Analysts flag range-bound XRP; US spot ETFs hit $1 billion in December 2025

On December 27, 2025, analysts said XRP may trade sideways until fresh catalysts emerge. Potential drivers cited include ETF approvals and wider integration with global payment rails, while Ripple has processed over $95 billion in payments. The token is down 14.63% year-to-date and trades near $1.84, with US spot XRP ETFs reaching $1 billion earlier this month.