Raydium (RAY) Surges 15%: Can This Solana-Based Altcoin Hit $10 Amid Market Volatility?

The cryptocurrency market has recently seen significant bearish action, with Bitcoin’s price retesting its critical support trendline. Meanwhile, Solana (SOL) has faced a major correction, largely due to growing concerns over network congestion. Despite these challenges, one standout performer in the market is Raydium (RAY), which has seen an impressive 15% surge in the last 24 hours, positioning itself as a beacon of hope amidst the downturn.

Raydium, the decentralized exchange (DEX) built on the Solana blockchain, has been attracting attention with its recent performance. As of today, the RAY price reached a new 37-month high, gaining 15.31% in a single day, and securing a trading volume of $401.94 million. Over the past week, RAY has surged by 52.09%, and its year-to-date (YTD) return stands at a remarkable +54.17%. With a market capitalization of $2.21 billion, RAY has climbed to the 54th spot in the crypto rankings, signaling its growing influence in the market.

Raydium price Analysis 21st January 2025
TradingView: RAY/USDT

From a technical analysis standpoint, the Relative Strength Index (RSI) for Raydium is nearing overbought territory, indicating strong buying pressure. The 50-day and 200-day Exponential Moving Averages (EMA) both show bullish trends, suggesting that the altcoin could maintain its upward trajectory if the market sentiment remains favorable.

The big question on the minds of investors is whether RAY can hit the $10 mark. If the bullish sentiment persists, RAY could target its next resistance level around $8, with the potential to reach $9 in the near future. However, if the trend reverses and bearish sentiment takes over, the token may retest its support level of $7, and potentially dip as low as $6.

Also Read: Raydium Surpasses Uniswap in Monthly Volumes for Second Month: Is Solana’s DEX Dominance Just Beginning?

In conclusion, while Raydium’s recent price action is impressive, its ability to maintain momentum will depend largely on market conditions and investor sentiment 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.

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