Crypto expert Zach Rector issued an update on XRP, highlighting a significant market movement. Over the weekend, XRP underwent a liquidity sweep, which pushed the price down to $1.85.
Rector noted that this followed an earlier recovery, with XRP reaching $2.20 on Wednesday, January 14. The volatility was linked to expectations around a Supreme Court ruling on President Trump’s tariffs.
Rector acknowledged that his earlier prediction about the Supreme Court ruling on President Trump’s tariffs was incorrect. He had expected the ruling to confirm that the tariffs were legal, which he anticipated would push XRP’s price up to $2.27-$2.4. Since the ruling did not happen as expected, the market did not respond, contributing to the recent dip in XRP’s price.
XRP Liquidity Sweep Warning Played Out! pic.twitter.com/WQaFbdAOFJ
— Zach Rector (@ZachRector7) January 19, 2026
Delayed Rulings and New Tariffs
The Supreme Court delayed its decision once again. This delay created uncertainty for traders expecting a price response tied to the ruling. Adding to market activity, President Trump announced new tariffs related to Greenland. Rector pointed out that the combination of the delayed ruling and the recent tariffs influenced market dynamics.
Despite the price drop over the weekend, Rector emphasized the limited market exposure. “Basically, the only markets that were opened up were the crypto markets and certain futures at the CME,” he said. With traditional markets closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the full reaction is expected once futures reopen.
Market Outlook for XRP
The immediate outlook for XRP depends on how futures markets respond in the coming days. Rector indicated that the liquidity sweep could be a temporary adjustment rather than a prolonged decline. Traders are watching closely to see how XRP stabilizes above key price levels and reacts to renewed trading activity.
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This episode highlights the influence of external macroeconomic factors on crypto assets. Delayed government rulings and new policy announcements have a direct effect on market behavior, as seen with XRP. Rector’s update shares insight into how these events intersect with crypto trading.
Next Steps for Traders
Rector advised following the developments closely as markets reopen. The delayed Supreme Court ruling and the new Greenland tariffs will likely shape short-term price action. While the weekend liquidity sweep lowered XRP’s price, the reopening of futures markets may provide a clearer direction for the asset.
XRP’s performance over the next few days will provide insight into the market resilience following these policy-driven fluctuations.
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