Why is the $XRP price dropping when institutions are buying millions?
Spot XRP ETFs just hit $30.41 million in net inflows on December 18, 2025, extending their perfect inflow streak to 30 consecutive trading days! Yet, the price of XRP (XRP-USD) is struggling, trading in the $1.87-$1.92 range and falling below the key $2.00 support level.
The Institutional vs. Retail Battle:
The divergence highlights a fascinating market dynamic. Institutional investors, eager for regulated exposure, are pouring capital into products like the Grayscale XRP ETF (GXRP) and the 21Shares XRP ETF (TOXR). Meanwhile, the broader market is influenced by macro pressures and capital rotation out of altcoins, leading to profit-taking by early large holders who are using this fresh ETF liquidity as an exit.
It's a classic case of accumulation absorbing supply, keeping the price stable (or even declining) despite massive demand signals. Total net assets for XRP spot ETFs now stand at $1.14 billion, with cumulative inflows over $1.06 billion.
Is this a sign of future growth, or is the institutional entry just providing an exit for the 'whales'?
The data suggests a significant structural shift is underway!
