- XRP holds above $2 amid a falling wedge pattern, with a potential breakout toward $3 if bullish momentum resumes.
- Ripple’s Q1 2025 report highlights institutional growth, including XRP ETF filings and a $1.25B acquisition of Hidden Road.
XRP’s price remains resilient at $2.10 despite recent market volatility, fueled by positive developments in Ripple’s Q1 2025 report. With growing institutional interest and regulatory clarity, analysts speculate whether XRP could surge toward $3 in the coming months.
XRP Analysis
XRP’s price has dipped 10% over the past week, sliding from $2.33 to $2.09, down 4% in the last 24 hours. However, the four-hour chart reveals a falling wedge pattern, which is a bullish signal that often precedes a breakout. If XRP breaks above the wedge’s upper trendline at $2.14, it could rally 10% to $2.36, with further upside targets at $2.50 and even $3. Key technical indicators show mixed signals.
The 50 and 200 EMA lines hint at a potential death cross, signalling short-term bearish pressure. Meanwhile, the RSI nears oversold territory, suggesting a possible reversal if buying momentum returns.
Ripple’s latest report highlights major wins, including XRP ETF filings by Franklin Templeton and Volatility Shares. Additionally, the world’s first XRP ETF began trading last Friday on B3, the Brazilian stock exchange. The fund was launched by crypto asset manager Hashdex and is managed by Genial Investimentos.
It will trade under the ticker XRPH11 and will track the Nasdaq XRP Reference Price Index. XRP’s investment products saw $214M in year-to-date inflows, with $37.7 million in weekly outflows, nearly surpassing Ethereum funds. Regulatory progress, such as a pro-crypto U.S. executive order, Paul Atkins becoming the SEC chairman, and bipartisan stablecoin support, further bolsters optimism.
Furthermore, Ripple’s acquisition of Hidden Road for $1.25 billion is a significant move. This acquisition positions Ripple to strengthen its presence in both the digital and traditional markets. It allows Ripple to market its RLUSD stablecoin as a reliable, USD-backed asset with real-world applications, potentially enabling cross-margining between digital and traditional assets.
Ripple’s stablecoin, RLUSD, has also seen positive developments. Gemini, a major crypto exchange, has listed RLUSD, allowing users to trade, deposit, and withdraw the stablecoin. “$RLUSD is now available for trading on Gemini. Deposits & withdrawals are enabled,” as posted by their official X account. RLUSD has also been integrated into Ripple Payments and Hidden Road’s institutional services. Before Gemini, RLUSD was available on several platforms, including Uphold and Bitstamp, increasing its accessibility. RLUSD is currently trading at $0.9997.
XRP shows promise with potential price targets, supported by Ripple’s strategic moves and positive Q1 developments. The combination of institutional interest, acquisitions like Hidden Road, and the growth of RLUSD suggests a strong foundation for future growth.
While short-term volatility persists, XRP’s technical setup and Ripple’s institutional growth suggest bullish potential. A breakout above $2.50 could pave the way for a rally toward $3, especially if ETF approvals and stablecoin adoption accelerate.
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