TLDR
- Dogecoin hit $0.21, highest price in 7 months during Election Day 2024
- Market cap reached $30B, making DOGE 7th largest crypto
- Trump and Musk discussions of “D.O.G.E.” department sparked rally
- Bitcoin’s new ATH of $74,504 boosted overall crypto market
- Trading shows $140M in long positions vs $74M in shorts
Dogecoin (DOGE) reached a price of $0.21 on November 6, 2024, during U.S. Election Day trading, marking its highest value in seven months.
The cryptocurrency saw a 30% increase over 24 hours and gained 20.6% over the past week, according to CoinGecko data.
The price movement pushed Dogecoin’s market capitalization to $30 billion, allowing it to overtake Ripple (XRP) and secure the position of seventh-largest cryptocurrency by market value. This represents an 84% increase in value over the past month.
The rally gained momentum following public discussions between former President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk about a proposed “Department of Government Efficiency” (D.O.G.E.).
Their campaign events and social media activity created buzz within cryptocurrency trading communities.
Trading data revealed strong bullish sentiment, with investors opening $140 million in long positions compared to $74 million in shorts on major exchanges. This imbalance suggests traders expect further price increases for the meme-based cryptocurrency.
Bitcoin’s performance contributed to Dogecoin’s upward movement. The leading cryptocurrency reached a new all-time high of $74,504, driven by demand for Bitcoin ETFs and market optimism surrounding the election.
Technical analysts identified a rounding bottom pattern in Dogecoin’s price chart, forming from mid-2022 through 2024. This pattern has led some analysts to project $0.36 as the next target level for the cryptocurrency.
The current price remains below Dogecoin’s all-time high of $0.73, which was set in May 2021 during a previous period of social media attention. However, the recent surge has captured the attention of market participants who labeled it the “Trump trade.”
Trump’s campaign has expressed support for cryptocurrency innovation, contrasting with Vice President Kamala Harris’s position on crypto policy. This policy difference has influenced market sentiment during the election period.
Musk’s historical influence on Dogecoin prices dates back to 2021, when his social media activity helped drive the cryptocurrency to its previous all-time high. His recent suggestion about leading a “D.O.G.E.” agency renewed speculation about his continued involvement with the cryptocurrency.
Other cryptocurrencies showed strong performance during this period. Solana (SOL), Shiba Inu (SHIB), and Sui (SUI) recorded double-digit percentage gains as the overall crypto market capitalization expanded.
Technical support for Dogecoin currently sits near $0.16, according to market analysts. Traders consider $0.085 as a key level, below which the bullish outlook would need revision.
The cryptocurrency recorded over $140 million in trading volume across major exchanges during the peak of the recent price movement. This increased market participation highlights growing interest during the rally.
Crypto market analyst Josh Gilbert from eToro commented on the broader market conditions, noting that despite Bitcoin’s record highs, the current rally might be in its early stages.
Current price analysis shows potential targets at $0.32, with some analysts calculating possible moves toward $0.74 and $1.08 based on Fibonacci projections.
Dogecoin, which began as a Bitcoin parody in 2013, maintains its position as the largest meme cryptocurrency by market capitalization, demonstrating ongoing connections to internet culture and social media influence.
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