XRP Price Charts: 2017 vs. Today (February 2026)
XRP's price action in early 2026 shows notable parallels to its 2017 behavior, particularly in terms of extended consolidation phases leading to potential breakouts. In 2017, XRP experienced a prolonged accumulation period
before a dramatic rally, driven by market hype and increasing adoption. Today, after a 2025 peak followed by correction, the chart exhibits similar technical setups, including symmetrical triangles, falling wedges, and RSI resets, which analysts interpret as precursors to
expansion. Below, I outline the key features of each chart, highlight similarities, and note what's significant in the current setup.
XRP started the year at around $0.006, trading sideways in a tight range for much of 2016-2017 (about 18 months
of consolidation). It formed a symmetrical triangle, followed by a liquidity grab and an ABC correction pattern. This culminated in a breakout in late 2017, surging to $0.40 by May, pausing, then exploding to an all-time high of $3.84 in January 2018—a gain of over 6,500% from
its yearly low. Higher lows with fading volatility, a falling wedge resolution, and Stochastic RSI reset near oversold levels. The rally was marked by six monthly candles of consolidation before parabolic growth. The surge aligned with the broader 2017 crypto bull market,
fueled by speculation and Ripple's partnerships.
Today's Chart (as of February 7, 2026)
XRP peaked at around $3.50-3.66 in late 2025, then corrected sharply to a low of about $1.15 in early 2026 amid market volatility. It has since recovered to fluctuate between $1.40 and $1.90
entering a 10-13 month consolidation phase similar to pre-2017. The price is now in a descending channel or falling wedge, with recent breakouts from compression zones.
As of early February 2026, XRP is at approximately $1.42-1.60, down 2-3% in the last 24 hours but up from its recent low, reflecting broader market fear (Fear & Greed Index at 7).
Current low acts as a "wick" like 2017's, potentially marking the start of expansion to $8Breakout Potential.
Not financial advice. DYOR. This post is for entertainment purposes only.
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