Solana (SOL) is attempting to stabilize after weeks of selling pressure, with price action now centered around a critical technical zone that could determine its next directional move.
After falling from recent highs near $86, the Solana price rebounded from support around $75–$76 and climbed back above $80, drawing renewed attention from traders and institutional investors watching for signs of a broader recovery.
Recent market data shows Solana price in a consolidation phase, where improving derivatives positioning and fresh ETF inflows are beginning to offset weak sentiment caused by declining network activity and external market shocks.
ETF Inflows Signal Institutional Re-Engagement
A key catalyst behind the latest recovery has been renewed institutional demand. U.S. spot Solana ETFs recorded approximately $3.78 million in net inflows on February 24, reversing a stretch of outflows that had coincided with price weakness.
Cumulative inflows into Solana-linked ETFs have now surpassed $900 million, suggesting continued interest from regulated market participants despite volatility.
Derivatives markets also show improving sentiment. Open interest has risen while long positions increasingly outweigh shorts, indicating traders are adding exposure rather than exiting positions. Short liquidations following the rebound from $76 helped remove near-term selling pressure, allowing price to reclaim the $80 region.
Technically, SOL is holding above key short-term averages and the 50% Fibonacci retracement of its recent decline. Momentum indicators such as the RSI moving above neutral levels suggest buyers are regaining control in the short term.
Solana Price Key Resistance Levels Between $85 and $90
Despite improving momentum, resistance remains concentrated between $85 and $88, a zone that previously rejected multiple recovery attempts. A confirmed close above this band could open a path toward $90–$94, where higher-timeframe resistance and trend indicators converge.
Chart patterns are also drawing attention. Analysts point to a potential triple-bottom formation near $75, often interpreted as a reversal structure if followed by strong volume. However, failure to maintain support above $79–$80 could expose Solana price downside levels near $77 and potentially $74 again.
Risks Persist After Ecosystem and Activity Declines
The recovery comes amid ongoing ecosystem concerns, including a platform shutdown following a major hack and declining on-chain activity. Falling active addresses and total value locked signal weaker engagement.
Currently, Solana’s outlook now depends on whether institutional inflows and technical stability can offset soft network metrics. Holding $80–$83 as support could open a move toward $90, while failure may keep price consolidation in place.
Cover image from ChatGPT, SOLUSD chart from Tradingview
