Bull Trap Ahead? Shiba Inu Prints Golden Cross While Momentum Fades
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MedA golden cross is typically a bullish signal, but the article suggests it might be a bull trap due to fading momentum and broader market selling pressure ahead of the fomc decision. profit-taking after a recent rally also adds to the bearish short-term outlook.
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NeutralThe immediate price action shows a slight decline due to profit-taking and broader market pressure. while the golden cross is bullish, the fading momentum and bearish signals from altcoin sell pressure suggest a potential consolidation or short-term pullback, making the immediate direction uncertain.
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ShortThe article focuses on the short-term implications of the golden cross and the upcoming fomc decision, suggesting immediate market reactions are of primary concern.
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Cover image via U.Today Disclaimer: The opinions expressed by our writers are their own and do not represent the views of U.Today. The financial and market information provided on U.Today is intended for informational purposes only. U.Today is not liable for any financial losses incurred while trading cryptocurrencies. Conduct your own research by contacting financial experts before making any investment decisions. We believe that all content is accurate as of the date of publication, but certain offers mentioned may no longer be available. Shiba Inu saw a golden cross signal on its short-term price chart, with the market now watching whether this might be a trap or a setup. Advertisement The 50 MA (moving average) on the two-hour chart crossed above the 200 MA, forming a "golden cross." The signal comes as Shiba Inu faces profit-taking after a significant rally in the past week. Shiba Inu price climbed for five days from June 11 to 15, before experiencing profit-taking. SHIB/USD 2-Hour Chart, Image By: TradingView At the time of writing, SHIB was down 1.84% in the last 24 hours to $0.000004937, extending its drop into the second day since June 15. HOT Stories XRP Hits Key Bull Defense Line Ahead of FOMC; Next 45 Days Are Crucial for Shiba Inu (SHIB) Bull Case, History Indicates; Ethereum Hits Glamsterdam Milestone: Morning Crypto Report Illinois Signs 'Most Anti-Crypto Law in the US' You Might Also Like Wed, 06/17/2026 - 12:46 Only 7 Shiba Inu (SHIB) Addresses Are Selling, Data Shows By Arman Shirinyan Advertisement The SHIB price drop in the last 24 hours comes as the crypto market faces selling pressure ahead of today's Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) interest-rate decision, which marks the first meeting under new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh. Investors are largely expecting that the Fed will hold interest rates steady. Warsh's communication style will be watched closely by investors after eight years of listening for monetary policy clues from Jerome Powell, who closed out his tenure as Fed Chair in May. Bull trap or setup? The market traded in the red at press time, with activity slowing. Crypto futures volume fell 16.56% in 24 hours to $165 billion and open interest dropped 2.66% to $110 billion. Advertisement You Might Also Like Sun, 04/12/2026 - 14:11 SHIB Divergence? Open Interest Up 5% Despite Shiba Inu Price in Red By Tomiwabold Olajide In this light, Shiba Inu trading volume across spot exchanges fell 45.28% in the last 24 hours to $53.9 million. The same scenario was seen in the derivatives market as volumes fell 59.03% in the same time frame to $65.64 million. Meanwhile, open interest rose 2.98% in the past day to $35.39 million, according to CoinGlass data. The market is at an inflection point as a major altcoin indicator flashes its most bearish signal in years. According to CryptoQuant, altcoin sell pressure just hit a five-year extreme, following 15 months of continuous net selling on spot exchanges. #Shiba Inu (SHIB) News #Shiba Inu