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This Week in Meme Coins: Fartcoin Surpasses $1 Billion, PENGU Simmers While Dogecoin Disappoints

DATE POSTED:December 20, 2024

The crypto market faced a pullback following its recent rally, leading to corrections across altcoins. Meme coins were no exception, though Fartcoin and a few others defied the trend, drawing investor interest due to their unique and absurd appeal. 

BeInCrypto analyzed Fartcoin alongside two other meme coins, showcasing diverse market conditions.

Fartcoin (FARTCOIN)

Fartcoin shocked the crypto market with a 98% surge this week, reaching a new all-time high of $1.30 and a $1.3 billion valuation. This performance highlights the unpredictability of meme coins, as the token’s humor-driven appeal continues to draw significant interest from speculative investors.

The absurdity of a fart-themed cryptocurrency reaching such heights reflects the potential meme coins hold in capturing market sentiment. If demand for Fartcoin remains steady, it could surpass its current all-time high, solidifying its position as a standout in the crypto space.

FARTCOIN Price Analysis. FARTCOIN Price Analysis. Source: TradingView

However, a wave of selling could push Fartcoin below the $1.00 mark, with the price potentially dropping to $0.70. Such a correction would highlight the volatility associated with meme coins and could reduce its appeal to speculative traders seeking quick returns.

Pudgy Penguins (PENGU)

PENGU emerged as one of the most trending coins this week despite not recording significant gains. Launched on the Solana blockchain, the meme coin performed well on its listing day but struggled to maintain momentum.

Currently, PENGU has moved only 0.12% in the last 48 hours, reflecting indecisiveness in market direction. If demand sustains, the meme coin could rally to $0.040, boosting investor confidence. Such a rise would mark a positive turn for the coin, drawing more attention to its potential.

PENGU Price Analysis. PENGU Price Analysis. Source: TradingView

However, if investors shift focus, PENGU could face a decline below $0.022, undermining its demand. Such a drop might dampen enthusiasm for the penguin-themed coin, potentially slowing further adoption.

Dogecoin (DOGE)

Dogecoin’s price has dropped by 21% over the past week due to bearish market trends, pushing the meme coin to $0.31. This decline reflects the broader cryptocurrency market downturn, impacting investor confidence.

If the bearish momentum persists, Dogecoin may struggle to recover, remaining below the $0.36 resistance level. Even with a short-term push past $0.32, sustained pressure could limit any upward movement. This scenario might extend losses, keeping the meme coin leader in a consolidative or declining phase.

DOGE Price Analysis. DOGE Price Analysis. Source: TradingView

However, a broader market recovery could shift the tide for Dogecoin. A strong rally across cryptocurrencies might enable the coin to breach $0.36 and flip it into support. This would invalidate the bearish outlook, offering a path to regain lost value and restoring investor optimism.

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