XRP News Today: XRP ETFs Surge as Price Dips-Will History Repeat?

The XRP market is undergoing a transformative phase as institutional adoption accelerates, driven by the launch of multiple spot ETFs and significant on-chain activity. Canary Capital's XRPC ETF, the first U.S. spot XRP ETF, debuted on November 13, 2025, with $58 million in first-day trading volume and $245 million in inflows, marking the largest ETF launch of the year. This momentum is part of a broader wave: nine XRP ETFs are set to launch within 10 days, led by Franklin Templeton's EZRP on November 18 and Bitwise's entry on the 20th.

The ETF rollouts are reshaping XRP's liquidity profile. Exchange-held XRP supplies have plummeted, with $336 million worth of tokens withdrawn in 24 hours ahead of new ETFs, signaling major accumulation by large players. Whale activity has further intensified market speculation. On November 14, three massive transfers totaling $645 million were recorded, described as a "whale tsunami" by XRP enthusiasts. Analysts suggest these movements reflect positioning ahead of ETF-driven demand, with whales consolidating holdings or reorganizing portfolios.

Despite robust inflows into ETFs, XRP's price has faced downward pressure. Following the XRPC launch, the token fell below $2.30, mirroring Bitcoin's 20% post-ETF slump. Market observers, however, highlight parallels: Bitcoin's 21% post-ETF dip was followed by a 227% rally. If XRP follows suit, a 230% rebound from current levels could push the price toward $6.60.

The ETF frenzy contrasts sharply with outflows from Bitcoin and Ethereum funds, which lost $4.2 billion collectively in three weeks. Meanwhile, XRP and Solana ETFs have attracted over $500 million in combined inflows, underscoring shifting investor priorities toward altcoins with clear use cases. Institutional interest is further bolstered by custody solutions from Gemini and BitGo, ensuring regulatory compliance for XRPC and other funds.

Looking ahead, three key metrics will gauge the ETFs' impact: sustained inflows, stable ETF premiums/discounts, and on-chain liquidity shifts. With Franklin Templeton, Grayscale, and WisdomTree set to launch their XRP ETFs in late November, the asset's institutional footprint is poised to expand significantly. However, technical indicators suggest caution: XRP's price remains below critical moving averages, and the RSI hovers near neutral territory, indicating potential for further declines.

As the XRP ecosystem navigates this inflection point, the interplay between ETF demand, whale activity, and macroeconomic factors will shape its trajectory. For now, the market is watching closely-both for signs of stabilization and the next surge.