Ethereum Holds Relative Stability While Broader Crypto Momentum Sours and Options Open Interest Plummets
The cryptocurrency market is delivering a masterclass in divergence. As we move through mid-July 2026, the explosive bullish energy that characterized the earlier half of the year has hit a noticeable roadblock. Macroeconomic relief, which many expected to ignite a mid-summer rally, has instead been met with a collective shrug from the broader market.