Spot & ETFs
XRP ETF Inflows Surge to Record Highs, Targeting $1.70 Resistance
XRP has recently experienced a notable surge, touching approximately $1.70 around August 22, marking its best weekly gain since late 2024. This rally is attributed to substantial institutional investments in spot XRP exchange-traded funds (ETFs), which recorded net inflows of $110.49 million during the week ending August 28, the highest weekly total for 2026.
The cumulative inflows for XRP ETFs have now reached about $1.66 billion, setting a new all-time record for this product class, which was launched in November 2025. The Bitwise ETF led the charge, attracting around $59.95 million during the peak week, while Franklin Templeton contributed approximately $28.7 million. Together, these funds accounted for the majority of the weekly inflows, bringing total net assets across all XRP ETFs to around $1.44 billion.
Analysts have identified $1.70 as a critical resistance level for XRP. After reaching this point, the token experienced a pullback, yet the influx of ETF investments remained strong. This divergence is seen as a bullish signal, suggesting that the price correction is due to short-term profit-taking rather than a fundamental shift in market sentiment.
The resolution of the SEC lawsuit against Ripple and subsequent ETF approvals in late 2025 have opened new avenues for XRP, leading to a significant increase in institutional interest. Traders are now focused on whether XRP can successfully retest and hold above the $1.70 level. A strong breakout above this resistance, particularly with continued ETF inflows exceeding $100 million per week, could pave the way for a move towards the $2.00 mark.
New Insights on Ethereum ETFs
- On August 5, 2026, US spot Ethereum ETFs recorded net inflows of $60.86 million.
- Cumulative net inflows into US spot Ethereum ETFs have reached between $12 billion and $13 billion since their launch in July 2024.
- Total assets under management for Ethereum ETFs are estimated to be between $12 billion and $15 billion.
- BlackRock's iShares Ethereum Trust (ETHA) accounts for an estimated 47% to 72% of recent category inflows, with assets under management between $6.5 billion and $8 billion.
- August 2026 saw Ethereum ETFs experience a nine-to-ten day streak of consecutive net buying totaling over $1.42 billion.
- Single-day inflow peaks during this streak exceeded $225 million, marking August 2026 as the strongest month for Ethereum ETF inflows since August 2025.
- BlackRock has filed for a second Ethereum product, ETHB, in addition to its existing ETHA.
FAQ
What recent milestone did XRP achieve in terms of ETF inflows?
XRP ETFs recorded net inflows of $110.49 million during the week ending August 28, marking the highest weekly total for 2026.
What is the significance of the $1.70 resistance level for XRP?
Analysts have identified $1.70 as a critical resistance level for XRP. A strong breakout above this level could lead to further price increases, potentially reaching the $2.00 mark.
How much have cumulative inflows for XRP ETFs reached?
The cumulative inflows for XRP ETFs have now reached approximately $1.66 billion, setting a new all-time record for this product class.
Which ETFs contributed significantly to the recent inflows for XRP?
The Bitwise ETF attracted around $59.95 million, while Franklin Templeton contributed approximately $28.7 million, together accounting for the majority of the weekly inflows.
What factors are contributing to the bullish sentiment around XRP?
The resolution of the SEC lawsuit against Ripple and subsequent ETF approvals in late 2025 have increased institutional interest in XRP, leading to strong inflows and a bullish market sentiment.