XRP remains stuck around the $2 level, with experts issuing warnings of restricted near-term growth prospects. According to recent analysis, the digital currency is going through a phase of uncommon stability that has investors speculating about its next step.

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Investor Sentiment Dampens Market Momentum

According to financial commentator Austin Hilton, millions of crypto traders have withdrawn from active participation. The market is stuck in neutral, as traders are simply waiting for a big event to set things into motion. The volumes of trade have been above $4 billion at peak levels, but the price itself remains virtually unchanged.

Summer Slowdown Impacts Crypto Trading

Analysts cite seasonal patterns as the major reason for XRP’s current behavior. Hilton describes how summer months usually experience lower trading volumes, with investors more inclined to engage in private activities than respond to market activity. This pattern might continue until July, possibly maintaining XRP’s price relatively stable.

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– Lets talk about the resistance levels for $XRP
– Also, discussed are the support levels that you need to know about
– What you need to know about your XRP holdings – so that you can navigate what is going on right now pic.twitter.com/h9kxG3a0Ex

— Austin Hilton (@austinahilton) March 23, 2025

Price Barriers Create Market Challenges

Technical analysis indicates key price levels for XRP. Resistance levels are found at $2.61 and $2.81, while support levels are at $2.22 and $2.31. Experts caution that in the absence of heavy buy pressure, the cryptocurrency might not be able to overcome these levels. Currently, XRP is trading at $2.44, with a modest 0.04% gain over the last 24 hours.

XRP market cap currently at $141 billion. Chart: TradingView.com

Long-Term Outlook Remains Hopeful

Despite current market challenges, some experts remain optimistic. Market analyst Dom suggests the current price consolidation might indicate a strong foundation for future growth. Unlike previous market cycles where XRP experienced rapid price spikes and drops, the current stability suggests a more measured approach.

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There’s one reason I will be pretty surprised if $XRP does not go higher this year, read along –

Every time $XRP has historically put in a multi month or year top, it did it quickly (as shown below)

Essentially, it never showed any mid term acceptance at those higher… pic.twitter.com/RahjM2xHwz

— Dom (@traderview2) March 24, 2025

A number of possible catalysts are on the horizon, such as developments in XRP ETF products, continued action in the SEC vs. Ripple case, and possible reserve disclosures. As of yet, however, none of these events have caused major market activity.

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Institutional investors remain quietly accumulating digital assets, creating yet another level of sophistication to the current market dynamics. Hilton advises not to anticipate extreme price increases in the near term, highlighting that there needs to be a major positive event for drastic change.

As the cryptocurrency market keeps growing, XRP investors are warned to keep close watch on the market conditions. The fourth quarter could see things pick up once again, but for the meantime, patience seems to be the main approach for those who possess the cryptocurrency.

Featured image from Gemini Imagen, chart from TradingView

Altcoins have been attracting investor attention this weekend, with Bitcoin and Ethereum prices stagnating around $85,000 and $2,000, respectively, since Friday. Prominent crypto analysts have published data insights showing investors are increasingly rotating capital toward altcoins after recent U.S. macroeconomic updates.

Analysts Predict Altcoin Season as Fed Rate Pause Triggers Risk-On Appetite

The altcoin market had a rough start to March 2025 when U.S. President Donald Trump announced new tariffs on Canada and Mexico. However, the macroeconomic landscape has since improved. The Trump administration made adjustments to the tariffs, while U.S. CPI and PPI data indicated that inflation risks from the tariffs were overestimated.

This shift in sentiment was further reinforced after the latest Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting on Wednesday, where the U.S. Federal Reserve announced a pause in interest rate hikes.

Traditional finance (TradFi) investors reacted by moving capital out of safe-haven assets like gold and into stocks, pushing the S&P 500 up by 31.7 points last week.

Crypto markets appear to be following suit, with traders increasingly rotating funds from Bitcoin and Ethereum into altcoins.

