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The XRP market has entered a quiet yet tense phase. The price is holding just above the key $2.12 level while trading volume and volatility decrease. Many analysts see this as a possible beginning of a new accumulation phase – the calm before the storm.

Whales Retreat, Retail Investors Hold Steady
Recent data shows a noticeable slowdown in activity from major XRP holders. Since mid-December, exchange inflows from "whales" have declined, easing selling pressure. At the same time, retail investors have mostly maintained their positions – a combination that may signal market stabilization after the previous sell-off.
Intraday charts show XRP traded between $2.06 and $2.19 over the past 24 hours on the XRP/USD pair (Bitstamp). As of 7:35 PM on January 8, the price was right at the $2.12 level – a key area of support.

Technical Indicators Signal Balance with Underlying Tension
• RSI (14-day Relative Strength Index) remains neutral around 44–45

• MACD (Moving Average Convergence Divergence) is still in negative territory (-0.038), but the flattening histogram suggests bearish momentum is fading

• XRP is trading below its 50-day MA, but above the 200-day MA – a classic consolidation signal
This setup is often interpreted as a market pause, with traders awaiting a clearer catalyst for a directional move.

Whale Data: Drop in Inflows Signals End of Distribution
A recent Cryptoquant analysis noted that large holders accounted for about 60.3% of XRP inflows to Binance over the past 30 days, but their activity has declined. While whale dominance remains notable, the downward trend suggests the end of a distribution phase.

XRP has pulled back from highs near $3.20 to current levels just above $2. Analysts note this pattern mirrors past market cycles, where whale activity peaked near local tops and faded during corrections.
Importantly, retail inflows have remained steady – indicating that the selling pressure hasn’t spread across the broader market.

The Calm Before the Breakout?
Cryptoquant’s report concludes:

“This balance between whales and retail investors may signal a transition into a new accumulation phase.”

While some indicators remain in the red, the decline in whale activity significantly reduces the risk of another sharp sell-off. The market may now be preparing for a decisive move – the only question is which direction it will take.

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