XRP is now the first U.S.-regulated altcoin to be traded on the CME derivatives platform, with cash-settled contracts available in varying sizes.
The launch of XRP on CME marks a significant milestone for Ripple XRP, indicating potential future developments such as spot XRP ETFs.
Although XRP price initially dropped 3.45% on launch day, analysts view this move as a positive long-term signal for the XRP market.
On-chain signals show complex valuation and sentiment dynamics for XRP, with increased holdings by large-scale investors and rising exchange reserves.
XRP's trading volume stands at $4.63 billion with futures open interest at $4.94 billion, suggesting growing market participation and potential upward movement towards $3.00.
Technically, XRP shows signs of a potential bull run supported by moving averages, while indicators like RSI indicate a mild bullish bias.
Despite positive technical aspects, there are caution signs like a double top formation and a potential short-term correction to $1.94.
XRP investors are noted to have reached the 'denial' stage according to Glassnode’s NUPL metric, which historically precedes price corrections.
The unresolved XRP lawsuit against the SEC adds regulatory uncertainty, impacting XRP's path to wider acceptance and approval of spot ETFs.
The long-term outlook for XRP remains positive with analysts projecting price targets ranging from $3.69 to $17, contingent on overcoming immediate hurdles and market risks.