XRP Named Top Trade of 2026 After Strong Start to Year

XRP Named Breakout Trade of 2026

XRP has been highlighted as the standout cryptocurrency for 2026 by CNBC, outperforming major assets during recent market volatility.
The currency experienced a 30% increase from its yearly opening, reaching a two-month high of $2.41.
XRP reclaimed its position as the third-largest cryptocurrency by market cap, surpassing BNB.
It outperformed BTC and ETH, which saw respective gains of 4.3% and 6.2% over the week.
Key appeal lies in its use for cross-border payments, distinguishing it from other leading cryptocurrencies.

Factors Driving XRP's Rally

The resolution of Ripple's SEC case on August 2nd provided clarity and boosted confidence.
XRP is considered a less crowded trade compared to BTC or ETH.
Investor interest remained strong even during Q4 dips, with continued investments in XRP-based funds.

XRP funds launched in November 2025 have seen net inflows of $1.25 billion, with no negative net flow days reported. In the first three trading days of the year, XRP funds recorded inflows totaling $78.81 million.

As of now, XRP is trading at $2.19, marking a 20% weekly increase.

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