Testing Upper Resistance Levels Of Descending Channel As Bullish Momentum Gains Strength
AAVE is nearing a key technical resistance level, with a continued build-up of bullish momentum after the recent rally from June lows. The DeFi token has been trading within a descending channel for several months, and it is currently testing the upper resistance level of the same.
A descending channel has guided the price movements of AAVE since mid-2025, and it consists of lower lows and lower highs due to prevailing bearishness. Previously, all attempts at breaking above the descending channel have failed as buyers defended the upper trend line. However, there are indications that the latest breakout attempt could be more promising than previous ones.
Buyers Take Control After June Selloff
As reported by clifton_ideas, AAVE is once again testing channel resistance after rebounding from the lower end of the channel. This happened following a brief selloff as the broader market turned bearish in June.
The sell-off increased selling pressure, but buyers were quick to absorb all of the coins on offer without causing further damage to the price. The fast recovery signaled growing optimism and marked a shift in short-term momentum in favor of the bulls.
AAVE was last seen at $81.64, having gained about 7.48% in the daily session. Buyers used the rally to take back several short-term resistance levels, starting at $78 before going above $80. In the process, AAVE attempted to break out toward the $84-$85 region before profit booking started.
Increasing Volume Backs The Breakout Attempt
One of the most compelling bullish signals seen along with the recent move higher includes an impressive surge in volume. Daily volume for AAVE increased by well over 139% in the past 24 hours, signaling strong market participation.
Increased volume on the upside usually serves as a sign of increased investor confidence and helps build credibility around a possible breakout. An increased number of purchases is another factor that demonstrates growing market confidence in AAVE.
In addition to the technical aspects, AAVE shows impressive fundamental characteristics. The market cap for AAVE is around $1.25 billion, and the TVL for AAVE is currently close to $12.41 billion.
Technical Outlook Stays Focused On Confirming Breakout
As for the broader technical outlook, it is starting to show improvements as higher lows appear instead of the previous pattern of lower lows. This is generally an indication of increased demand from buyers and might be the first sign of reversing the prevailing trend.
At the same time, confirmation of any technical outlook is always necessary. Traders will be looking to see whether AAVE can achieve a decisive daily breakout from the descending channel’s resistance. A successful breakout would mean invalidating the bearish technical setup and establishing a new favorable long-term trend.
As seen in the technical projections presented in the chart below, if a decisive breakout from the resistance occurs and buying momentum continues, AAVE might move toward the $170-$190 price range. While it is too early to call these levels, they present possible upside targets in case of bullish developments.
For the moment, the focus stays on channel resistance. The next few trading days may reveal whether AAVE managed to make a breakout or failed once again near repeated price resistance.
