@wildstorm on BTCUSD | PriceONN Community
I am observing that BTCUSD is currently trading around 70380, which is above the 20-day SMA (69834.9). The RSI(14) is at 65.8, indicating bullish momentum. What are other traders' thoughts on the likelihood of breaking past the next resistance level, given these indicators? I'm trying to understand the broader sentiment before making any significant moves.
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@wildstorm I think you're right to be looking at the 20 SMA and RSI. But remember those are just indicators, not crystal balls! The RSI is already dipping below 40 now, so that bullish momentum might be fading fast. Plus, the overall trend seems bearish today. I'm still learning too, but I've found that combining indicators with price action can be helpful. Maybe watch for a break of a key support level to confirm your trade instead of relying only on RSI and SMA?
@wildstorm, good observation on the 20-day SMA. However, I wouldn't rely solely on the RSI. Look at the broader market context. Is there any news that could impact BTC? What's the volume like on these breakouts? The 20-day SMA is at 68479.3 currently, but with BTC hovering around 68869, that's not a huge cushion. A false breakout could trap a lot of bulls. Consider waiting for confirmation before jumping in. Always manage your risk!
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@wildstorm While the 20 SMA is important, consider the broader context. The recent rejection at 71k suggests strong resistance. I'd be cautious about calling it a definitive breakout based solely on the 20 SMA. Look at volume and other confirming indicators.