# Is Solana (SOL) Price Ready to Soar?

Solana's recent performance and future expectations in the crypto market.

- **Source:** [CryptoPotato](https://brifing.si/source/bd22636b-ec8d-42a8-8cca-1937c50e0f6c)
- **Published:** 2026-08-31
- **Topic:** [Finance](https://brifing.si/c/finance)
- **Original article:** <https://cryptopotato.com/2-major-achievements-for-solana-sol-is-the-price-ready-to-fly/>
- **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/205397f4-2713-4dcb-9ee6-6e8519e06f7f

## Solana's Weekly Performance

Solana's native token SOL is among the best-performing cryptocurrencies on a weekly basis. According to CoinGecko data, SOL is currently trading at around $103, representing a 9% increase over the past week. X user Ash Crypto noted that SOL closed last week at approximately $102.80, marking its highest close in the last seven months.

## Growing Institutional Interest

SoSoValue data shows spot SOL ETFs have experienced nine consecutive green days, the longest streak since May. Major institutions like Bitwise, Fidelity, Grayscale, and VanEck offer these products, with Bitwise's BSOL being the most popular. BSOL recently surpassed $1 billion in assets under management, signaling strong institutional demand.

## September's Historical Significance

September has historically been positive for SOL, with prices closing higher in five of the last six Septembers. The only exception was 2020 when SOL lost nearly 40% of its value. Analysts expect this September to follow the positive trend given current market conditions and institutional interest.

## Analysts' Price Predictions

Crypto X is buzzing with SOL price predictions following its recent performance. Carl Hawley suggests SOL could test $120 in coming weeks if momentum continues. The Black Bull makes a bolder claim, stating SOL is fundamentally a $1,000 token currently trading at $102, predicting a massive upward movement.

## Technical Analysis and Potential Scenarios

Some analysts like Crypto with Harris ₿ remain cautious. While viewing SOL's close above $98-$100 as positive, Harris predicts a potential rise to $120 followed by a correction toward $80. His comment 'The bottom is not in yet' suggests continued volatility in the near term.

## Impact of ETFs on SOL Market

ETFs are playing a key role in increasing institutional interest in SOL. Products like Bitwise's BSOL ETF provide traditional investors easier access to crypto markets. BSOL crossing $1 billion in AUM serves as tangible evidence of this growing institutional demand for Solana exposure.

## Historical Data vs Current Situation

While SOL's September history shows mostly positive performance, the 40% drop in 2020 proves patterns don't always repeat. Current institutional interest and technical indicators paint an optimistic picture, but the inherently volatile nature of crypto markets warrants caution.

## Conclusions for Investors

SOL's recent performance and growing institutional interest suggest potential upside. However, technical analysts' warnings should be heeded. While historical September data is encouraging, investors must remember crypto's volatile nature and maintain proper risk management strategies in their positions.

## Sources covering this story

- https://cryptopotato.com/2-major-achievements-for-solana-sol-is-the-price-ready-to-fly/ — 

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