A recent technical review by Cointelegraph has generated discussion regarding XRP's trajectory, suggesting it may approach $4.20.
The review noted that while the broader cryptocurrency sector has experienced notable growth in 2024, XRP has underperformed relative to peers. Bitcoin and BNB have each gained over 30% year-to-date, whereas XRP has declined by over 15% during the same period.
Upon closer examination of XRP’s [XRP] technical indicators, a promising trend emerges. The technical patterns suggest a potential reversal and significant price movement for XRP in the near future.
On the weekly chart, XRP is forming a classic Inverse Head and Shoulders (IH&S) pattern, a bullish reversal indicator. The left shoulder was established between May and December 2022, the head (or low point) appeared in June 2023, and the right shoulder has been forming since August 2024. Key levels to monitor include the neckline of this pattern, situated around $0.65 to $0.66. A breakout above this resistance could drive XRP towards the $0.90 to $1.00 range, representing a substantial increase from the current level of $0.526. According to the analysis, this movement could occur before the end of 2024.
Additionally, XRP is trading above its 50-week and 200-week exponential moving averages, which supports the bullish outlook. On the monthly chart, XRP is forming a symmetrical triangle pattern. If the upper trendline of this triangle is surpassed, XRP could potentially reach the $4.20 mark or higher based on long-term projections.
However, XRP must first overcome immediate resistance in the $0.71 to $1.05 range, which coincides with the 0.236-0.382 Fibonacci retracement levels. This resistance aligns with the IH&S target and suggests that a significant rally could occur if XRP breaks above these levels.
Community sentiment reflects a positive outlook on XRP’s current valuation. Zach Humphries, a prominent figure in the XRP community, indicated that XRP presents a compelling opportunity both in the short and long term at its present level. While some previous projections have suggested a potential rise to $300, the current analysis supports a more attainable long-term goal of $4.20, requiring an increase of over 692% or a sevenfold expansion.