• Chainlink sees a short-term pullback as volatility rises, with traders closely monitoring the $22 resistance for a breakout signal.
• Analysts highlight that holding above key support near $20 could renew bullish sentiment and trigger recovery momentum soon.
• The launch of the S&P 500-backed crypto index, including Chainlink, boosts mainstream exposure and institutional interest.

Chainlink (LINK) experiences a short-term downturn as volatility is on the increase. Analysts are watching key resistance as the possible breakout point. Staying above support could cause renewed bullishness in the future.

At press time, Chainlink is trading at $21.83, with a 24-hour trade volume of $3.16 billion and a market capitalization of $14.84 billion. The coin has dropped by 5.84% over the past 24 hours, echoing the phase when market intensity was on the increase among leading crypto stocks.

S&P 500 Firm Launches Chainlink Index

A well-known crypto analyst, steven.hl, highlighted an important development that could influence market sentiment. The company behind the S&P 500 Index is reportedly preparing to introduce a new crypto index, which will feature 35 blockchain-related firms and 15 cryptocurrencies under its Broad Digital Market Index.

Among the digital assets expected to be included are Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), XRP, Binance Coin (BNB), Solana (SOL), Tron (TRX), Cardano (ADA), Chainlink (LINK), and Avalanche (AVAX), among others. This move signals growing mainstream recognition of leading crypto projects and their role in digital finance.

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Chainlink Weakens But Targets Strong Rebound

In the meantime, crypto analyst CRYPTOWZRD noted that the day ended on a bearish note for LINK, as LinkBTC also saw losses as the price of Bitcoin saw a stinging sell-off. The analyst noted that increased volatility was possible in the short term, but was eyeing a possible long play when CLICK is able to break the resistance level of $22.00.

In the analysis, both the LINK and the LINKBTC daily candles closed in bearish conditions—an end that was mostly anticipated given the drop in Bitcoin. Yet, the level of support at $20.00 is still a level that should be closely watched.

For the reversal, the LINKBTC must create stronger bullish indications and then break through the Daily lower high trendline. Should that occur, the LINK can then try and climb towards the resistance level of $30.00 and higher.

Today’s intraday chart was characterized by high volatility and general weakness, although holding form above the level of $22.00 would still be viewed positively. According to analysts, should the token be able to stabilize there, a breakout towards the level of $24.00 or better could be possible.

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