XRP’s role as the core settlement asset on the Ripple network is gaining traction as the ledger’s native stablecoin, RLUSD, expands its supply. Evernorth’s report highlights that the increased RLUSD activity is not just a side effect of higher trading volumes—it actively fuels liquidity, making XRP a more attractive vehicle for cross‑border payments and decentralized exchanges. For everyday investors, this means that the cost of moving value in and out of XRP could become more efficient, with lower slippage and faster settlement times.
Despite the bullish infrastructure developments, XRP’s market price remains under pressure. At $1.0357, the token is down 1.3 % over the past day, and the fear‑greed index sits at 11, classified as “Extreme Fear.” The market’s cautious mood is likely dampening any immediate price response to the liquidity boost. However, the asset’s resilience is evident: it has held above the critical $1 support level, and wallet growth has reached a three‑month high, suggesting that demand is still present even in a bearish environment.
The $900 million trading boom on the XRP Ledger underscores the scale of activity that is now possible thanks to RLUSD’s expansion. For retail participants, this could translate into more opportunities to trade larger volumes without significant price impact. Watching how RLUSD supply continues to grow—and whether it can sustain the current liquidity levels—will be key. If the ledger’s liquidity deepens further, we might see a gradual shift in XRP’s price dynamics, potentially setting the stage for a breakout once market sentiment improves.