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What Caused Ripple’s (XRP) Price Surge in 2024?

6 August 2024
in Altcoins, Markets
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  • Ripple’s (XRP) Market Performance in 2024
  • Factors Influencing XRP’s Market Value
      • Analysts Predictions and Future Outlook

Ripple’s (XRP) Market Performance in 2024

XRP’s market performance in 2024 has been characterized by significant volatility, reflecting both internal developments and external market forces. XRP rode a wave of optimism at the start of the year, sporting a 3.59% rise from $0.615656 to $0.637770 within the first three days.

The surge was short-lived, with a curveball hit sending the market into a spiral which saw $XRP  tumble by 19.93% to land at $0.510681 by mid-January.

Image showing XRP Price Movement in January 2024 on DeFi Planet
XRP Price Movement in January 2024. Source: Coinmarketcap

Despite this setback, XRP demonstrated remarkable resilience, staging an impressive comeback as Q1 progressed. By the end of Q1, XRP had rocketed from its January low to reach $0.629763, a spectacular 23.3% surge. This recovery was largely attributed to positive developments within the Ripple ecosystem and a general uptick in cryptocurrency market sentiment.

Image showing XRP Price Movement in March 2024 on DeFi Planet
XRP Price Movement in March 2024. Source: Coinmarketcap

Q2 2024 brought its own set of challenges for XRP. April, in particular, was quite tumultuous. By mid-April, XRP had plummeted 23.2% to $0.483486, erasing much of the gains from the previous quarter. However, true to its volatile nature, the token managed to claw back some of its losses, gaining 6.6% to close the month at $0.515434. This price instability continued into early Q2, with another dip of 7.75% bringing XRP down to $0.475472.

Image showing XRP Price Movement in June 2024 on DeFi Planet
XRP Price Movement in June 2024. Source: Coinmarketcap

July was pivotal for XRP. Within the first 15 days of the month, XRP shot up by 13.4% to reach $0.539384. The rally didn’t stop there, as the token climbed another 15.65% over the next 10 days, hitting $0.623824. As of July 29, XRP was trading slightly above $0.60.

Image showing XRP Price Movement in July 2024 on DeFi Planet
XRP Price Movement in July 2024. Source: Coinmarketcap

Factors Influencing XRP’s Market Value

Several factors have played crucial roles in influencing XRP’s market value so far. The broader cryptocurrency market experienced a sluggish start to the year, with many digital assets underperforming due to macroeconomic conditions and investor caution. This market-wide downturn also affected XRP, causing its price to fall as part of a larger trend of volatility within the sector even though it started the year on the high building on a bullish momentum from 2023 Q4.

The ongoing legal battle between Ripple and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) continues to be a major factor affecting XRP’s price. The unresolved nature of this legal battle has weighed heavily on investor sentiment and contributed significantly to XRP’s price volatility. Notably, the case is awaiting the final judgement as both parties have filed the final set of their replies. The SEC sought a $2 billion fine which Ripple has deemed unreasonable and instead argued for a $10 million penalty.

 

READ MORE: U.S. SEC Files Final Reply in Ongoing Ripple Lawsuit

Despite these challenges, Ripple has made significant strides in expanding its partnerships and introducing new features and use cases which has been instrumental in increasing activity on the XRP Ledger. 

 

READ MORE: Ripple Partners with SBI Group and HashKey DX to Introduce Blockchain-Based Financial Solutions to Japanese Businesses

A significant boost to XRP’s price came with the launch of the XLS-30 update in March. This upgrade introduced a new feature to the XRP Ledger: an automated market maker (AMM). The addition of AMM functionality improved trading and liquidity on the platform, attracting more developers and users. This increased network activity made investors more confident, which boosted the token’s price.

On July 16, the XRP Ledger saw a record 4 million transactions in a single day, its highest in six months. The average number of transactions per ledger soared to 204, representing a 250% increase from earlier in the month. This dramatic rise in activity suggests growing interest and adoption, which could drive up demand for XRP in the long term.

Analysts Predictions and Future Outlook

Looking ahead, analysts and community members are cautiously optimistic about XRP’s future. As of late July 2024, there were rumours of a potential settlement announcement in the SEC case, possibly linked to a private SEC meeting scheduled for the end of the same month. This speculation has contributed to the recent price increase, with some analysts predicting that XRP could reach $0.7 or even $0.75 by the end of Q3 2024.

Comments from Ripple’s CEO, Brad Garlinghouse, in an interview with Bloomberg in early July 2024, have added to the speculation that the lengthy legal battle with the SEC might soon be resolved. This optimism has not only driven up the price of XRP but also increased activity on the network.

In the long term, crypto Crypto Bitlord’s prediction that Ripple (XRP) could outpace Ethereum by 2024 has generated a lot of buzz and debate. According to the analyst, the token presents a compelling investment prospect due to anticipated major developments, a proven track record of success, and encouraging technical indicators. In fact, Bitlord advocates for purchasing and holding Ripple (XRP) as a strategy to potentially achieve future returns.

Another analyst, Common Sense Crypto, has forecasted that XRP could rise by an astonishing 16,500%, surpassing the $100 mark in 2024.

While XRP has demonstrated its ability to recover from setbacks and capitalize on positive developments, its journey through the remainder of 2024 and beyond will likely continue to be marked by volatility. As always, investors and enthusiasts should remain informed and cautious in their approach to this dynamic digital asset.

 

Disclaimer: This article is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be considered trading or investment advice. Nothing herein should be construed as financial, legal, or tax advice. Trading or investing in cryptocurrencies carries a considerable risk of financial loss. Always conduct due diligence. 

 

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