XRP price hits $3 for the first time in 6 years due to big investors

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

2 years ago

XRP's price reached $3 for the first time in six years, driven by significant purchases by big investors and talks of potential ETF approval.

Role of big investors in XRP’s rise

One of the key factors behind XRP's price increase was the activity of large investors, known as 'whales'. They purchased significant volumes, ranging from 1 to 10 million XRP tokens, which has helped strengthen the cryptocurrency's market position.

Impact of potential ETF approval

Another driver for XRP's price increase is the discussion around potentially approving exchange-traded funds (ETFs) for XRP in the U.S. According to a recent JPMorgan report, such ETFs could attract $4 to $8 billion in new investments if approved. This has already created optimism among investors and positively affected the cryptocurrency’s value.

Technical analysis and forecasts

Chart analysis indicates that XRP has broken out of a 'bull flag' on the daily chart, suggesting further potential growth with a possible target of $4.16 by February 2025. On the weekly chart, XRP has formed a 'bull pennant', indicating continued growth. However, with the relative strength index at 77.5 signaling overbought conditions, a short-term price correction may occur.

Despite significant growth and positive forecasts, investors should maintain caution due to possible market overbought conditions. Nevertheless, the prospect of ETF approval and current technical indicators suggest a continued upward trend for XRP.

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