XRP Historical Drops & Recoveries
Understanding past drops can provide context for current movements:
2018 Bear Market
XRP dropped from $3.84 (Jan 2018) to $0.25 (Dec 2018) - a 93% decline. It took until 2021 to see significant recovery.
SEC Lawsuit (Dec 2020)
When the SEC sued Ripple, XRP dropped 70% in weeks and was delisted from major US exchanges. It recovered after partial legal victories in 2023.
May 2021 Crash
The broader crypto crash saw XRP drop 60% in two weeks. It recovered most losses within 6 months.
2022 Bear Market
XRP dropped from $0.90 to $0.30 during the FTX collapse and broader downturn. Recovery came with the 2024-2025 bull run.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is XRP going down today?
XRP price drops can be caused by several factors: overall crypto market corrections (when Bitcoin falls, altcoins typically follow), regulatory news or SEC-related developments, profit-taking after price rallies, large whale movements, or broader macroeconomic factors. Check the live price data above for current conditions.
Is XRP crashing or just correcting?
A "correction" typically means a 10-20% decline from recent highs, which is normal in crypto. A "crash" usually means 30%+ sudden drop. Check the percentage changes above to see the current situation.
Should I sell XRP when it's dropping?
Selling during a dip locks in losses. Many long-term investors use dollar-cost averaging - buying small amounts regularly regardless of price. However, this is not financial advice. Your decision should be based on your research and risk tolerance.
Will XRP recover from this drop?
XRP has historically recovered from drops, though timelines vary from days to years. Key factors include market sentiment, regulatory clarity, and broader crypto cycles. No one can predict with certainty.
Why does XRP drop more than Bitcoin?
Altcoins have higher volatility due to lower market cap and liquidity. When Bitcoin drops 5%, XRP might drop 8-15%. This amplification works both ways - XRP also rallies harder than BTC in bull markets.
Is XRP dead?
No. XRP remains one of the top cryptocurrencies by market cap with active development, real utility, and growing adoption. The "XRP is dead" narrative typically appears during price dips but ignores fundamentals: the SEC lawsuit is resolved with favorable clarity, ETF applications are pending, Ripple continues expanding ODL partnerships, and the XRP Ledger processes millions of transactions. Price drops don't mean a project is dead - they're normal in volatile crypto markets.
Is XRP finished or does it have a future?
XRP has a strong future case: regulatory clarity achieved, institutional interest growing (ETF filings), real-world use in cross-border payments, and continuous protocol development (AMM, sidechains, hooks). While no investment is guaranteed, XRP has survived and emerged stronger from challenges that would have killed lesser projects.