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XLM Eyes Bullish Continuation After Rising From Support
Stellar’s token pushed through resistance at $0.398 on surging volume after a day-long consolidation, with shifting macro trends fueling demand for payment-focused assets.
Updated Aug 21, 2025, 3:24 p.m. Published Aug 21, 2025, 3:24 p.m.
What to know:
- Tight Range Trade: XLM held between $0.39 and $0.41 for 24 hours before breaking higher.
- Breakout Signal: Price pierced $0.398 resistance in the final hour on strong volume above 1.5 million tokens.
- Macro Tailwinds: Shifting trade policies, stablecoin rules, and inflation concerns are boosting demand for payment-focused tokens.
XLM traded in a narrow band between $0.39 and $0.41 over a 24-hour stretch ending Aug. 21, reflecting a consolidation phase ahead of a potential move. Sellers repeatedly capped upside at $0.41, while buyers defended support at $0.40, keeping volatility subdued. A gradual dip in volume suggested traders were positioning for a breakout attempt.
That breakout came in the final hour of trading, when XLM rallied from $0.396 to $0.399. Strong buying momentum pushed through the $0.398 resistance level, accompanied by a sharp spike in volume exceeding 1.5 million tokens traded. The push set fresh intraday highs, reinforcing a short-term bullish setup.
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Broader market currents also support rising demand for payment-focused tokens. Shifting trade dynamics, evolving stablecoin frameworks, and heightened inflation risks tied to supply chain pressures are reshaping the global payments landscape. Against this backdrop, XLM’s recent strength reflects growing interest in blockchain-based settlement alternatives.
Technical Indicators Signal Bullish Momentum
- Price action broke through key $0.398 resistance level with strong volume confirmation.
- Trading range of $0.01 or 3% indicates contained volatility before breakout.
- Volume spike exceeding 1.55 million during final hour suggests institutional interest.
- Support established around $0.40 level with multiple successful bounces.
- Declining volume trend reversed during breakout, indicating renewed conviction.
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