Polkadot (DOT) Price Rally: Will Resistance at $5.16 Trigger a Reversal or a Breakout?

Polkadot's (DOT)

Polkadot (DOT), the native token of the multichain blockchain Polkadot, has surged by 17% over the past two weeks. The altcoin climbed from $3.86 to $4.68, reflecting renewed buying interest. However, as DOT approaches a key resistance zone, analysts warn that profit-taking could stall its upward momentum.

Polkadot’s Recent Rally and Market Trends

Between January 3 and 31, DOT fluctuated within a rectangular pattern, trading between $6.25 and $7.77. However, a bearish breakdown in early February saw its price plunge to $3.86 by March 11, forming a descending triangle—a typically bearish pattern.

DOT’s recent price rebound stems from strong buying pressure, as indicated by the Money Flow Index (MFI) hitting 81.87. The MFI, which measures buying and selling momentum, signals an overbought condition when above 80. This suggests that DOT could face a short-term correction as traders lock in gains.

DOT/USD Daily Chart | Credit: TradingView

Technical Indicators Point to a Potential Reversal

The Supertrend indicator, which helps determine market trends, currently signals a cautious outlook. If the green line of the Supertrend is below the price, it signals a buy; conversely, if the red line is above, it indicates a sell. As of now, DOT is hovering just below a key resistance level, hinting at a potential retracement.

Can DOT Break Resistance or Face a Pullback?

Polkadot is facing strong resistance around $5.16 and the 0.236 Fibonacci level at $5.54. If it fails to break above these levels, DOT’s price could drop below $4, potentially testing a yearly low of $3.66.

DOT/USD Daily Chart | Credit: TradingView

However, if bullish momentum persists despite the overbought conditions, DOT could surge past $5.54 and target $6.70 at the 0.382 Fibonacci level. In an extremely bullish scenario, the price could even rally toward $7.64.

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Polkadot’s recent gains reflect increased market confidence, but the overbought conditions suggest caution. Whether DOT continues its upward trajectory or retraces will depend on market sentiment and buying pressure. Traders should watch for a decisive move above $5.54 or a potential dip toward $3.66 in the coming weeks.

Disclaimer: The information in this article is for general purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. The author’s views are personal and may not reflect the views of Chain Affairs. Before making any investment decisions, you should always conduct your own research. Chain Affairs is not responsible for any financial losses.