Crypto Analysts Signal Imminent Altcoin Breakout

Adding to the growing optimism around altcoins, two major crypto analysts took to social media to highlight technical indicators pointing to an incoming “Alt Season”—a market phase where altcoins significantly outperform Bitcoin.

 “2025 #ALTSEASON starts in less than 3 days now,” alongside a chart illustrating past cycles of altcoin dominance relative to Bitcoin.

Crypto analyst Sensei (@SenseiBR_btc) made a bold declaration, March 21, 2025 ,

The accompanying chart showed clear historical patterns where altcoins surged against Bitcoin, with a third major rally seemingly about to begin.

In response, OBI Real Estate (@Obirealestate) weighed in on the discussion, adding, “Markets are buzzing, timing will be everything.”

Key Takeaways: Why This Weekend Matters for Altcoins

Capital Rotation: With Bitcoin and Ethereum trading sideways, traders are diverting funds toward altcoins, anticipating stronger returns.

Macro Trends: Improved inflation outlook and the Fed’s rate pause have boosted risk-on sentiment across global markets.

Technical Indicators: Historical charts from top analysts suggest that the long-awaited Alt Season could be days away from starting.

As traders look ahead, this weekend may present a critical window of opportunity to accumulate promising altcoins before a broader market breakout.

3 Top Trending Altcoins to Watch in the Week Ahead

Bitcoin (BTC) has surged past the $85,000 mark, signaling strong market sentiment despite a slight 0.9% decline in global crypto market cap over the past 24 hours. While BTC’s resilience suggests growing confidence, a look at broader market trends reveals that large-cap altcoins remain stagnant, while smaller-cap assets are seeing significant moves.

Ethereum (ETH) remains subdued at $2,000, showing only a 0.5% gain in 24 hours. Similarly, Cardano (ADA) and Binance Coin (BNB) also moved sideways, conslidating at the $0.70, $620 respectively, while Solana (SOL), trading at $132 leads the top 10 assets with a 2.4% gain.

However a closer look at the Coinmarketcap above shows low-cap altcoins, are attracting significant search traffic, a move that could attract further capital inflows in the coming trading seesions.

1. Trump Memecoin (Official Trump) – Political optimism fuels rally

The Trump-themed memecoin is trading at $11.81, up 5.9% in the last 24 hours, making it one of the most notable gainers. This rally alligns with improved sentiment surrounding recent U.S. policy discussions and Trump’s appearance at the Blockwork’s Digital Assets Summit, last week.

With increasing political relevance and heightened social media buzz, this token is one to watch closely. A break above key resistance levels in the coming days could drive further gains.

2. Pi Network (PI) – Struggling to Break $1, But Buzz is Growing

Last week, PI endured major sell-offs as the network migration trigger mixed reactions among investors. However, Pi Network is now flashing recovery signals. At press time on Sunday, March 23, PI network price is facing strong resistance at the $1 mark, struggling to establish a breakout. However, with the token has become one of the most discussed assets in the last 24 hours, investor interest is evident.

If buying pressure continues and $1 resistance caves, a significant breakout could follow, making this an asset to monitor for a potential price explosion.

3. Wormhole (W) – Cross-Chain Demand Fuels Buying Activity

Ethereum’s native cross-chain bridge token, Wormhole (W) price, has surged 23.9%, driven by increased demand as investors rotate funds across chains.

The boost in market optimism, combined with the Fed’s recent decision to pause interest rate hikes, has further supported capital flows into decentralized finance (DeFi).

With more activity on cross-chain protocols, Wormhole’s demand could continue to rise, making it a strong candidate for further upside in the days ahead.

In Summary:

While Bitcoin’s dominance remains strong above $85,000, altcoins, particularly low-cap assets, are gaining momentum. The surge in Trump memecoin, Pi Network’s rising popularity, and Wormhole’s DeFi-driven gains all signal that the altcoin market could be gearing up for major moves. Traders should watch for key breakout levels as these assets continue to gain traction

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