Chainlink Jumps 82 % This Quarter Amid Market Optimism

Chainlink records its best performance since 2021 and approaches a decisive technical threshold. Driven by a rebound of more than 80 % over the quarter, the crypto attracts analysts’ attention as a long-term bullish configuration, rarely observed, is about to be validated. In a market seeking clear direction, LINK could start a new cycle, with projections suggesting a return to 100 dollars.

A rare technical signal

Chainlink (LINK) shows a +82.5 % increase in this third quarter, an unprecedented performance level since the first quarter of 2021, as the crypto establishes itself as the undisputed leader in tokenization of real-world assets (RWA) . This spectacular rise is directly linked to the emergence of a major chart pattern.

The token now approaches a critical threshold set at $25.30, considered the neckline of this pattern. If this level is breached on a monthly close, LINK would mark its best close since October 2021, thus confirming a bullish setup rarely seen over such a long period.

Analysts believe that validating this signal could trigger an acceleration of the movement. Here are the key technical elements currently identified :

• The “cup and handle” over 45 months, nearly 1,370 days, in its final confirmation phase ;

• A major resistance at $25.30 : a monthly close above would be interpreted as a bullish breakout signal ;

• The resumption of long-term moving averages, with the price above the monthly MA25 and MA50 ;

• The short-term target at $47.15, according to trader Javon Marks , a potential rise of 90% ;

• The medium-term target at $88.26, equivalent to a 255 % gain ;

• The maximum theoretical target: $125, if fully validated, a 415 % gain from current levels.

At this stage, the market is waiting for confirmation of this breakout. If it occurs, it could give LINK a leading role in the altcoin market, reigniting long-term bullish scenarios.

Institutional adoption and crypto scarcity

Alongside price dynamics, on-chain data and Chainlink’s strategic partnerships help consolidate a deeper bullish scenario.

According to data from CryptoQuant , LINK reserves on exchange platforms fell to 158 million tokens as of September 15, their lowest level since June 2022. A decrease in market availability is generally interpreted as a weakening of selling pressure.

Additionally, 6 % of LINK’s circulating supply is currently staked, further reducing the token’s liquidity.

Chainlink continues to strengthen its position in tokenized finance. Indeed, Chainlink partnered with UBS and DigiFT in Hong Kong as part of a pilot fund tokenization project. This partnership relies on Chainlink’s “Digital Transfer Agent” contracts to automate subscription, redemption, and settlement of tokenized financial products.

According to Token Metrics data, Chainlink secures more than 83% of the total value locked (TVL) on Ethereum and about 68 % of the overall oracle market, protecting more than 93 billion dollars of on-chain value.

In addition to securing 25 trillion dollars worth of transactions since its launch, the network now supports more than 2,000 active data feeds and operates its CCIP protocol on more than 60 blockchains. The volume of data transmitted via Chainlink surged +777 % in the first quarter of 2025, reflecting an acceleration of its adoption in the Web3 ecosystem as well as traditional finance initiatives.