XRP 10% Rally Strengthens Case For $0.55 Breakout

Christian Encila

1 year ago

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XRP is currently experiencing strong short-term bullish momentum and market sentiment. However, the cryptocurrency faces a formidable hurdle at the $0.55 resistance level, a barrier that has thwarted multiple attempts at a substantial recovery over the past couple of months.

The question on everyone’s mind: can XRP overcome this crucial obstacle?

In recent months, the XRP price has exhibited a sideways trend, primarily oscillating between the horizontal levels of $0.55 and $0.458. While the daily chart reveals significant price fluctuations, traders have struggled to make any substantial progress in either direction, reflecting a market plagued by indecisiveness.

Source: Coingecko

As of the most recent data, XRP’s price on CoinGecko stands at $0.5396, reflecting a 3.1% rally in the past 24 hours and nearly 10% surge over the last seven days. These gains have stoked anticipation among investors, but the $0.55 resistance continues to cast a shadow.

XRP Bullish Indicators

XRP traders have established a trading range spanning from $0.47 to $0.54, with the $0.51 midpoint proving to be a pivotal level. This price point has functioned as both support and resistance on multiple occasions, enhancing the range’s credibility. Investors keenly watch for any movements within this range as a potential signal for XRP’s next course of action.

XRP seven-day price action. Source: Coingecko

A glimmer of hope for XRP supporters comes from several bullish indicators. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) has climbed above the neutral 50 threshold, indicating that bullish momentum is gathering strength. The Directional Movement Index (DMI) echoes this sentiment, signaling a significant uptrend in progress as the Average Directional Index (ADX) surges past the 20 mark.

In the futures market, XRP’s spot Cumulative Volume Delta (CVD) saw a downtrend from Oct. 20-22, even as prices shot higher. While this may have been worrisome for the bulls, the CVD has exhibited a rebound in recent hours. Simultaneously, the Open Interest and the price have trended higher, underscoring a robust bullish sentiment in the near term.

XRP market cap currently at $28.769 billion. Chart: TradingView.com

A Glimpse Into The Future

The critical question that XRP investors must grapple with is whether the cryptocurrency can successfully breach the $0.55 resistance. A breakthrough at this level would serve as a solid foundation for extending the current rally. Nonetheless, caution is advised as traders should seek a daily candle close above this level before committing funds.

In the event of a successful breakout, XRP could potentially target the $0.60 level, offering the possibility of a 16% gain. As XRP navigates the precarious waters of resistance and support, market participants remain on edge, eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this cryptocurrency’s journey.

(This site’s content should not be construed as investment advice. Investing involves risk. When you invest, your capital is subject to risk).

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Christian Encila

They say journalists never truly clock out. But for Christian, that's not just a metaphor, it's a lifestyle. By day, he navigates the ever-shifting tides of the cryptocurrency market, wielding words like a seasoned editor and crafting articles that decipher the jargon for the masses. When the PC goes on hibernate mode, however, his pursuits take a more mechanical (and sometimes philosophical) turn.

Christian's journey with the written word began long before the age of Bitcoin. In the hallowed halls of academia, he honed his craft as a feature writer for his college paper. This early love for storytelling paved the way for a successful stint as an editor at a data engineering firm, where his first-month essay win funded a months-long supply of doggie and kitty treats – a testament to his dedication to his furry companions (more on that later).

Christian then roamed the world of journalism, working at newspapers in Canada and even South Korea. He finally settled down at a local news giant in his hometown in the Philippines for a decade, becoming a total news junkie. But then, something new caught his eye: cryptocurrency. It was like a treasure hunt mixed with storytelling - right up his alley!

So, he landed a killer gig at NewsBTC, where he's one of the go-to guys for all things crypto. He breaks down this confusing stuff into bite-sized pieces, making it easy for anyone to understand (he salutes his management team for teaching him this skill).

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