Stellar (XLM) Turns Bullish: Can the $0.386 Resistance Wall Finally Shatter?

Stellar's momentum shifts into high gear as bullish signals flash across trading platforms.

The $0.386 barrier—long considered a psychological and technical fortress—now faces its toughest test yet. Market watchers eye the critical level as XLM's recent surge builds pressure against the resistance.

Traders pile in while analysts debate whether this marks a genuine breakout or just another fakeout in crypto's endless rollercoaster. After all, what's a little volatility between friends with diamond hands?

If the wall cracks, prepare for potential upside moves—though in crypto, even 'sure things' have a funny way of surprising everyone. Typical finance folks still can't decide if it's revolutionary technology or just digital confetti.

Either way, Stellar's network activity suggests this isn't just speculative noise. The protocol's actual utility might finally be getting the price recognition it deserves. Or not—welcome to cryptocurrency.

What’s Fueling Stellar’s Momentum?

The broader crypto market’s recent stabilization has provided a healthy backdrop for altcoins like stellar (XLM) to regain traction. Hidden accumulation patterns within key demand zones suggest larger wallets are quietly entering the market, strengthening the bullish case.

On the technical front, the MACD has turned positive, while XLM’s RSI remains neutral at 48, leaving room for further gains without hitting overbought territory.

Analysts note that a clean break above $0.386 could quickly open the door to higher targets at $0.390 and $0.400, with medium-term forecasts eyeing $0.45–$0.48 by October 2025.

Institutional traders are also watching the $0.43 resistance closely. A confirmed breakout above this level could ignite stronger momentum, potentially pushing XLM into a sustained rally toward its 52-week high NEAR $0.50.

Bullish and Bearish Scenarios Ahead

If Stellar manages to break and hold above $0.386, short-term targets sit at $0.41–$0.42, with a stronger push toward $0.45–$0.48 likely in the next 4–6 weeks.

However, failure at resistance could send XLM back to retest support between $0.38 and $0.383, with a deeper drop toward $0.37 possible if sellers regain control.

For now, XLM trades at $0.384 with a 3.5% intraday gain, reflecting cautious optimism. Traders are closely monitoring volume expansion and momentum indicators as confirmation signals.

With accumulation patterns aligning and market conditions stabilizing, Stellar’s next breakout attempt could decide whether this rally has lasting strength.

Cover image from ChatGPT, XLMUSD chart from Tradingview