- XRP market cap reached $158.5 billion, surpassing its previous record of $131.7 billion from January 2018
- Cryptocurrency ranked 61st among S&P 500 stocks by market capitalization
- Market value exceeded established companies like BlackRock and Uber
- Price rose to $2.67 amid broader cryptocurrency market gains
- Market cap doubled from $75.3 billion to $158.5 billion in seven days
XRP Market Cap Surpasses Major S&P 500 Companies
XRP, the digital asset associated with Ripple, has reached $2.67 per token, pushing its market capitalization above many established S&P 500 companies, including BlackRock and Uber, amid renewed cryptocurrency market momentum.
The digital asset’s market value positioned it at 61st place among S&P 500 stocks, outperforming 88% of index constituents. At its peak, XRP’s market capitalization touched $158.5 billion, exceeding BlackRock ($BLK: $158 billion) and Uber ($UBER: $154 billion).
Record-Breaking Performance
XRP’s market capitalization has demonstrated substantial growth:
- November 26: $75.3 billion
- December 3: $158.5 billion (peak)
- Current: $153 billion
Even after a slight decline, XRP maintains its position above several major corporations:
- Palantir ($PLTR): $151 billion
- Pfizer ($PFE): $146 billion
- Citigroup ($C): $136 billion
- Lockheed Martin ($LMT): $123 billion
Market Drivers
Several factors have contributed to XRP’s price appreciation:
- Potential SEC settlement developments
- Market speculation about Elon Musk‘s investment interest
- New strategic partnerships
- Possibilities of an XRP ETF introduction
The current market capitalization represents a significant milestone, surpassing the previous high of $131.7 billion recorded on January 7, 2018, during the last major cryptocurrency bull market cycle.
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