CAKE completed the week with a sharp 14.82% drop and the main downtrend maintains its dominance; although the oversold signal at RSI 21 level offers short-term reaction potential, the market structure points to the distribution phase. Bitcoin’s weak performance creates pressure on altcoins, while holding at the $1.2820 support forms a critical turning point.
CAKE in the Weekly Market Summary
In the big picture, CAKE, as the token of the PancakeSwap ecosystem, is affected by the general weakness in the DeFi sector. The price, which fell from $1.53 to $1.28 during the week, consolidated at the $1.30 level. Although the volume profile remained low at $49.23M, the increase in volatility is noteworthy. The main trend is downward, and the market is positioned in the bearish phase of the altcoin cycle in sync with Bitcoin’s 13% losses. In this context, strategic patience and level-based decision-making should be prioritized for position traders. For more detailed spot data, you can check the CAKE detailed spot analysis page.
Trend Structure and Market Phases
Long-Term Trend Analysis
On long-term charts, CAKE is trading in the main downtrend channel with a nearly 80% drop from 2024 highs. On higher timeframes (monthly and quarterly), the market structure maintains the lower high/lower low pattern; this indicates the strength of the trend. The price below EMA20 ($1.72) and EMA50 ($2.10) has triggered the bearish trend filter. The MACD histogram is negative and expanding below the zero line, signaling strengthening downward momentum. From a market cycle perspective, the transition from the accumulation phase at the beginning of 2025 to distribution appears complete. Unless this structure breaks, long-term targets point to supports at $1.12 and below. However, oversold RSI (20.98) could bring potential mean reversion – seek confluence before questioning trend persistence.
Accumulation/Distribution Analysis
According to Wyckoff methodology, CAKE exhibits distribution patterns on weekly bars: low-volume consolidation after high-volume selling climaxes implies smart money exit. In the volume profile, around $1.45 acts as POC (Point of Control) resistance, while the thin profile below $1.28 increases capitulation risk. Accumulation phase characteristics are not yet clear; as the price appears manipulated with weak rally attempts before approaching major supports. Distribution signals dominate: spring tests failed and reversals observed after upthrusts. Position traders should wait for volume increase and BTC stabilization before interpreting the hold at $1.2820 as accumulation start. Follow CAKE futures market data for futures market dynamics.
Multi-Timeframe Confluence
Daily Chart View
On the daily timeframe, CAKE is defined by 3 strong supports (1D: $1.2820, $1.2107, $1.1223) and 1 resistance ($1.4567). The price is trapped in a bearish flag pattern below EMA20; RSI divergence (price making new low while RSI higher low) suggests short-term bullish divergence. However, MACD sell signal is strong and Stochastic cannot exit oversold. Confluence score is high: 1D supports overlap with 3D. Breakdown below leads to $1.21, upside to $1.46 test. Daily closes will determine trend structure.
Weekly Chart View
From the weekly perspective, 1 support ($1.2820) and 2 resistances (around $1.75 and $2.10) dominate. Price near 2025 weekly low; Supertrend bearish and below Ichimoku cloud. 7 strong level confluences (1D/3D/1W: 5S/3R balance slightly bearish) confirm market phase as downtrend. Upside objective $1.94 low score (15/100), downside risk $0.65 more likely (22/100). Weekly candle close will be the pivot affecting monthly trend. Visit the CAKE and other analyses section for all analyses.
Critical Decision Points
Main support $1.2820 (score 79/100), holding could trigger short-covering; on breakdown, watch $1.2107 and $1.1223. Resistance $1.4567 (62/100), if broken opens to $1.75 EMA20. Inflection point: $1.30 pivot – above bullish bias, below accelerated downtrend. R/R calculation: Upside $1.94 (1.49x), downside $0.65 (2.5x risk), attractive for strategic shorts. These levels strengthened by multi-TF confluence; confirm breakouts with volume.
Weekly Strategy Recommendation
In Bullish Case
If hold above $1.2820 and $1.4567 breakout confirmed, for long positions first target $1.75 (EMA20), follow-up $1.94. Stop-loss below $1.27; target 1:2 R/R. Oversold bounce with DeFi rally scenario strengthens with BTC stabilization. Take partial profit at $1.50, use trail stop.
In Bearish Case
Activate shorts below $1.2820 breakdown; first target $1.2107, secondary $1.1223 and extreme $0.65. Stop above $1.32. Bearish momentum confluence high, keep position sizing limited to 2% risk. Wait for accumulation after capitulation.
Bitcoin Correlation
CAKE shows high correlation with BTC (0.85+); BTC’s 13% drop to $63,557 level triggered altcoin selling. BTC Supertrend bearish and main supports $62,345 / $59,167 critical – if BTC breaks these, CAKE accelerates to $1.12. Conversely, if BTC breaks $66,254 resistance, CAKE sees short-covering. BTC dominance increase caution signal for alts; synchronize CAKE trades with BTC key levels.
Conclusion: Key Points for Next Week
Next week focus on $1.2820 support test and $1.4567 resistance attempt; BTC breakdown below $62k increases overall bearishness. Monitor volume increase and RSI divergences – short bias preserved unless trend structure breaks. Position traders stay R/R focused and follow macro developments (Fed, DeFi news). Strategic discipline turns volatility into opportunity.
This analysis uses Chief Analyst Devrim Cacal’s market views and methodology.
Source: https://en.coinotag.com/analysis/cake-technical-analysis-february-5-2026-weekly-strategy