Ethereum and Ripple Show Steady Setups for October’s Rally
Ethereum remains one of the safest large‑cap plays for October. According to Virtual Bacon, the ETH price is trading between $3,350 and $4,850. The setup is simple: buy dips around $3,350 and aim for a retest of the all‑time high near $4,850.
It may not deliver explosive short‑term gains, ETH continues to be a core asset during bullish months. The Ethereum price tends to move steadily when Bitcoin gains momentum, making it a reliable base for many portfolios.
XRP price continues to show an interesting structure. The Ripple price has formed a local triple bottom and is holding support firmly. Virtual Bacon’s bot range runs from $2.73 to $4.48, with a potential first target at $3.50.
That range creates a clean risk‑to‑reward setup for traders who prefer stability. XRP price movements have historically mirrored Bitcoin’s October strength, so many eyes are watching how Ripple performs this time around.
Solana and Chainlink Hold Strong Technical Structures for October
Solana continues to attract attention as one of the market’s momentum leaders. The SOL price sits in the $155–$260 range. Despite a recent rejection near $270, the chart structure remains healthy. Strong ETF chatter and solid technical support make this one of the most‑watched tokens for October.
If SOL maintains its momentum, Solana price could retest upper resistance levels
while staying one of the top performers in this rally.
Chainlink is back in its comfort zone. The LINK price hovers around $22–23, close to the lower end of its bot range of $10.90–$52. This setup gives plenty of room for upside while keeping risk controlled. Many traders see Chainlink price movements as a reflection of growing demand for real‑world data and oracle services.
With previous all‑time highs still far above current levels, LINK offers a potential swing setup for those looking beyond the short term.
— VirtualBacon (@VirtualBacon0x) October 3, 2025
9 Altcoins I’m Buying for the October Rally
October has historically been one of Bitcoin’s strongest months. This year we’ve got a confirmed Fed rate cut, bullish seasonality, and some large caps at perfect entry levels.
Here’s how I’m playing it
Stellar and Sui Offer Stable Setups with Limited Downside
Stellar continues to hover near its lower support levels, making it another interesting name this month. The XLM price trades around $0.40, which is close to the lower end of its $0.36–$0.62 range. Using $0.35 as a possible stop creates limited downside, with potential upside back toward $0.62.
The Stellar price often reacts well during Bitcoin uptrends, and October could again provide that window for a solid move.
Sui has built a reputation as a “chop‑friendly” token. The SUI price currently sits around $3.56, holding above its support at $3.26. Virtual Bacon noted that his trading bot continues to farm small profits even during sideways action.
The target range remains around $3.80–$4.00. This kind of stable, range‑bound behavior makes Sui an attractive pick for traders who prefer consistent setups instead of wild swings.
Hyperlink, World Liberty Financial, and ASTER Show Potential for Gradual October Gains
Hyperlink, trading under HYPE, remains steady near $0.20. That level matches ALT5 Sigma’s treasury entry, meaning it has significant interest at that zone. The key level to watch is $0.19 for daily closes. As long as that holds, the structure stays healthy.
The HYPE price could benefit from any October momentum, especially if market‑wide optimism strengthens.
World Liberty Financial, represented by WLFI, continues to trade in a tight sideways pattern near $0.20. Virtual Bacon noted that the project’s support remains consistent, with buyers defending this zone.
If Bitcoin keeps trending upward, WLFI price could see a lift as investors rotate into large‑cap altcoins that have yet to make their move.
ASTER has drawn attention due to its connection with Binance. The ASTER price trades around $1.79, below the earlier entry zone of $1.85, which could appeal to those looking for lower entries.
The stop level sits near $1.30, with a target around $2.40 or higher. This mix of strong backing and technical support makes ASTER one of the more promising setups among the group.
Virtual Bacon’s outlook for October is clear, stay with large caps, manage risk, and prepare for broader rotations later in the year.
Bitcoin has historically posted gains in 9 of the last 10 Octobers, averaging around 21 % during the month. If that trend continues, altcoins like ETH, XRP, SOL, LINK, XLM, SUI, HYPE, WLFI, and ASTER could all benefit in dollar terms, even if Bitcoin dominance increases.