THORChain (RUNE) Primed For Big Gains, Analyst Eyes $20 Milestone

Christian Encila

Last Updated: July 18, 2024 3:00 pm

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Rising as a major competitor for a big breakthrough is THORChain (RUNE). Rune has showed strength, recovering by around 23% during the previous week following a recent fall to $3.10. At $4.22 right now, the coin is attracting both traders and analysts, with some even seeing a solid upward path.

Market Statistics And Growing Hope

With a market capitalization of $1.41 billion and a 24-hour trading volume of $207 million as of the most recent figures, THORChain represents a 0.06% market domination. Driven partly by the bullish phase in the bitcoin market, the token’s recent 2.27% growth in the previous 24 hours shows a good momentum.

The market has become more hopeful after Bitcoin’s latest climb beyond the important $65,000 level. Rune like other cryptocurrencies is profiting from this surge of optimism as investors try to profit from the increasing trend. Furthermore predicted to boost the market is the forthcoming release of Ethereum ETFs on July 23rd.

Technical Examination

Renowned crypto expert Jonathan Carter has underlined in a thorough study THORChain’s potential for notable returns. Carter says that Rune could hit $7.40 if it can effectively bounce off the barrier of declining resistance line. For traders, this level would show a strong comeback and a clear positive indication.

#RUNE

THORChain is looking great on weekly chart🤔

If it can bounce from the descending resistance, the next target is $7.40🎯

A breakout higher could lead to a move towards $20🚀 pic.twitter.com/7DMYarvIdD

— Jonathan Carter (@JohncyCrypto) July 16, 2024

A better breakout may drive the token near the $20 target. Such an action would indicate a much more significant upside since THORChain can surpass existing resistances and sustain its upward momentum. The bitcoin community has taken notice of this positive view as many of them keep a careful eye on RUNE in search of any indication of a breakout.

THORChain Price Prediction

Based on forecast, THORChain’s price is predicted to climb by 28.92% and reach $5.76 by August 17, 2024. Several technical indicators corroborate this projection; the Fear & Greed Index shows a 61 (Greed) score while the present mood is neutral.

THORChain has registered 16 out of 30 so-called “green days” during the previous month, with a 7.50% price volatility. These elements imply that right now may be a good time to acquire THORChain.

General Market Impact And Investor Mood

Thanks in part to Bitcoin’s current performance, the positive phase of the larger cryptocurrency market is giving altcoins like THORChain a suitable backdrop.

The forthcoming release of Ethereum ETFs is expected to generate more positive attitude into the market, therefore supporting Rune’s rebound and maybe breakout.

RUNE market cap currently at $1.5 billion. Chart: TradingView

According to historical trends, the launch of Bitcoin ETFs had a notable favorable effect on the market, pushing many cryptocurrencies to fresh all-time highs. With the rollout of Ethereum ETFs, a similar trajectory is seen to create conditions fit for THORChain to profit from these advantages.

The Road Ahead

Mixing technical figures with broader market trends and THORChain’s recent performance paints a positive picture of the currency. Experts note that the potential to hit targets of $7.40 and $20 highlights Rune’s enormous potential. Traders and investors should keep a careful eye on THORChain as a combination of strong technical signs and market figures suggest that a big breakthrough may be imminent.

Featured image from Mythology Vault, chart from TradingView

Christian Encila

They say journalists never truly clock out. But for Christian, that's not just a metaphor, it's a lifestyle. By day, he navigates the ever-shifting tides of the cryptocurrency market, wielding words like a seasoned editor and crafting articles that decipher the jargon for the masses. When the PC goes on hibernate mode, however, his pursuits take a more mechanical (and sometimes philosophical) turn.

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