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XRP (XRP)
$3.02
-$0.04
(-1.31%)
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What is happening now?
Recent price movements
Today (August 15, 2025): XRP experienced a sharp decline of up to 7%, amidst a major liquidation wave in the market exceeding a billion dollars, pushing the price of XRP from about $3.34 to $3.10. However, it seemed that large buyers (whales) began to intervene later, contributing to some stabilization at an important support level.
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Yesterday (August 14): XRP dropped by approximately 5.1%, coinciding with a decline in other cryptocurrency markets, due to US wholesale inflation data that came in higher than expected, which boosted the dollar and weakened risk appetite.
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Key influencing factors
High inflation: Led to lower expectations for interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve, weakening trader sentiment towards riskier assets, such as cryptocurrencies.
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Liquidation crash: Caused increased selling pressure, especially on XRP, which took its share of losses in the wider market.
Technical analysis: XRP is still less than 15% away from its all-time high of $3.66 in July, and some analysts believe it is in the 'fifth wave' upward, which could pave the way for new peaks.
Legal victory and institutional demand: Stabilization of XRP's position in terms of regulation; it is no longer classified as a 'security', prompting many institutions to bolster their positions and purchase large amounts of the coin, even as
Optimistic analyses: Some, like Peter Brandt, forecast a potential rise of 60% to around $4.47. There are also bolder estimates of 333% in 40 days according to Tony 'The Bull' Severino's analysis.
From a broader investment perspective
Some consider XRP one of the top currencies in the market, supported by strong performance in recent months, especially after its successful conclusion of a long legal battle with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Quick summary of reasons and potential future
Factor Details
Recent decline More than 5-7% over the past two days, due to market liquidation and high inflation.
Potential bullish factors Legal and regulatory support, institutional purchases, and technical analysis indicating a recent upward wave.
Diverse analyses From conservative forecasts (60%) to extreme optimism (333% over 40 days).
