Solana has managed to maintain stability above the $175 threshold, showing signs of a rebound while confronting significant resistance levels near $200 and $205. The cryptocurrency's price is now attempting to recoup losses after a recent test of the $175 region against the US Dollar.
Following a support base formation, Solana's price [experienced](Solana (SOL) Gearing Up: Is a New Surge on the Horizon?) an upward trajectory commencing at approximately $185. This positive movement mirrors similar patterns observed in Bitcoin and Ethereum, with SOL surmounting the $190 and $192 resistance marks. A noteworthy development was the breach above a bearish trend line with resistance at $185 on the hourly chart for the SOL/USD pair.
Currently, Solana trades above $190, benefitting from the stability provided by the 100-hourly simple moving average.
The price is encountering several barriers around the $200 level. Specifically, there is resistance near $202, with a subsequent significant hurdle at approximately $208, aligned with the 61.8% Fib retracement level from the $228 high to the $175 low.
Overcoming the $215 mark is crucial for further upward momentum. A firm closure above $220 may set the stage for continued gains, potentially driving the price to $235. If upward momentum sustains, Solana could additionally target the $250 level.
Should SOL struggle to surpass the $208 resistance mark, a downtrend could ensue. The initial support on the downside emerges around $195, with a primary support floor at $188. A breach below the $180 level could pull the price back to approximately $175. A conclusive move beneath this support could lead to a deeper decline, targeting the $162 support zone shortly.
Supporting the bullish outlook, the hourly MACD for SOL/USD continues to gain traction within the bullish territory. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) remains above the 50 level, indicating sustained buying pressure. Key support levels stand at $195 and $188, while notable resistance levels are set at $208 and $215, serving as critical benchmarks for future price action.