XRP has overtaken BNB to reclaim fourth place by market capitalization after a 4.2% daily gain that lifted the token to $2.15.
At a Glance
- XRP added 4.2% in 24 hours, reaching $2.15
- The move pushes XRP back above BNB in market-cap rankings
- Spot ETFs absorbed $28 million in fresh inflows over two days
- Bitcoin’s rally to a multi-month high of $96,600 helped lift sentiment
The gain follows last week’s volatile swing that saw XRP rocket 30% from under $1.90 to above $2.40 before a sharp rejection dragged it back below $2.05. Monday’s steadier climb appears more sustainable, allowing the token to flip BNB after the rival coin briefly seized fourth spot on Tuesday.
Market backdrop fuels relief rally
Bitcoin set the tone early Wednesday by touching $96,600, its highest level in months. The move came after former President Trump’s latest speech, in which he criticized Fed Chair Powell and took aim at Iran, Venezuela, and tariff opponents. Equity futures and crypto majors followed the bellwether higher.
Macro data added fuel. December’s CPI print came in slightly cooler than forecast, giving Trump room to press Powell for additional rate reductions when the FOMC meets in two weeks. Lower-rate bets typically boost risk assets, and altcoins outperformed as leverage returned to the market.
ETF inflows resume
Spot XRP ETFs reversed last week’s one-off outflow streak:
- Monday: $15.04 million in net inflows
- Tuesday: $12.98 million in net inflows
- Two-day total: $28.02 million
The fresh demand provides an underlying bid for the token, as ETF issuers must purchase XRP to back new shares. Flows had turned negative for a single session last week when profit-taking dominated after the prior month’s rapid advance.
Technical outlook
CRYPTOWZRD told followers that XRP “closed bullish as expected,” but warned the XRP/BTC pair still needs Bitcoin dominance to decline before it can mount a meaningful rally of its own. The analyst considers the current long position “secured” and plans to hunt for additional setups on the next session.
Price action in context
| Period | Low | High | Net Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31 close | – | $1.90 | – |
| Last week spike | $1.90 | $2.40 | +30% |
| Monday trough | $2.05 | – | -14% |
| Current | – | $2.15 | +4.2% |
The table shows the round-trip volatility that has characterized XRP since the start of the year. While the token has not yet reclaimed last week’s $2.40 peak, the steadier bid has restored its market-cap ranking above BNB.
Key takeaways
- XRP’s latest move is modest compared with last week’s 30% surge, but the steadier grind higher has allowed it to flip BNB once again.
- ETF buyers provided tangible support, pouring $28 million into spot funds over two days.
- Broader risk-on conditions, anchored by Bitcoin’s push toward $96,600, create a tailwind for altcoins.
- Technical traders remain cautious on the XRP/BTC ratio until Bitcoin dominance begins to fade.
