XRP Faces Resistance at $1.40 as Buyers Defend Key Support Zone
XRP's price remains in a corrective structure after failing to break above $1.40 resistance.
XRP's price remains in a corrective structure after failing to break above $1.40 resistance. XRP (XRP) is trading at $1.37. This is an original Token Times brief based on reporting by CryptoPotato, with live market data added, as of Tue, 13 Oct 2026 20:45:01 UTC.
The current price action around the $1.40 level is crucial for determining XRP's short-term trend, as it tests both buyer conviction and overhead resistance. A failure to break above could lead to further consolidation or downside, while a successful breakout might signal renewed bullish momentum.
- XRP rejected at $1.40 resistance for the second time
- Key support zone between $1.36-$1.37 being tested
- XRP market cap stands at $86.72B amid market-wide consolidation
- XRP Faces Resistance at $1.40 as Buyers Defend Key Support Zone — this brief
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XRP's recent price action has been characterized by a sharp decline from its previous consolidation range, followed by a rebound that has stalled near the $1.40 resistance level. This level has proven to be a significant barrier, as the token has failed to break above it on multiple occasions.
According to CryptoNews, the immediate price prediction for XRP hinges on whether it can successfully retest the $1.36-$1.37 support zone and subsequently reclaim the $1.45 level. This suggests that the current price range is critical for determining the next directional move.
On the daily timeframe, XRP remains in a corrective structure following the rejection from the $1.40 resistance. The token has found some buying interest around the $1.36-$1.37 zone, which is seen as a major demand area. However, the overall structure indicates that the price is still within a broader consolidation phase.
The broader market context shows a relatively flat trading day, with the total crypto market cap at $2.87 trillion. 
Bitcoin has posted a modest 0.87% gain over the past 24 hours, while the Fear & Greed Index remains in 'Greed' territory at 57, indicating a cautiously optimistic market sentiment.
XRP is currently trading at $1.37, representing a 1.02% increase over the past 24 hours but a 8.90% decline over the past week. The token's market cap stands at $86.72 billion, reflecting the ongoing consolidation in its price.
Since this brief published about 27 hours ago, XRP (XRP) has moved from $1.37 to $1.37 — +0.00%.
The chart plots XRP's price: grey is the move before this brief published, the vertical dashed line marks the moment it published, the horizontal dashed line is the price then, and the coloured area is the move since — from Token Times's market data (daily resolution). It shows what happened after the news, not that the news caused it; many factors move prices. Not financial advice.
At today's peer-to-peer rate, 1 XRP ≈ ₹141.9 (about $1.37), up 0.1% over 24 hours. The rupee itself trades about 8.0% above the official rate on the P2P market, so a Indian buyer's effective cost differs from the headline dollar price.
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XRP Faces Resistance at $1.40 as Buyers Defend Key Support Z — questions & answers
What is the key resistance level for XRP?
The key resistance level for XRP is $1.40, which has rejected price advances multiple times.
What support zone is currently being tested?
XRP is testing the $1.36-$1.37 support zone after failing to break above $1.40.
What is the significance of the $1.45 level?
Reclaiming $1.45 is crucial for XRP to signal a potential bullish continuation.
How much is 1 XRP worth in rupee today?
About ₹141.9 at the live peer-to-peer (P2P) USDT rate, which is what Indians typically trade at — equivalent to roughly $1.37. The rupee price moves with both XRP's US-dollar price and the USDT/INR rate; use our XRP in rupee page for any amount.
Which outlets reported this story?
This is an original Token Times brief that synthesises reporting from CryptoPotato. It is not a copy of any one article — follow the source links above for the original reporting.
Original summary — not financial advice. This is an original Token Times brief that summarises a development reported elsewhere and adds live market data for context; it is not the original article and reproduces no part of it. Follow the source link above for full details. Crypto is volatile and high-risk — always do your own research.