Ripple XRP ETFs Reach $959 Million in Assets Under Management — However, the Chart Indicates a Contrasting Trend

Ripple XRP is currently priced at $1.4059, reflecting a 3.5% increase over the past 24 hours, a movement that appears significant until one examines the longer-term chart.

The key question is whether this rebound is sustainable or merely a temporary relief rally within a constrained range.

Institutional indicators are certainly accumulating. Seven U.S. spot XRP ETFs collectively possess $959.4 million in assets under management (AUM) and have experienced a net inflow of $1.22 billion, while Ripple has increased its Gemini credit facility to $250 million with stricter terms.

Total XRP Spot ETF Net Inflow / Source: SoSoValue

The SEC’s clarification on April 15, 2026, which exempts non-custodial XRP Ledger platforms from broker-dealer registration, has alleviated a significant regulatory burden.

SBI Holdings, Zand Bank, Archax, and Guggenheim Treasury Services continue to engage actively on the ledger. There is a strong institutional narrative, yet the technical indicators are complicated. This tension characterizes XRP’s current situation.

Can Ripple XRP Price Surpass $1.55 This Week?

The price remains above the SMA-20 ($1.3414) and SMA-50 ($1.3801), indicating positive short- and medium-term momentum based solely on this data.

The Ichimoku Kijun at $1.3724 offers immediate support should today’s buying pressure diminish. Volume statistics indicate that the 24-hour range in recent sessions fluctuated between $2.8 billion and $5.9 billion, a notable increase that often precedes volatility in either direction.

The SMA-200 at $1.9151 presents a long-term obstacle. Ripple XRP is trading approximately 26% below this level, a gap that historically necessitates a sustained institutional demand to close.

The RSI at 58 suggests a buy signal in isolation, but both Stoch RSI and CCI indicate overbought conditions. The daily MACD reveals selling pressure. Bull/Bear Power confirms intraday buyer dominance, yet the Awesome Oscillator does not provide any new directional clarity. The situation is mixed.

This setup is relatively straightforward, and $1.55 serves as the critical level: if the price exceeds this with substantial volume, it could reignite momentum and pave the way toward the $1.90 region, aligning with the broader trend.

Source: Tradingview

At present, however, it remains in a transitional phase, not robust enough to break out, nor weak enough to decline, simply awaiting confirmation.

The downside risk is evident, as a close below $1.35 would negate the uptrend, typically resulting in a deeper pullback as buyers retreat and sellers gain control.

The likelihood of further near-term gains is estimated to be below 20% based on the weekly MA-50, ADX, and MACD alignment. The institutional narrative is strong, while the technical indicators are less convincing.

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