Social sentiment toward XRP has entered the "fear zone," a condition that intelligence platform Santiment suggests has historically preceded rallies for the token.
Santiment reported on Thursday that its social data indicates XRP is experiencing "the most fear, uncertainty, and doubt (FUD) since October."
The platform noted, "The last time we saw near this level of fear from the crowd was November 21, and XRP’s price immediately rallied 22% over the next three days."
"As of now, an opportunity appears to be emerging just like two weeks ago."
XRP has seen a 4.6% decline over the past 24 hours, falling below $2.10. This performance makes it the weakest among the top 10 cryptocurrencies by market value. The token is currently 42% below its all-time high reached in July 2025.
Sour Social Sentiment May Not Be Bearish
Crypto analysts concur with Santiment's assessment, suggesting that XRP's current price drop is not necessarily a bearish indicator.
"XRP is looking less like a ripple and more like a puddle," commented Justin d’Anethan, Head of Research at private markets advisory firm Arctic Digital.
He explained that traders perceive prices as being stuck in a low-conviction zone, close to capitulation, around the $2 range.
"This isn’t all bearish, though, as those often mark a bottom that can then capitalize on legal wins, regulatory clarity, a US-first approach, and a long-standing cross-border payment value."
Nick Ruck, director at LVRG Research, stated that "despite the bear market, XRP is holding firmly above its key $2 level as growing bullish momentum is fueled by sustained institutional inflows exceeding $750 million into spot ETFs this month alone."
Spot XRP ETF Flows Slow Down
Net inflows into spot XRP exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced a significant slowdown this week, despite a positive start to trading. According to SoSoValue, inflows on Thursday were $12.8 million, marking the lowest figure since November 21.
Despite the recent slowdown, these products have maintained positive net flows since their launch in mid-November. The five XRP ETF funds collectively hold $881 million in net assets.