$SOL Hello, traders! 👋 Analyzing the Solana (SOL/USDT) chart, the truth is that the very short-term signals look bearish. It is around $144.20, below key levels and close to recent lows. But let's say for some reason, you feel like you have to trade no matter what... what could be considered in that hypothetical case? Let's see, but with extreme caution and remembering that this is NOT financial advice! ⚠️

The Chart Rules (and Says "Danger" in the Short Term):

* SOL is clearly below its moving averages (7, 25, and 99) on 15m, and all are pointing downwards. That is a strong bearish technical signal! 📉

* It has just bounced from the minimum at $142.50, but the recovery seems weak.

* The moving averages are now resistance above (between ~$144.4 and ~$145.8).

What to do if you want to enter the market now? (HYPOTHETICAL Ideas - High Risk!):

Ok, if for whatever reason, you needed to enter the market right now despite the bearish signals... what would be the least contradictory play with the chart? I insist, these are NOT recommendations and forcing trades like this is very dangerous:

* Follow the Trend (Looking for SHORT): Since the main signal is bearish, it might make more technical sense to look for a sale. How? Wait for a bounce towards the moving average resistance (~$144.4 - $145.8). If you see the price reaches there and is clearly rejected (cannot get past), then perhaps you could consider a SHORT. MANDATORY stop-loss above that resistance. Target: the minimum of $142.50, and if it breaks, lower. (This option seems more aligned with the current signals).

* Betting on the Bounce (Looking for LONG - VERY Risky): Buying now or near the minimum of $142.50 goes directly against the signals of the MAs. It would only make sense if you see a VERY, VERY strong bullish confirmation right at that support ($142.50) and using a tight stop-loss. High risk that the support won't hold.

Your Life Jacket ALWAYS!: Risk Management.

* Stop-Loss: Define your exit before entering!

* Position Size: Small! Don't risk a large part of your account, especially if you're forcing the trade.

In Summary:

SOL shows technical weakness. If you want to trade, looking for a short on a weak bounce towards resistance seems less illogical than buying against the trend. But the best real option usually is to wait for the chart to give clearer signals.

How do you operate when you see such a clear bearish trend in the short term? Do you wait for a pullback or try to catch the bottom?