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Morning market review - Sunday, April 19, 2026

Technical analyses of 2 instruments with options data

Kacper MrukApril 19, 2026Updated: April 19, 20261 min read
Morning market review - Sunday, April 19, 2026

Morning Market Overview

The morning market overview indicates prevailing optimism, as confirmed by the Fear & Greed Index, which has reached a level of 68, suggesting the dominance of greed among investors. In the context of monetary policy, the current Fed interest rate remains at 3.50-3.75, and the next FOMC meeting is scheduled for April 29, 2026. In today's analysis, we will take a look at two selected instruments that may be interesting in light of current market trends.

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Bitcoin - Daily chart (D1)

Bitcoin - Daily chart (D1)

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Bitcoin - 4H Chart

Bitcoin - 4H Chart

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Bitcoin - 1H Chart

Bitcoin - 1H Chart

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Bitcoin - 15-minute chart

Bitcoin - 15-minute chart

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Bitcoin - Summary

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Ethereum - Daily Chart (D1)

Ethereum - Daily Chart (D1)

On the daily chart of Ethereum, it can be seen that the price was in a downward trend in the first quarter, but the last weeks show signs of stabilization. Currently, the price oscillates around the level of 2331, which is close to support at 2300. Technical indicators may suggest an attempt to bounce back, but there is a lack of a clear signal for a trend change. Key resistance is at the level of 2500, the breakout of which could confirm a bullish sentiment.

Ethereum - 4H Chart

Ethereum - 4H Chart

On the four-hour chart of Ethereum, consolidation with a slight downward slope is visible. The price is approaching support at the level of 2300, which could be crucial for the further direction. Current volume activity is moderate, suggesting that the market is waiting for a clearer impulse. A breakout of resistance at the level of 2400 could initiate a short-term upward movement.

Ethereum - 1H Chart

Ethereum - 1H Chart

On the hourly chart, it can be seen that the price of Ethereum is approaching local support at the level of 2320, after which a short-term rebound may occur. The current chart structure indicates selling pressure, but there are no clear sell signals. The key resistance in the short term is the level of 2360, which will be significant for a potential breakout.

Ethereum - 15-minute chart

Ethereum - 15-minute chart

The 15-minute chart shows local price fluctuations in the range of 2325-2335. We are observing an increase in volume activity near the lower boundary of this range, which may suggest an attempt to reverse the short-term downward trend. Support at the level of 2320 is crucial in this time perspective.

Ethereum - Options data

Current options data indicates a moderately bullish sentiment with a put/call ratio of 0.51. The greatest interest on the call option side is centered around the $18 strike, which translates to potential increases in ETHUSD. Conversely, key support levels for put options are concentrated around the $16 strike. Increasing activity in the options market may support further price rebounds, but it is worth monitoring the max pain level at $18 as a potential turning point.

Ethereum - Summary

Chart and options data analysis indicates a neutral-bullish market sentiment with key support at 2300 and resistance at 2400. The put/call ratio and market sentiment support a potential rebound, although the current trend is uncertain. It is worth watching the reaction at the support and resistance levels, which may indicate the further direction of Ethereum price movement.

Frequently Asked Questions

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