XRP Rises After Early Dip Amid Institutional Interest in Ripple Shares
On December 19, 2025, XRP experienced a 4.26% increase, reaching $1.85 after an earlier dip to $1.797 during the session. Trading volume remained muted, suggesting limited market participation overall. The price movement included breaking through the $1.84 resistance level on volume spikes around 03:25–03:26 UTC with nearly 19 million XRP traded, forming an ascending intraday channel. Currently, XRP is consolidating just below the $1.87–$1.90 supply zone. A break above this range could indicate broader market acceptance, while failure to do so may return the price to a previous consolidation range.
Despite the rally, XRP lagged the broader cryptocurrency market by approximately 1.2%, indicating token-specific flow rather than a general risk-on trend. Institutional-sized late-session bursts suggest a controlled accumulation pattern rather than momentum chasing. Overall, the market tone remains one of cautious optimism, with below-average volume reflecting limited conviction.
In parallel developments, VivoPower and Lean Ventures announced a partnership to acquire equity in Ripple Labs. Their goal is to source up to $300 million in Ripple shares to offer to institutional and qualified retail investors in South Korea. VivoPower is seeking approximately $75 million in management and performance fees over a three-year period. While this deal does not involve direct XRP purchases, it underscores sustained institutional interest in Ripple-linked assets.
