Ripple’s XRP has entered 2026 with renewed momentum, rebounding from key support levels after an extended downtrend. Although the token still trades below major moving averages, the latest push higher is drawing increased attention from traders watching for signs of a potential trend reversal.
XRPUSDT: Testing Channel Resistance
On the daily chart, XRPUSDT is trading around $2.00 after recovering from the $1.80 support area. The price remains within a descending channel, but the current daily candle is testing the channel’s upper boundary.
The 100-day and 200-day moving averages sit above the price, forming a zone of dynamic resistance near $2.30. A clear breakout from the descending channel, followed by a move above this resistance cluster, could open the way toward $2.50 and potentially higher levels.
The relative strength index (RSI) has climbed above 60, signaling improving bullish momentum. However, with the RSI approaching overbought territory, traders may see a period of consolidation or a short-term pullback before any sustained advance.
XRPBTC: Eyeing Higher Resistance Zones
Against Bitcoin, XRP has also strengthened. On the XRPBTC chart, the pair has moved into the 2,230 satoshi region after bouncing from just above the key mid-range support near 2,000 sats. The next notable area of interest is the supply zone around 2,500 sats.
Earlier in December, the 100-day moving average crossed below the 200-day moving average on this pair, a technical development that typically reflects a bearish longer-term outlook. The 100-day MA now acts as immediate resistance. Despite this, RSI on the BTC pair is accelerating upward as price action pushes higher, suggesting that if current momentum continues, XRP could soon retest upper resistance bands.
Outlook and Risk Considerations
For now, XRP’s outlook hinges on whether it can break and hold above key resistance levels on both the USDT and BTC pairs. Traders are watching the behavior around the $2.30 area and the 2,500 sat zone for clues about the strength and durability of the current move.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Market conditions in cryptocurrencies can change rapidly, and readers should conduct their own research and consider their risk tolerance before making trading or investment decisions.