Dogecoin Eyes Breakout as Whales Sell $40M; Price Holds Near $0.26
Dogecoin is consolidating just below the $0.26 mark after dropping 18% from its May 10 peak, while large holders have offloaded around $40 million worth of tokens in recent days, according to CoinDesk Research.
The sell-off by whales, who moved approximately 170 million DOGE, might be part of a strategic repositioning ahead of a potential price surge. Technical charts show a classic bull flag pattern forming, signaling that the recent pullback could simply be a pause before the next upward push.
Market analysts are closely watching this consolidation, with many expecting a breakout within the coming week. Price targets range from $0.35 up to $0.45, implying a possible rally of 52% to 114% from current levels.
Technical Highlights:
- DOGE climbed from $0.222 to $0.228, carving out a clear upward channel supported by strong demand at $0.218–$0.219.
- Profit-taking emerged near $0.233–$0.234 despite high trading volumes, capping short-term gains.
- A noticeable pullback late in the session hints at short-term consolidation but doesn’t negate the bullish structure formed by higher lows.
- The token saw a 2.57% drop from $0.233 to $0.227 amid market volatility.
- Repeated tests of support between $0.227 and $0.228 suggest buyers are defending key levels.
With significant whale activity and positive technical setups, Dogecoin may be gearing up for its next leg higher.

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