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XRP sinking? Why Altcoin Price Keeps Dropping
The once-booming cryptocurrency Ripple (XRP) is in a precarious position. The last month has been marked by a significant decline in the value of XRP, leaving investors and analysts in a state of flux.
While some fear a continued decline, others see the potential for a recovery, with technical indicators suggesting a possible trend reversal. However, the road ahead for XRP remains shrouded in uncertainty, with the ongoing legal battle with the SEC and broader market sentiment playing a crucial role.
A recession and dampened enthusiasm
The last few weeks have been difficult for XRP holders. The cryptocurrency, once notable for being the only one with apparent regulatory approval in the United States, has lost more than 5% in the past week alone.
The price dropped as low as $0.49 before recovering slightly to its current position around $0.50. This downward trend has coincided with a notable dampening of enthusiasm within the crypto community. Discussions around XRP have died down and the usual “bullish” fervor seems to have calmed down.
Technical signals and expert opinions
Despite the bleak outlook, there are some glimmers of hope for XRP. Analysts point to technical indicators on TradingView that suggest a potential bullish trend is underway.
The chart shows a series of “higher lows and higher highs,” a pattern typically associated with bullish momentum. Furthermore, the $0.50 mark appears to act as a support level. Every time the price drops close to this point, it rebounds slightly, indicating that some investors see it as an attractive entry point.
This bullish sentiment is echoed by some experts. Dark Defender, a leading crypto analyst, remains optimistic about XRP’s prospects for 2024, predicting a surge to $1.80 before the end of the year. A recent survey conducted by Egrag Crypto among nearly 4,000 members of the crypto community also revealed mixed feelings.
While a significant majority (61%) expressed optimism about XRP’s ability to participate in an impending bull run, a sizeable minority (40%) remained concerned.
Total crypto market cap currently at $2.2 trillion. Chart: TradingView
Clouds over XRP: the looming legal battle
XRP’s path forward is far from certain. THE ongoing legal battle between Ripple Labs and the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) continues to cast a long shadow. The lawsuit, which centers on whether XRP is a security, has created uncertainty in the market, hampering investor confidence.
This regulatory ambiguity makes it difficult for institutional investors to enter the XRP market, further reducing its potential for significant growth.
XRP price down in the weekly timeframe. Source: Coingecko
Market sentiment and ripple effect
The broader bearish sentiment currently gripping the cryptocurrency market also adds pressure The price of XRP. Bitcoin, the symbol of the cryptocurrency market, has seen a significant correction in recent months, dragging many altcoins with it, including XRP. This creates a domino effect, where negative sentiment in one cryptocurrency spreads to others, further exacerbating the decline.
Featured image from Getty Images, chart from TradingView