Solana (SOL) Shows Signs of Breakout Behavior as It Consolidates Below $136 Resistance

Solana is showing signs of pre-breakout behavior as it consolidates below an important price threshold. According to a new technical analysis shared by RLinda

"Solana (SOL) is showing pre-breakout behavior as it consolidates ahead of a key price threshold. According to technical analysis shared by RLinda on TradingView, the $136 level is currently acting as a decisive resistance point, and Solana's price action suggests that breaking above this zone could be the initial trigger for a bullish push from the current consolidation range.

This analysis comes amid a broader bearish market situation, which could be setting the stage for a potential shift in favor of buyers if Solana manages to break out of the consolidation zone.

The current structure of Solana's price chart shows a notable recovery after a false breakdown from a range support zone. This false breakdown occurred during the price crash between the last week of March and the first week of April, which saw Solana's price briefly dip below $100. Notably, this move was an extension of a decline after breaking a key support range between $115 and $108.

After dipping below key support, Solana quickly rebounded, and the market responded with renewed buying pressure, pushing its price back above $130. However, this push is slowing down, encountering resistance at $136 and forming a consolidation phase between $130 and $136. This consolidation range is proving to be an important zone for Solana's bullish potential.

"This behavior is further emphasized by liquidity dynamics. A liquidity imbalance was created by the recent false breakdown, which could favor upward price movement as Solana bulls aim to reclaim the upper zones above $136. A sustained move above $136 could be the initial catalyst for a breakout, potentially shifting short-term market sentiment in Solana's favor."

If this scenario unfolds, it would provide technical confirmation of growing strength among buyers. This bullish potential is notable, especially considering RLinda's view on the global market situation.

Despite the broader bearish market conditions, RLinda's analysis categorizes the local Solana setup as neutral, suggesting that the price is in a range rather than exhibiting a clear trend.

Crypto market dynamics also favor a bullish outlook for Solana. Bitcoin (BTC), the dominant cryptocurrency, is itself undergoing consolidation and has shown strong correlation with Solana's movements in recent weeks. Should Solana manage to close and consolidate above $136, the chart opens up to a sequence of local targets, with the $140, $147, and $152 levels becoming the following areas of interest.

As of April 18, 2025, Solana is trading at $134.80, up 0.5% in the past 24 hours and 15.6% in the past seven days. Even if the outlook is bullish, minor corrections may still occur as this process unfolds. In such a scenario, the Fibonacci 0.5 retracement, located around $125.28, will provide a cushion for price corrections. As such, any short-term dip from the current price level may be met with strong support and accumulation at the Fib retracement. Other support levels are at $129, $123, and $111.