Monero (XMR) is adding 0.9% to $273.00 this week, slightly underperforming Bitcoin (BTC), which gained 1.9% to $112,934. In August, Monero slipped below the $275.00 support and retraced towards $225.00 before recovering. At present, prices are repeatedly testing the $275.00 resistance but have yet to break through. Importantly, each pullback is forming higher lows, signalling underlying strength and mounting upward pressure.

A similar pattern is visible in BTC, which also appears to be coiling for a rally. If XMR succeeds in breaking above the $275.00 resistance, the next target lies around $325.00. Elevated demand for the token further strengthens the case for a sustained upside move.