XRP News Today: XRP Retreats Below $3.250 as Bearish Momentum Intensifies in Volatile Crypto Market

XRP, the digital asset underpinning the Ripple network, has demonstrated signs of vulnerability amid a challenging market environment. The token recently retreated below the $3.250 threshold, consolidating below $3.220 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. This decline follows a breach of a key bullish trend line at $3.240 on the XRP/USD hourly chart, signaling intensified bearish momentum [1]. The price has since traded beneath $3.150, with further support levels identified at $3.080 and $3.00. A breakdown below $3.050 could push XRP toward $3.020 or even $3.00, where potential buying interest might emerge [1].

Technical indicators reinforce the bearish bias. The hourly MACD for XRP/USD is gaining momentum in the bearish zone, while the Relative Strength Index (RSI) remains below the 50 level, reflecting weakening upward pressure [1]. Analysts highlight the criticality of the $3.080 and $3.250 levels. A sustained rebound above $3.220 could trigger a retest of the $3.250 resistance, with further gains potentially targeting $3.330 or $3.350. However, failure to break this threshold may deepen the correction, with key support levels at $3.050 and $3.00 acting as immediate barriers [1].

The broader cryptocurrency market context adds complexity to XRP’s outlook. Bitcoin and Ethereum have also experienced downward pressure, contributing to heightened volatility across altcoins. While XRP remains above its 20-day simple moving average ($3.10), sustained selling pressure could trigger a cascade of liquidation events. A breakdown below this level might drive the price toward $3.00 or $2.80, whereas a rebound would signal defensive buying activity [1]. On-chain data from TradingView underscores the importance of a neckline breakout above $3.66 as a potential catalyst for a rally toward $4.00, though this scenario depends on sustained institutional demand and macroeconomic stability [3].

Projections for XRP vary, with some algorithmic models suggesting cautious optimism. Bitget forecasts incremental price increases from $0.126151 in July 2025 to $0.126282 by December 2025, though these projections are based on quantitative analysis and not real-time fundamentals [2]. Meanwhile, Cointelegraph analysts note that altcoins face heightened exposure to macroeconomic volatility, with institutional capital shifts posing risks of extended range-bound trading or sharp corrections [1].

Market participants remain divided in strategy. Short-term traders are closely monitoring the 20-day SMA as a proxy for sentiment shifts, while long-term holders express confidence in XRP’s utility-driven adoption. However, broader risks—such as regulatory uncertainties or a potential crypto winter—loom over the asset class. The US Dollar Index (DXY) and S&P 500 (SPX) are navigating critical inflection points, which could amplify cross-asset volatility [1].

Investors are advised to exercise caution, as XRP’s near-term trajectory hinges on its ability to retest resistance at $3.66 while holding above $3.10. A bearish reversal below the 20-day SMA would likely deepen the correction, whereas a successful rebound could reignite bullish momentum. Continuous monitoring of on-chain activity and broader market trends will be essential for informed decision-making.

Sources:

[1] Price Predictions 7/28: SPX, DXY, BTC, ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL, DOGE, ADA, HYPE (Cointelegraph, July 28, 2025)

[2] XRP 2.0 Price Prediction (Bitget, July 28, 2025)

[3] XRP Token / Tether USD on BSC (TradingView, July 28, 2025)

[https://cointelegraph.com/news/price-predictions-7-28-spx-dxy-btc-eth-xrp-bnb-sol-doge-ada-hype]

[https://www.bitget.com/price/xrp-2.0/price-prediction]

[https://www.tradingview.com/symbols/XRPUSDT_CFF8B2.USD/ideas/page-9/?asset=base]