XRP Holds Near $1.40 as Traders Call the Bottom — What’s Next?

Published at 2026-02-22 12:15:09

XRP is holding close to $1.40 as growing optimism among traders suggests a potential bottom after recent consolidation. On-chain metrics show an elevated network value to transactions (NVT) ratio, indicating price strength may be outpacing real network activity, and derivatives flows point to crowded long positioning across exchanges. That mix has traders watching for either a confirming bounce or a quick corrective move.

The significance is twofold: a sustained recovery would reinforce bullish narratives around adoption and renewed demand, but a break of nearby support could unleash liquidation-driven volatility as leveraged longs are squeezed. Market participants should monitor NVT, volume and open interest for early signs of stress and consider position sizing or stop management. A decisive move either way could produce sharp, fast swings that matter for spot and derivatives markets alike.

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