Altcoins News
By Julie Binoche
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Chainlink (LINK) is showing signs of weakness as growing global tariff tensions coincide with a wave of bearish trading sentiment.
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Over the past week, Chainlink’s price action has struggled to find traction. As of July 9, LINK was trading near $13.49, reflecting a mild 0.55% decline in 24 hours.
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Market data from CoinGlass reveals that traders are heavily favoring short positions. According to the platform, there is $8.64 million in open short interest compared to $5.
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This shift in sentiment comes as Chainlink hovers just above a critical support zone. The $12.
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The liquidation map shows heightened trader activity around two key price points: $12.99 on the lower end and $13.83 on the upper end.
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Adding to the caution, LINK is currently trading below its 200-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA), a widely watched technical indicator that often signals the prevailing trend.
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The technical landscape adds further pressure. Chainlink’s price has been consolidating in a tight range for over two weeks, repeatedly hitting a descending trendline acting as…
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Volume trends are not offering much relief either. Data from CoinMarketCap shows a 12% decline in LINK’s trading volume compared to the previous day.
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Despite the bearish signals, a reversal is still possible—though it hinges on a decisive move above resistance.
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However, that scenario remains speculative as long as the current macro environment continues to weigh on risk assets.
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In summary, Chainlink finds itself at a critical crossroads. The technical setup points to a potential 17% drop if the $12.70 support level fails.
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As always, traders and investors should proceed with caution and monitor price action closely, especially in times of heightened geopolitical tension.
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