{"id":641103,"date":"2024-09-11T14:30:37","date_gmt":"2024-09-11T14:30:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wncen.com\/?p=641103"},"modified":"2024-09-11T09:30:52","modified_gmt":"2024-09-11T09:30:52","slug":"polkadot-recovery-stalls-as-bearish-pressure-returns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wncen.com\/news\/polkadot-dot\/polkadot-recovery-stalls-as-bearish-pressure-returns\/","title":{"rendered":"Polkadot Recovery Stalls As Bearish Pressure Returns With $3.5 In Sight"},"content":{"rendered":"
Polkadot<\/span><\/a> (DOT) is at a crossroads as its recent <\/span>recovery<\/span><\/a> attempt loses steam, with renewed bearish pressure pushing the price back toward the crucial $3.5 mark. After showing signs of a rebound, DOT\u2019s momentum has quickly reversed, casting doubt on its ability to maintain higher levels.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n As bearish momentum resurfaces, the market is left wondering whether the <\/span>bulls<\/span> can mount a defense or will the bears drive the price even lower, setting the stage for further declines. With market sentiment hanging in the balance, all eyes are on DOT’s next move.<\/span><\/p>\n This analysis aims to explore why Polkadot\u2019s recovery has lost <\/span>momentum<\/span><\/a> and how renewed bearish pressure is steering the price toward the key $3.5 level. We will assess the technical signals and market conditions that could determine whether Polkadot finds support at this critical juncture or continues to slide lower. This insight will help gauge the likelihood of a rebound or further downside in the near term.<\/span><\/p>\n DOT was trading at approximately $4.14 at the time of writing, reflecting a 2.49% decline. The cryptocurrency has a market capitalization of over $6 billion and a trading volume of $84 million. Meanwhile, over the past 24 hours, its market cap and trading volume have decreased by 2.47% and 11.83%, respectively.<\/span><\/p>\n On the 4-hour chart, Polkadot exhibits strong bearish momentum as it continues to trade below the 100-day Simple Moving Average (SMA). The inability to break above this key moving average suggests that <\/span>bearish<\/span><\/a> pressure is redeveloping and that sellers are gaining control, which could lead to a further price decline toward the $3.5 mark.<\/span><\/p>\nTechnical Analysis: Is $3.5 The Next Critical Support?<\/h2>\n