Written bygodfrey mwirigi, Cryptocurrency Journalist
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