- XRP has already hit its 0.382 Fibonacci retracement near $1.95, moving ahead of Bitcoin’s ongoing correction.
- A break below $1.916 could push XRP toward lower supports at $1.90 or $1.88 in the near term.
- Upside to $2 resistance is anticipated once Bitcoin reaches its 0.382 retracement around $88,800.
Cryptocurrency traders are closely watching XRP as it navigates a corrective phase tied closely to Bitcoin’s movements. On December, popular market analyst Tara from shared a detailed 4-hour chart analysis on X, highlighting key levels for the Ripple-associated token amid market volatility. In her post, Tara noted that XRP has already completed a 0.382 Fibonacci retracement to approximately $1.95, while Bitcoin remains only halfway through its own pullback.
This mismatch, she explained, could temporarily disrupt XRP’s wave structure. “If it breaks down $1.916, LTF support is at $1.90,” Tara wrote, adding that another touch of the $1.88 level remains possible—as long as price stays below $2.
Short-Term Bearish Pressure and Critical Support Levels
The accompanying Bitfinex chart illustrates XRP/USD trading around $1.91870 at the time, down 1.29% on the session. Prominent Fibonacci levels from a recent swing high to low include the 0.236 at $2.18134, 0.382 at $2.07569, 0.5 at $1.98360, 0.618 at $1.88379, and 0.786 at $1.83694. Lower green zones mark potential support clusters near $1.90 and $1.88, while red lines indicate resistance overhead.
The Relative Strength Index (RSI) on the 14-period setting sits near 39, signaling building downside momentum but approaching oversold territory that could prelude a rebound. Simple moving averages (SMA 5 and SMA 14) show the shorter-term line crossing below, reinforcing bearish pressure in the short term.
What RSI and Moving Averages Say About Timing
Tara’s outlook turns bullish longer-term, tied to Bitcoin’s trajectory. She expects XRP to rally toward the psychological $2 resistance once BTC completes its retracement to the 0.382 level around $88,800. As of December 17, 2025, Bitcoin hovers near $87,700, aligning with ongoing correction expectations, while XRP trades around $1.90.
This analysis underscores XRP’s high correlation with Bitcoin during broader market cycles. While altcoins like XRP often amplify BTC moves, divergences can create trading opportunities—or risks—for patient investors. Market participants should remain cautious, as cryptocurrency prices are influenced by macroeconomic factors, regulatory news, and sentiment shifts. Tara emphasized her views are for educational purposes and not financial advice.
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