XRP Price’s 8% Rise Could Trigger $400 Million Liquidations, But Not Anytime Soon

XRP has struggled to secure growth in recent days, with the altcoin failing to maintain key support levels. Despite an attempted price rally, XRP has been unable to break through the $2.32 level, leaving the price hovering just above $2.00. 

Those who bought during XRP’s three-week bull run are now facing losses after the failed breach of crucial barriers.

XRP Holders Are Facing Challenges

The liquidation map shows that a significant amount of short positions—around $400 million worth—are at risk of liquidation should XRP’s price rise to $2.32. However, even with XRP trading at $2.15, just 8% away from the threshold of $2.32, the potential for liquidations does not appear imminent. 

The behavior of XRP’s investors suggests that these liquidations may not take place in the short term. This is because XRP holders are primarily leaning towards selling over HODLing at the moment.

XRP Liquidation Map. Source: Coinglass

XRP’s overall momentum is showing signs of weakening, as reflected by the Realized Profit/Loss ratio. This indicator suggests that realized profits are declining and may soon turn into losses. The supply being sold likely originated from purchases made during XRP’s November 2024 bull run when the price surged to $2.

XRP formed a new high back in January; however, since then, XRP’s price has dropped back to $2, and many investors who bought at higher levels are now selling to offset losses. This ongoing selling pressure is keeping XRP from experiencing any significant uptick, further dampening bullish sentiment.

XRP Realized Profit/Loss Ratio. Source Glassnode

XRP Price Looks To Breakout

XRP is currently trading at $2.15, just below the $2.16 local resistance level, which it failed to secure as support earlier this month. The altcoin is consolidating beneath $2.27, a resistance level that has been a point of contention since the end of March. If the price remains above the $2.00 support, it could stabilize at these levels, preventing further losses for investors.

The chances of continued consolidation seem high, as XRP holds above $2.00. This could keep the market relatively stable as investors wait for further signals to confirm the next move. With a lack of major catalysts, the price may fluctuate within this range.

XRP Price Analysis. Source:  TradingView

However, should XRP breach the $2.27 resistance and rise toward $2.40, the earlier-mentioned liquidations could trigger a new wave of buying, potentially driving the price upward. This would provide a more bullish outlook and shift the market sentiment.