Whether it is ethereum or the rest of the altcoins available in the market. Everything rolls around bitcoin market, which means there is assured growth based on the movement of bitcoin. Not everyone understands it, and doesn't have the patience to profit.
Ethereum stands next to bitcoin in terms of marketcap. Often some form of FUD related to ethereum can be seen around. This is kind of panic development around the market. In terms of usage and project development ethereum platform is much used. For various reasons ethereum is to grow for sure.