XRP is leading today’s crypto charge, outpacing heavyweights like Bitcoin and Ethereum as markets rally. According to CoinGecko, XRP has jumped nearly 20% in the last 24 hours and is up more than 56% over the past week, reclaiming the $1.60 level for the first time since February 2026. The surge comes amid a broader market upswing, with Bitcoin climbing back to roughly $77,000 after months of consolidation and pulling other tokens higher. Several headlines and macro moves likely helped fuel the momentum. One high-profile catalyst: a White House cryptocurrency event hosted by former President Trump, which drew a number of industry CEOs and founders — including Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse. Trump reportedly said the U.S. plans to buy a “large number” of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Garlinghouse’s presence at the event prompted speculation among some investors that XRP could be under consideration as part of broader institutional or governmental interest. Macroeconomic policy may also be contributing. Market observers pointed to the Treasury’s bond buyback program as a source of renewed liquidity. As Bernstein strategist Gautam Chhugani put it, “Bitcoin historically has had a positive reaction to liquidity expansion. And this year’s apathy towards Bitcoin and crypto markets was a combination of tighter markets post Iran conflict, with rising risks of inflation and a very strong AI/semis trade pulling all the liquidity away.” For XRP specifically, the rally offers relief after a strong 2025 and a difficult start to 2026. The recent gains have revived hopes among traders that XRP could push back toward the $2 mark, and some see this as the early stage of another bullish cycle. That said, whether the breakout sustains will depend on follow-through from macro liquidity, regulatory developments, and broader market sentiment. Bottom line: XRP’s latest move is a standout in a market-wide rebound driven by Bitcoin’s recovery, high-profile industry attention, and liquidity dynamics — all factors investors will be watching closely as the story unfolds. Read more AI-generated news on: undefined/news