2025-12-24 13:20:20

Solana's recent trend truly tests people's patience. Over the weekend, it repeatedly hovered around $125, with bulls and bears alike deflated like punctured balloons—no one wanted to be the first to act. But if you've been immersed in this space long enough, you'll understand the signals behind this dull movement—it's usually the calm before the storm.

My core judgment remains unchanged: there will be a short-term dip, followed by a genuine upward opportunity. But this isn't a simple linear trend; there are many details worth pondering in the middle.

**The tactics of big funds have always been the same**

Recently, I've heard many voices saying that certain large institutions are pouring money into the Solana ecosystem, with a lot of bullish sentiment. This is indeed a positive sign, but the problem is—such news often becomes a "clear card." Large funds never come in loudly and tell retail investors "Follow quickly"; their approach is more sophisticated: taking advantage of the market's most complacent moments to make a sudden plunge, shaking out those who aren't firm enough in their holdings.

On-chain data also confirms this. The hype isn't as intense as before, indicating that relying solely on ecosystem stories is no longer enough to attract buying. The market needs real capital support, not just expectations. So, for the current positive news, stay rational and don't let emotions dictate your judgment.

**Technical analysis is clear**

Just look at the chart. The price levels around 130 to 134 are like a ceiling stuck there, especially the previous high before 134. A bunch of trapped positions are eagerly waiting to be unlocked. Currently, there's no volume surge or supporting sentiment—trying to break through in one go? The probability isn't high.

The support levels below are more critical. Around 121 is a short-term line of defense, but to truly test this trend's strength, we need to see if it can hold around 116. Indicators are weakening, and volume is shrinking—it's like telling us that the market isn't ready to charge forward yet. Over the weekend, no one was willing to be that screw.

Since that's the case, instead of forcing a break, it's better to accumulate strength first. Sometimes, stepping back is for a better leap forward.

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GateUser-e51e87c7

· 8h ago

It's the same old story, large funds tout positive news while dumping, retail investors are always the last to buy in. Really, it's always like this. As soon as the news comes out, someone rushes in, only to be shaken out immediately. Only if 116 can hold will it be genuine; otherwise, all the waiting was in vain.

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FlashLoanPhantom

· 8h ago

Is this the same old trick again? The institutions say to enter the market, and they do? Ha, I think it's mostly a smoke screen before a shakeout. --- How long has been stuck at this level? Like a time bomb. --- Breakouts without volume are just playing dirty. I choose to wait and see. --- Basically, they're just waiting for retail investors to take the fall—old trick. --- Whether @E5@ can hold this level is the key; everything else is just虚的. --- Still want to push through in this dull atmosphere? Dream on. --- When on-chain activity cools down, that's a signal. The story can't be spun anymore. --- I see this as the last bloodletting before a surge; hold back and don't act. --- The ceiling is right there; unless a major diplomatic event suddenly happens. --- It's good to keep rational. As they say, emotions are the biggest enemy.

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ReverseTradingGuru

· 8h ago

Once again, it's the same routine. Large funds first release good news to lure in retail investors, who follow suit and buy in, then they push the price down. This classic tactic has been played out repeatedly. Wait until it drops to 116 to see if it can hold. If it breaks, I will clear my position immediately. No volume means it's just false strength; don't be fooled by the sideways movement around 125. The chips sold during this sharp decline are the real gold and silver; there's no rush. To put it simply, after the shakeout is over, the 134 ceiling will eventually be broken. The question is, how many need to die before that happens?

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RektDetective

· 8h ago

This wave of SOL is indeed dull, feels like everyone is waiting for others to make the first move, funny. I don't believe a single word of the big institutions' messages; it's obvious they're trying to harvest the leeks. If 134 can't be broken, be prepared for a pullback; only if 116 holds can there be hope.

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governance_lurker

· 8h ago

I've seen this trick too many times. When big institutions call for bullish signals, it's often the night before a dump.

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