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title: "XRP Faces Bearish Pressure as Smart Money Exits"
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description: "XRP's price is currently 1% above the lower boundary of a rising channel, facing bearish pressure after smart money exited on May 17. This has led to bearish signals, including a drop in the Smart Money Index and a potential bearish crossover of EMAs. Whales are reducing holdings, and retail selling is evident. A close below $1.36 may confirm a breakdown, possibly leading to a decline to $1.27."
datetime: "2026-05-19T17:57:52.000Z"
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# XRP Faces Bearish Pressure as Smart Money Exits

XRP's price is precariously positioned just 1% above the lower boundary of a three-month rising channel, following a significant exit by smart money on May 17, according to BeInCrypto. This exit has triggered a series of bearish technical signals, reminiscent of a similar event in late April that led to a 7% price drop. The Smart Money Index fell below its signal line, and the 20-day EMA is nearing a bearish crossover with the 50-day EMA, indicating potential short-term bearish momentum. Additionally, XRP whales have been reducing their holdings since May 12, while exchange inflows suggest retail investors are also selling. A daily close below $1.36 could confirm a breakdown, potentially leading to a further decline to $1.27.

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