Arthur Hayes, a prominent cryptocurrency personality, reiterated his year-end price target of $5,000 for Ethereum during an interview with Unchained. The call, which he has made before, signals his continued confidence in the second-largest cryptocurrency.
The $5,000 target
Hayes repeated his prediction that Ethereum will reach $5,000 by the end of 2026. The target is a bullish bet on the asset's performance over the next four months. He didn't offer new reasoning, but he stood by his earlier assessment.
The interview
Hayes made the statement during a conversation on Unchained, a crypto-focused media outlet. The interview gave him a chance to reaffirm his outlook as the year winds down.
The clock is ticking
With four months left in 2026, Hayes's prediction will be put to the test. The coming months will show whether the call holds up.
