Strong XRP ETF Launch Fuels Initial Volume, But Price Pullback Follows

The U.S.’s first XRP exchange-traded fund (XRPC) saw explosive early trading volume, surpassing $46 million within hours of launch. Despite analysts expecting a bullish price surge from the debut, the underlying XRP token experienced a 2.7% decline to $2.28 in response to what’s known as ‘sell-the-news’ behavior, according to Bloomberg and Yahoo Finance. However, this launch is poised for major historical significance, already ranking among top ETF debuts of 2025. The success signifies a significant step forward for XRP and reflects the growing momentum within the cryptocurrency market.