XRP fell sharply in late January 2026 amid a broader crypto sell-off, with CoinGecko statistics showing declines of about 8% in 24 hours, 9% over the week, 16.2% on 14-day charts, and 44.5% since late January 2025. Market weakness hit major tokens too, with Bitcoin sliding to roughly $82,000 and applying downward pressure across exchanges.
XRP last traded under $1 in November 2024 after the SEC case settlement boosted sentiment and drove prices higher. (Ed. note: the token reached an all-time high near $3.65 in July 2025 before the October 2025 downturn.)
The token is now more than 50% below that peak and faces key technical levels near current prices. Traders say a move below $1.70 could increase selling pressure and may push the price under $1 again.
CoinCodex analysts forecast a sideways phase in coming weeks and do not expect an immediate return below $1. They predict XRP could reclaim $2 around April 19, 2026.
Volatility and macroeconomic risks remain significant and could alter near-term outcomes. Investors should watch market-wide trends and support levels closely.
