Chainlink (LINK) Breakout Imminent? Expert Insights

Amidst the ongoing challenges in the cryptocurrency market, a well-known crypto expert has shared an optimistic outlook for Chainlink (LINK), suggesting that LINK could see a significant surge in the near future.

In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), the expert highlighted the potential for LINK to break out from an ascending triangle pattern within the next 1 to 2 weeks. The expert also mentioned that if the breakout is successful, LINK could reach $18.

Technical analysis indicates that LINK has been forming an ascending triangle pattern since the beginning of August 2024, with the price currently consolidating within a narrow range. However, further analysis of the daily chart suggests that more time may be needed for the pattern to fully develop.

Source: Trading View

If LINK manages to break above the resistance level or the neckline of the ascending triangle and close a daily candle above $13, there is a strong possibility of a 15% increase to reach $15.5 initially, and potentially $18 if market sentiment remains positive.

Current Price Momentum

Currently, LINK is trading around $11.07, marking a 4.5% increase in the past 24 hours. The trading volume has also risen by 5%, indicating growing interest from investors and traders.

Despite the positive outlook, LINK has been struggling to gain momentum in recent days, with further challenges expected until it surpasses the $13 level.

Major Liquidation Levels

At present, the major liquidation levels are set at $10.66 on the lower end and $11.42 on the upper end, with traders holding significant positions at these levels, as per data from on-chain analytics firm Coinglass.

Source: Coinglass

If the price reaches $11.42, approximately $4.62 million worth of short positions could be liquidated. Conversely, a drop to $10.66 could lead to liquidation of around $2.61 million worth of long positions.

The liquidation data suggests that bears currently have the upper hand, posing a challenge for bulls looking for an upward movement in price.