XRP Lags Behind Crypto Peers Despite Bullish Projections

XRP's underperformance against market rivals continues, with the token losing gains despite bullish predictions. The token has formed a "Symmetrical Triangle" pattern, indicating a potential bearish breakout or a price target of $0.168, a 74% drop. However, a breakout above the pattern's resistance could lead to a 246% price increase to $2.19. XRP's bulls are fighting to keep the token above EMA support at $0.608, but a breach could push the token down to $0.567. Despite underperforming, XRP may respond to broader crypto market cues, targeting resistance near $0.67 before reaching $0.714.

XRP Trails Rivals, Despite Bullish Bets

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XRP has been lagging behind its crypto pals, losing steam after initially gaining ground. Analysts like Credibull Crypto were all hyped, predicting a rally that would push XRP above $0.7.

Bearish Pattern Emerges

But alas, XRP has been crabbing since March 16th, and things could get even worse. It's formed a bearish "Symmetrical Triangle" pattern, where highs and lows converge, forming a triangle.

When this pattern plays out, it usually signals a breakout in the direction of the prevailing trend. And in this case, XRP was trending down before the triangle formed, so a bearish breakout is on the cards. If that happens, XRP could plunge by almost 74%, down to $0.168. Yikes!

Breakout or Breakdown?

Of course, triangles can break out in either direction. If XRP manages to break above the resistance, it could soar to a theoretical target of $2.19, a whopping 246% gain.

Bulls Battle to Hold Ground

Despite the bearish signals, XRP bulls are trying their best to keep the token above the 20-day EMA (Exponential Moving Average) support at $0.608. If they fail, XRP could drop to the 0.236 FIB support level of $0.567.

Market Momentum, a Double-Edged Sword

On the bright side, XRP could ride the bullish wave from the broader crypto market and push towards resistance near $0.67. If it breaks and consolidates above that level, it could rally to $0.714. However, the Relative Strength Index (RSI) for XRP sits at a neutral 52.82, so it's a toss-up.

So, XRP's fate hangs in the balance. Will it succumb to the bearish triangle and crash, or will it defy the odds and break out to the upside? Only time will tell.