Market cycles rarely announce themselves loudly. Instead, they reveal their presence through long-term charts, subtle momentum shifts, and repeating historical patterns. For XRP—a digital asset known for extended compression phases followed by explosive expansions—those signals are quietly resurfacing.
As macro liquidity conditions evolve and regulatory uncertainty around Ripple has largely faded, analysts are increasingly questioning whether XRP is approaching another major inflection point ahead of 2026.
That discussion intensified after crypto analyst STEPH IS CRYPTO shared a new multi-timeframe technical outlook on X. He highlighted a rare signal on XRP’s three-week chart, a timeframe typically reserved for identifying cycle-level reversals rather than short-term volatility. According to Steph, the current structure closely resembles conditions that formed near XRP’s 2022 bear market bottom.
Rare Long-Term Momentum Signal Reappears
At the core of the analysis is XRP’s three-week stochastic RSI, which has fallen into deeply oversold territory. Historically, similar readings on this timeframe have not marked further downside continuation. Instead, they have signaled seller exhaustion and the beginning of stealth accumulation.
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— STEPH IS CRYPTO (@Steph_iscrypto) December 22, 2025
Steph noted that this signal has appeared only a few times in XRP’s history. Each instance preceded prolonged upside expansions rather than short-lived relief rallies.
Higher-timeframe indicators carry added significance because they filter out speculative noise. When they reset from extreme oversold levels, they often reflect structural momentum shifts driven by long-term capital positioning, not retail speculation.
Historical Cycles and Price Symmetry
XRP’s historical price behavior follows a familiar rhythm. Extended consolidation phases are often followed by rapid repricing once momentum decisively flips. The 2017 bull cycle remains the most dramatic example, but similar patterns have repeated across later market phases.
Steph’s comparison to the 2022 bottom is particularly relevant. That period marked the end of a prolonged distribution phase and the beginning of a gradual recovery across the broader crypto market.
Historically, XRP’s largest percentage gains have emerged after sentiment reached extreme pessimism, liquidity thinned, and long-term momentum indicators reset simultaneously. Those same conditions are becoming increasingly visible again.
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Why Analysts Are Watching the 2026 Window
The focus on 2026 is not based on technicals alone. Several structural factors converge within this timeframe. Ripple’s legal overhang is no longer a dominant market risk. Institutional experimentation with tokenized assets continues to expand. XRP’s role in cross-border settlement infrastructure remains intact.
While none of these factors guarantee price appreciation, they represent a materially different backdrop from previous cycles dominated by regulatory uncertainty.
Within this broader context, Steph’s projected +1100% upside scenario is framed as a multi-year expansion thesis, not a short-term price call. The projection assumes sustained momentum confirmation rather than an immediate breakout.
Risk Factors and Confirmation Levels
Despite the bullish implications, long-term indicators still require confirmation. Price structure, volume expansion, and broader market alignment remain essential. XRP also remains sensitive to macro liquidity trends and Bitcoin-led market cycles.
Any price projection toward 2026 must account for volatility, extended consolidation phases, and the possibility of delayed execution.
That said, history shows that when XRP’s higher-timeframe momentum resets, the asset rarely remains dormant for long. If current signals continue to evolve as they have in previous cycles, the coming years could prove pivotal for XRP’s long-term valuation.
Disclaimer: This content is meant to inform and should not be considered financial advice. The views expressed in this article may include the author’s personal opinions and do not represent Times Tabloid’s opinion. Readers are urged to do in-depth research before making any investment decisions. Any action taken by the reader is strictly at their own risk. Times Tabloid is not responsible for any financial losses.
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