The recent dip in XRP has stirred anxiety across the crypto market, as traders struggle to make sense of a sharp correction that seems to have caught many off guard. Yet, according to prominent market analyst Austin Hilton, this was not an unpredictable event—it was the outcome of geopolitical tensions that have been brewing for weeks.
As Hilton put it, “This is something that I did tell you would play out, and how it will play out is exactly how it’s going.”
The Global Shock
The U.S.–China trade war has once again rippled through global markets, affecting stocks, commodities, and digital assets alike. The latest escalation centers on rare earth minerals, essential components in high-tech manufacturing and renewable energy technologies.
China currently controls about 44% of global rare earth reserves, while the U.S. holds just 1.9%, making Washington’s recent tariff hikes a high-stakes move.
I told you this would happen with XRP!
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— Austin Hilton (@austinahilton) October 17, 2025
Last week, President Donald Trump announced 100% tariffs on Chinese imports, which Hilton described as a “nuclear bomb” for the global economy. The ripple effect was immediate—markets across the world trembled, and XRP wasn’t spared.
Hilton explained, “This continues to be the fallout from the United States versus China trade war… it was initially about rare earth minerals, and that’s a big deal to everybody in the world.”
XRP’s Reaction: Volatility Returns
As the market digested the news, XRP briefly wicked down to $1.25 before recovering above the $2 mark. As of report time, the token trades around $2.34, according to CoinMarketCap, reflecting ongoing volatility as traders weigh macroeconomic uncertainty.
Hilton believes the reaction is not unique to XRP but part of a wider risk-off sentiment affecting the entire crypto market. “You look out there—Dogecoin down ten percent, Tron down, Cardano down nine, that’s what’s playing out right now,” he noted.
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Despite the turbulence, Hilton advised calm and discipline. “Do I want XRP to go below $2? Hell no. I own both of those [Bitcoin and XRP],” he said. “But this is simply not going to end tomorrow… these are complicated multi-trillion-dollar problems we’re dealing with here.”
How Low Will XRP Go?
Hilton’s short-term outlook suggests that XRP could still dip further before stabilizing. He reiterated that “we’ll probably see XRP go below $2,” attributing the move to the continued fallout from tariff uncertainty rather than any failure in Ripple’s fundamentals or network performance.
Technical analysts point to $1.80 as a key support level; if the price falls below that, the next psychological floor lies near $1.50. However, many long-term holders view such dips as buying opportunities amid broader adoption trends and Ripple’s expanding financial partnerships.
Hilton’s Message: Don’t Panic, Keep Perspective
Hilton closed his message on a reassuring note, urging XRP investors to zoom out from the noise. “Crypto is not gonna wither and die—it may feel like that when you are in the middle of it day-to-day. Get away from it. Go touch grass, walk your dog, spend time with family. This is where we’re at now, guys. This is reality.”
While short-term volatility may test investors’ patience, Hilton’s broader point resonates: macroeconomic shocks often shake out weak hands before paving the way for stronger rebounds. With the U.S.–China trade war still evolving, XRP’s path may remain rocky—but for those with long-term conviction, this downturn could be the calm before another historic rally.
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