• XRP slips to $3.14 as selling pressure builds after touching a local high of $3.64.
• Key support lies at $3.15, and analysts warn that a break could push XRP down to $3.00.
• MACD cycle analysis suggests a major token bottom may form between January 2026 and February 2027.

Ripple’s native token, XRP, is experiencing increased selling momentum after reaching a recent high of $3.64, raising concern among market experts and investors.

The surprise momentum reversal comes amid a broader wave of skepticism in the cryptocurrency market, particularly following a sharp correction in Bitcoin (BTC), a trend that has dragged key altcoins into a slump.

At the time of writing, XRP is trading at $3.14, with the 24-hour trade volume standing at $5.97 billion. The market value is now pegged at $184.44 billion after a slight dip, as investors adjust to the ongoing volatility.

XRP Risks Drop to $3 If $3.15 Support Fails to Hold

Notable cryptocurrency analyst Ali Martinez issued a note of caution for XRP’s near-term outlook. He emphasized the critical importance of the $3.15 support level, noting that a close below it could trigger a drop toward the $3.00 zone.

The analyst highlighted that range would be a good buy-the-dip opportunity for long-suffering investors. This view reflects the growing belief that the token is in a critical phase, fluctuating between a near-term correction and a potential consolidation range.

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XRP MACD Points to Bottom in 18–24 Months

Over the longer term, the coin holders are considering broader cycle wave patterns to forecast potential future bottoms. Respected analyst EGRAG CRYPTO highlighted the MACD (Moving Average Convergence Divergence) indicator to identify historical cycle lows.

According to EGRAG’s analysis, the MACD data from XRP’s chart suggests two key windows for potential cycle bottoms: the first at 821 days and the second at 426 days.

If these patterns hold, the extrapolated timeframes suggest that a major cycle low may emerge between January 2026 and February 2027.

“The million-dollar question now is,” EGRAG said, “which of these periods looks more likely from a cycle perspective?”

These findings also suggest that XRP’s macro structure aligns with a larger cycle, with accumulation zones likely to unfold over the next 18 to 24 months.

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