$XRP Here’s an updated look at XRP — where things stand now (early December 2025), what’s driving the market, and what to watch out for.

📈 What’s happening with XRP recently

XRP recently dropped modestly — trading ~$2.10 as of early December.

On‑chain activity has been elevated: transaction velocity on the XRP Ledger (XRPL) hit a yearly high while exchange reserves fell dramatically, suggesting accumulation and lower available supply on exchanges.

Meanwhile, institutional interest appears to be growing — new spot‑XRP ETFs have drawn significant inflows in recent weeks.

🔎 Outlook & Price Forecasts

Near‑term technical analysis identifies a possible short-term target of $2.31, with potential upside toward $2.50–$2.85 if resistance breaks.

For 2026 and beyond, some analysts remain bullish: estimates under favorable conditions range from $5 to even multi‑year forecasts as high as $12.50 by 2028.

However, there’s also pessimistic technical pressure: some charts suggest bearish momentum could push XRP toward $1.80–$1.77 if market sentiment sours.

⚠️ Key Risks & Headwinds

There’s significant selling pressure from long‑term holders (1‑3 year cohort), especially around the $2.44–$2.46 range — a dense supply zone that could cap upward moves.

Despite institutional flows and active networks, retail participation (wallet activity, daily