Key Insights:
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HYPE trades at $26.30 with weak momentum as RSI stays below 50 and MACD signals continued short term bearish control.
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A breakout above $28.56 could shift momentum toward $31 and $32, supported by higher volume and broader market stability.
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A breakdown under $25.48 may expose $24.28 and $20.48 as Bitcoin weakness increases downside pressure across altcoins.
HYPE trades at $26.30 after a sharp 9.74% decline over the past 24 hours. Trading volume stands near $554 million, reflecting steady but not aggressive participation. The token now sits close to a decisive support zone as broader market weakness limits recovery attempts.
The daily range between $26.22 and $29.16 shows tightening volatility. This compression signals that price action approaches a breakout or breakdown phase. Market participants closely monitor immediate levels for confirmation.
Momentum Indicators Show Bearish Bias
Technical indicators continue to lean negative despite the neutral RSI reading. The 14 day RSI stands at 40.77, which reflects fading buying strength but not oversold conditions. Meanwhile, the MACD histogram remains below zero and maintains a bearish crossover.
Price also trades below the 20 day EMA near $29.70, reinforcing short term downside control. The Supertrend indicator signals resistance ahead near $34.81. Consequently, bulls need strong momentum to reverse the structure.
Multi timeframe analysis highlights 15 strong levels across daily, three day, and weekly charts. Immediate support stands at $25.4761, followed by $24.2831 and $20.4800. Resistance levels appear at $28.5669 and $31.0442, with stronger pressure near $32.3675.
Besides that, weekly levels show heavier support concentration. However, the three day structure leans slightly bearish. These layers tighten the trading corridor and increase the importance of a confirmed break.
Breakout Requires Volume Expansion
A bullish shift would require a decisive close above $28.5669. Analysts note that such a move needs at least a 20% rise in volume and an RSI push above 50. Additionally, positive movement in the MACD histogram would support a trend reversal.
If buyers regain strength, price could target $31.0442 and then $32.3675. Stronger momentum could extend gains toward previous highs near $34.81.
A breakdown below $25.4761 would confirm continuation of the downtrend. In that case, traders would watch $24.2831 and $20.4800 as protection levels. Selling pressure could intensify if Bitcoin weakens further.
Bitcoin trades near $65,248 in a short term downtrend. Consequently, any move below key Bitcoin support could amplify downside risk for HYPE and other altcoins.
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