Ripple (XRP) breakthrough in trouble? Bullish Signal Poses New Test of $2

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5-day MACD Golden Cross appears

Technical analyst ChartNerd pointed out that XRP just created a “Golden Cross” on the 5-day MACD. This happens when the MACD line crosses the signal line, and this is now accompanied by a switch in the histogram from red to green.

“The last time this signal was printed was in July, when $XRP recovered to a new ATH,” he said.

That move led to a strong rally last year. This time the setup shows similar circumstances happening again. The MACD has been on a downward trend for months, but has now reversed, indicating a possible build-up of strength in the market.

As previously reported, analysts like Steph Is Crypto remain bullish on the long-term view of XRP. According to them, the RSI has just “flashed a powerful signal” for future price performance.

XRP is currently near a critical support zone between $2 and $2.1. Analyst CRYPTOWZRD shared that XRP needs to clear $2.2770 to maintain upside momentum. They also noted,

“A move towards the resistance at $2.2770, which shows weakness, would provide a short.”

If bulls manage to push the price above this level, it could open the way to $2.75. For now, $2.00 acts as the main daily support. A retest of this level is possible, with the short-term price depending on whether buyers defend that zone.

Retesting with risk of failure?

After breaking out of a falling wedge pattern, XRP has retreated to retest the breakout zone. Analyst CRYPTO CAPTAIN said,

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“XRP had a breakout, now it looks like a retest is happening. But if the price doesn’t turn bullish before the end of the day, unfortunately XRP will fall below $1.80.”

This area around $2.05 has been tested several times. A collapse from here would risk a deeper move back towards previous support zones, possibly as low as $1.80.

Some market analysts have shared a much higher outlook. InvestingHaven noted that XRP could reach $8 by the end of 2026, depending on ETF demand and continued adoption. The token has already gained about 25% this month.

$XRP Could reach $8 by 2026

Analysts at major institutions now predict that XRP will reach $8 by the end of 2026, marking a 247% increase from current levels.

The price has already increased by 25% this month.

The prospects depend on the demand for ETFs and their sustainable adoption. pic.twitter.com/bfLn8umfU8

— InvestingHaven (@InvestingHaven) January 9, 2026

On-chain data also shows XRP leaving exchanges like Binance and Upbit. The last time this happened at the end of 2024, the price rose sharply shortly afterwards. A similar pattern can build up again.