XRP consolidates at $2 for 14 months; $2.50 breakout could target $3

On January 21, 2026, crypto analyst Darkfost highlighted XRP’s 14‑month base around $2.00 and noted Binance funding rates have been largely negative since December, indicating dominant short positioning. With price near $1.90 and a July 2025 peak at $3.66, a weekly break above $2.50 is viewed as pivotal for a move toward $3.00–$3.10.