- The cryptocurrency market is experiencing a rebound, with Bitcoin surpassing $87,000.
- XRP increased by 5.6% on daily charts but remains in decline over longer periods.
- XRP ETF inflows reached about $30 million on December 18, 2025.
- The rally follows Bank of Japan‘s interest rate hike to levels not seen since 1995.
- Uncertainty remains about whether XRP can sustain gains and reach $2 amid fragile market conditions.
The cryptocurrency market is showing signs of recovery as Bitcoin (BTC) reclaimed the $87,000 price level after dipping below $85,000 recently. XRP, the token linked to Ripple, is also participating in the rebound. According to CoinGecko data, XRP rose by 5.6% on the daily scale but continues to trade lower in weekly and monthly charts. The token has dropped 4.8% over the past week, 6.4% in the last 14 days and month, and 16.6% since December 2024.
The recent traction in XRP prices comes after the Bank of Japan increased interest rates to their highest since 1995. Such rate hikes typically cause investors to pull back from riskier assets like cryptocurrencies, making this rally unexpected. One factor supporting XRP is the surge in ETF inflows; on December 18, 2025, XRP-related ETFs attracted approximately $30 million in investments. ETF inflows have notably influenced the 2025 market cycle, contributing to new peak prices for Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Another factor could be investors buying XRP at lower prices. The token dropped to $1.77 on December 17, 2025, marking its lowest point since April. This decline may have attracted long-term buyers seeking cheaper entry levels.
Despite the current rally, it is uncertain if XRP will break the $2 threshold. The market remains unstable, and volatility could lead to further fluctuations. With overall sentiment still negative, some view the current price increase as a short-lived rebound rather than a steady recovery.
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