XLM's Explosive Rally Could Face a Critical Test Ahead

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While Stellar's recent rally has attracted significant attention, market data suggests traders should also watch for potential volatility. A large portion of the move appears to have been fueled by a short squeeze, with bearish traders forced to close positions as XLM surged higher. Short liquidations significantly exceeded long liquidations, creating additional buying pressure and accelerating the price increase.

However, XLM is now approaching a major long-term resistance zone that has historically acted as a barrier to further gains. Previous Stellar rallies driven by major catalysts—including Donald Trump's 2024 election victory and PayPal's stablecoin expansion in 2025—were followed by substantial corrections after the initial excitement faded. If buyers fail to push XLM above current resistance levels, analysts warn that a pullback of 30% to 40% could be possible. On the other hand, a decisive breakout could open the door for a move toward the $0.28–$0.30 range, making the coming weeks particularly important for Stellar's market direction.

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xlm bulls celebrating the breakout while

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the resistance zone is sitting there like ive seen this movie before