Litecoin price heading towards 145 USD? Whale, ETF and technical signals reveal opportunities

Litecoin (LTC) is currently trading around the 116 USD mark, recording a 4.2% increase over the past week but still a 11.2% fall when viewed over a one-month timeframe. Nevertheless, the overall outlook is showing more positive signals.

In the last three months, Litecoin has increased by nearly 40%, clearly reflecting that the long-term growth trend of this coin has not yet been broken.

Notably, some new signals have emerged, further reinforcing the possibility that the bullish trend may continue. Trading activity from large investors ( whales ) combined with positive information surrounding cryptocurrency ETF funds is adding momentum to market sentiment.

However, the technical indicators provide quite mixed signals, indicating that the market is not yet fully in agreement on the next direction. In summary, the outlook for Litecoin still leans towards a growth scenario, with a feasible short-term target around 145 USD. Nevertheless, investors are still waiting for clearer confirmation signals to strengthen their confidence in a new breakout.

LTC whales accumulate strongly amid ETF expectations

One of the most important drivers in the Litecoin market today comes from whale wallets – those holding 1,000 LTC or more. In just one day, this group of wallets added an additional 181,000 LTC, marking the strongest increase in recent weeks.

The accumulation of whales is often a sign that they expect a price increase in the near future. Large investors tend to buy in before the market experiences significant fluctuations, thereby instilling more confidence in retail traders.

Notably, this move coincides with important news from Grayscale – the leading cryptocurrency asset management firm – as they officially filed for approval of a Litecoin ETF in the United States.

An ETF is an investment product that allows investors to access Litecoin without directly owning and storing the asset. If approved, new capital from traditional investors could flow into the market, thereby enhancing liquidity and supporting the price of LTC.

Previously, Bloomberg analysts had noted that Litecoin and Solana were two of the altcoins with a high likelihood of ETF approval. Currently, the Solana ETF has officially gone live, while Dogecoin is also under discussion. This has led many to believe that Litecoin could be the next name.

With the strong accumulation of whales' wallets, it seems that the market is preparing itself for this scenario.

The adoption of Litecoin expands with new use cases

News about ETFs is just one part of the growth picture for Litecoin. This cryptocurrency is also recording many important advancements in expanding practical applications.

In the United States, Coinme – a cryptocurrency trading platform – has now allowed users to buy Litecoin directly with cash at over 10,000 retail locations. This is a major step forward, making it easier than ever to own and use Litecoin in everyday life.

At the same time, MEI Pharma, after rebranding to Lite Strategy, announced the addition of up to 100 million USD Litecoin to its treasury. This move not only demonstrates a long-term belief in Litecoin but also helps affirm its position as a strategic asset, beyond the scope of short-term trading.

Combined with Grayscale's filing for a Litecoin ETF, the advancements in application and accumulation show that Litecoin is regaining its appeal and gradually becoming more popular in the cryptocurrency ecosystem.

This increased visibility may have encouraged whale wallets to strengthen their holdings, contributing to price stability even during slight market corrections.

Technical Factors and Litecoin Price Outlook

Alongside the fundamental drivers, technical indicators are also providing important signals for the price outlook of Litecoin.

Money Flow Index (MFI) – a measure of buying and selling pressure by combining price with volume – has been on a downward trend since mid-August. Although there are still some local increases, the overall buying momentum has weakened compared to the previous period. This reflects that the new money flow into the market has not been truly strong.

Litecoin price chart | Source: TradingViewSimilarly, the Chaikin Money Flow index (CMF) is still below 0, indicating that the capital flow from large investors has not yet clearly returned. To lay the groundwork for a sustainable price increase, CMF needs to rise above this threshold, marking a shift in capital flow into Litecoin. This is the confirmation factor that the market is waiting for.

The Litecoin cash flow needs to increase | Source: TradingViewTechnically, the 130–134 USD level is considered an important short-term resistance zone. If the price decisively breaks above this area, Litecoin could extend its upward momentum and move towards the 145 USD mark, in line with the bullish trend that has formed over the past three months.

Not only on the USD pair, analysts are also paying attention to the correlation of LTC/BTC. The long-term chart shows an 8-year compression pattern, in which the price of Litecoin continuously narrows compared to Bitcoin. In such setups, breakouts often occur after a long period of accumulating pressure.

In addition, both the RSI and MACD on the LTC/BTC chart are currently near historical lows. This reinforces the view that Litecoin may be undervalued compared to Bitcoin, and any breakout from this compression pattern could bring strong upward momentum.

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