Ripple’s XRP token seems to be having quite the opposite year in 2026 when compared to 2025. According to Santiment, fear, uncertainty, and doubt (FUD) around XRP has climbed to its 3rd highest level in two years. The development is also visible in XRP’s lackluster price movements over the last few years. According to CoinGecko data, the asset is down 0.2% in the last 24 hours, 0.8% in the last week, 1.8% in the 14-day charts, 4.8% in the last month, and 37.8% since April 2025. However, the rise in fear, uncertainty, and doubt around XRP could be a good thing, let’s discuss why.

Why XRP FUD Could Be Good For The Asset

According to Santiment, “Historically, when bullish comments get replaced by this level of bearish ones, the probability of a relief rally climbs significantly higher.” Going by Santiment’s analysis, XRP’s current low prices could be an excellent entry point for investors.

XRP’s lackluster price movements started in late 2025 after the crypto market saw an exodus of investors in October. Increased macroeconomic uncertainties and geopolitical tensions led to a risk-off approach among investors. Gold and silver became the assets of choice, and the crypto market took a hit.

While XRP’s current prices may be a good entry point, we may not see a rally anytime soon. The US-Iran talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, have fallen apart. We could see an escalation in the Middle East conflict if an agreement is not reached.

Furthermore, the Federal Reserve may not lower interest rates after its April meeting. XRP and the larger crypto market could continue on a sideways trajectory if rates remain high.

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However, we may see some positive price action in May. The Federal Reserve may reduce rates by then, and the Middle East conflict could see a resolution. XRP and other crypto asset may see increased inflows under such circumstances.