According to Santiment (@santimentfeed), Ethereum demonstrated the effectiveness of contrarian trading after the Pectra upgrade, when many retail traders sold off their ETH holdings due to disappointing immediate price performance. While the broader retail crowd exited positions, contrarian traders who held or accumulated ETH saw improved returns as the price stabilized and rebounded, highlighting a classic scenario where going against the majority can yield stronger results (Source: Santiment Twitter, May 8, 2025). This pattern suggests that sharp sell-offs driven by retail sentiment post-upgrade events can present strategic entry opportunities for traders focused on long-term value and rebound potential in the cryptocurrency market.