XRP has spent the past quarter under noticeable downward pressure, falling below the $2 threshold and now trading around $1.84. The broader cryptocurrency space has also entered a period of weak momentum, with prices moving sideways after recent market declines.
Despite this environment, some analysts argue that the current trend could be forming a base for the next major upward movement.
One of such views was shared by market analyst Steph (@Steph_iscrypto), who referenced chart behavior he considers similar to the early stages of two previous XRP rallies. He suggested that the next major move could be significant, adding that many traders may underestimate the setup developing in the market.
The most hated $XRP rally is about to start! 👇 pic.twitter.com/HTwbTIwxZ2
— STEPH IS CRYPTO (@Steph_iscrypto) December 16, 2025
Repeated Accumulation Behavior Identified
Steph pointed to a recurring formation he classifies as an accumulation cycle. He compared the present structure to two previous periods in which XRP traded similarly before strong price increases.
The first example covered early 2015 through early 2017. During that stretch, XRP price action fluctuated within a narrow range, recording several pullbacks and extended consolidation.
Toward the end of 2016, downward movement accelerated, and the asset declined to approximately $0.005 from about $0.00885. After that decline, XRP reversed its trend and later reached a peak of around $3.31 in January 2018.
A second structure, according to Steph, developed between mid-2023 and late 2024. In that period, XRP again traded mostly sideways with intermittent drops. From August to November 2024, the token slipped from roughly $0.62 to $0.50 before demand returned. This preceded a surge that carried the price to about $3.4 in January 2025.
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Analyst Suggests Conditions Are Similar Again
The chart shared by Steph shows that after XRP touched the $3.4 region early in 2025, the token entered what he describes as another accumulation band. The price has since declined gradually, intensifying from October 2025 when the asset fell from around $2.8 to its current level.
Steph noted that both prior cycles were followed by major rallies, and he believes the same pattern may be unfolding. He warned that those exiting positions prematurely may be overlooking potential upside.
Additional analysts also see room for a possible rebound. Chart Nerd recently stated that XRP may be undergoing an ABC corrective phase and pointed out that the $1.8 to $2 range now appears to be functioning as support instead of resistance. Based on this, he expects a positive shift in price action.
In the wider community, commentators such as Zach Rector addressed investor frustration regarding the lack of a strong rally this year. Rector maintained that regulatory outcomes, including the resolution of the SEC case, progress toward XRP exchange-traded funds, and the proposed Clarity Act, could form the basis for growth in the coming year.
While no outcome is guaranteed, historical accumulation patterns, renewed analyst optimism, and improving regulatory developments suggest that XRP may be entering a potentially decisive phase. Traders are watching closely to determine whether current market conditions will lead to another significant upward trend similar to previous cycles.
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