Prominent cryptocurrency trader DonAlt has set an ambitious long-term Ethereum price target of $10,000, but his actual trading plan is far more conservative. According to his recent market commentary, DonAlt entered an ETH long position near $1,900 on August 13, 2026, and intends to secure profits around $3,000 rather than wait for the higher target.
The trader outlined three price levels for Ethereum: a formal target of $4,000, an unofficial macro target of $10,000, and a personal profit-taking level of $3,000. A move from his reported $1,900 entry to $3,000 would represent a gain of approximately 58%. DonAlt also said he is prepared to add to his position if Ethereum pulls back toward the $1,700 support zone, which he views as an important accumulation level.
DonAlt explained that buying near resistance is not a classic technical setup, but he preferred having market exposure while Ethereum remained in a range that could support another advance. His cautious exit strategy is shaped by his previous XRP trade, where he identified significant upside near $0.50 before XRP rallied toward $3.50. However, XRP reversed before reaching his maximum target of $6.90, reinforcing the importance of locking in gains.
The strategy highlights a disciplined risk-management approach: distinguishing between a potential long-term valuation and a realistic profit-taking plan. While $10,000 remains an ambitious scenario, Ethereum reaching $3,000 would already deliver a substantial return from his entry point.
