XRP prices dipped below $2 for the first time since December 2024 on Monday, even after a number of positive developments for the cryptocurrency.
The decline is surprising to many investors who had hoped recent good news would send its value higher. Market analyst Vincent Van Code attributes this underperformance to underlying economic issues and not with XRP itself.
Trump Tariffs Are Blamed For Crypto Market Decline
Van Code attributes the recent decline in cryptocurrencies to the tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump on other nations.
The tariff situation is just a power play to utilize economic pressure to get better negotiating terms, said Van Code. He expects these trade tensions to be short-term and perhaps pave the way for the market to rebound in the near future.
Current #XRP prices are not aligned with recent @Ripple market announcenets, SEC case conclusion news, XRP US stockpile.
Do you think this is becuase XRP is not performing well?
I DONT! This is a global market downturn. Impacts across multiple markets, multiple countries, and…
— Vincent Van Code (@vincent_vancode) April 9, 2025
XRP Fundamentals Strong
Even after falling to $1.64 on April 7, XRP has shown a rebound by increasing to $1.82—a 10% increase. Van Code pointed out that Ripple and XRP’s fundamental strengths have not changed. They’re a hundred times better than a year ago when the SEC lawsuit was at its peak, he said.
The SEC-Ripple case resolution, potential inclusion in US digital asset reserves, and Ripple’s Hidden Road acquisition were all considered positive developments for the cryptocurrency.
Investment Strategy During Market Uncertainty
Van Code described his approach to today’s market condition, showing he buys such assets like XRP when sentiment is low but fundamentals remain in place.
He looks at weekly charts for larger decisions and uses hourly charts for intraday action. The market commentator termed XRP the “Fight Club” of cryptos because of its ability to withstand market action and stress.
Future Growth Drivers For XRP
Going forward, Van Code identified three key drivers to XRP adoption: regulation, corporate usage, and solid partnerships. He warned investors to avoid being influenced by short-term price fluctuations due to outside influences such as the tariff scenario.
The analyst said that he would only be jittery if XRP was the sole cryptocurrency that is dropping in value. He also stated that the current decline is part of a larger market trend and not particular to XRP.
The cryptocurrency market still responds to economic policy as investors look for indications that the tariff issue is resolved. Most XRP supporters are optimistic that as soon as these external pressures are gone, the price will more accurately reflect the good news surrounding Ripple and its currency.
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