XRP Surges Past $3 on Heavy Volume as ProShares ETF Launch Nears
Momentum builds ahead of ProShares’ XRP futures debut, with over 170 million tokens traded and bulls targeting $3.40 next.
XRP surged 4.85% over the past 24 hours, rising from $2.91 to $3.05, as institutional flows returned ahead of the anticipated launch of the ProShares XRP Futures ETF on July 18. The token briefly touched an intraday high of $3.09, breaking out of its recent consolidation range with strong conviction.
The breakout was backed by significant volume, with more than 170 million XRP traded during the afternoon session between 17:00 and 20:00 — the period when the $3.00 resistance level was decisively breached. The $3.00 mark, both a psychological and technical barrier, is now showing signs of flipping into support.
The final hour of trading (03:39–04:38) added further bullish confirmation as XRP climbed from $2.99 to $3.05 (+1.97%) on volume surges exceeding 3.8 million tokens.
Price Overview
- Range: $2.91 → $3.09
- Daily swing: $0.19 (6.18% volatility)
- Breakout Volume: 170M+ during afternoon trading
- Support Zone: $2.98–$3.00
- Resistance Zone: $3.09 (short-term cap)
Market Context
This rally marks a structural shift for XRP, driven by institutional activity rather than retail speculation. The market had been trading sideways in recent sessions, but the breakout above $3.00 — backed by significant capital inflows — suggests growing confidence in the token’s near-term prospects.
Despite XRP’s Relative Strength Index (RSI) moving into overbought territory, analysts believe the strong volume profile could sustain upward momentum. A confirmed close above $3.09 would likely clear the way for a move toward $3.40–$3.60, with higher targets possible if ETF-led inflows persist.
Technical Insights
- Breakout confirmed by high-volume move through $3.00
- Firm support between $2.98–$2.99 supports bullish continuation
- RSI nearing overbought, signaling potential for consolidation
- Sustained breakout needed above $3.09 to unlock higher levels
- Upside projections: $3.40–$3.60 near term; $4.80–$5.00 with ETF momentum
Key Questions for Traders
- Will $3.00 hold as new support after ETF launch?
- Can XRP maintain momentum and close above $3.09?
- Are dips to $2.95–$2.98 viable entry points during consolidation?
- How much institutional flow will the ETF trigger post-launch?
Bottom Line
XRP’s breakout above $3.00 isn’t just hype-driven — it’s underpinned by real volume and institutional engagement. With the ProShares ETF acting as a potential catalyst, XRP could be entering a new phase of price discovery. Traders now eye $3.40 and beyond, provided momentum holds through the week.

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