XRP Analyst Looks on the Bright Side, Says “I Never Thought I’d Be Able to Buy XRP Below a Dollar Again”

FomoAnxiety · 2026-02-24T13:01:18+00:00

Analyst Austin Hilton suggests XRP's current price dip is creating a unique buying opportunity, driven by institutional interest in its technology rather than short-term price fluctuations, despite global market pressures.

FomoAnxiety

2026-02-24 13:01:18

Abstract generation in progress

XRP (XRP-USD) is currently feeling the squeeze between messy global politics and a massive, quiet move by institutions to build on its network. While many retail investors are panicking as prices bleed, analyst Austin Hilton argues that the real story is happening under the surface. He suggests that the current sell-off is creating a buying window that most people thought was gone for good.

Claim 50% Off TipRanks Premium

Unlock hedge fund-level data and powerful investing tools for smarter, sharper decisions
Stay ahead of the market with the latest news and analysis and maximize your portfolio’s potential

Institutions Are Actually Interested in Ripple’s Tech

A common mistake among investors is assuming that banks are buying XRP to pump the price. Hilton points out that financial giants are actually interested in the infrastructure of the XRP Ledger, not necessarily the daily price swings of the token. He explains the institutional mindset clearly:

“Do I believe institutions are buying XRP? Sure. Do I believe they’re buying it in mass to move the price of the token? No, that’s not my point.”

Ripple recently launched XLS-81, which created a shortcut for banks by adding built-in KYC and compliance tools directly to the ledger. Big names are already moving in; Aviva Investors AVVIY -1.53% ▼ is tokenizing funds on the network, and Bank of America BAC -3.75% ▼ recently disclosed XRP ETF holdings in its SEC filings.

Macro Pressures Create a Discounted Opportunity

The current price drop isn’t just an XRP problem. Global tensions between the U.S., Iran, and the EU, along with new battles over trade tariffs, are dragging down the entire market. If Bitcoin slips toward $50,000, Hilton expects XRP to follow it down. However, he views this potential drop below $1.00 as a gift rather than a disaster: “I never thought I’d be able to buy XRP below a dollar again, simply put.”

The major catalyst on the horizon is the CLARITY Act, which has an 80% to 85% chance of passing by April. This law would provide the legal green light that sidelined institutional money has been waiting for.

At the time of writing, XRP is sitting at $1.3307.

Disclaimer & DisclosureReport an Issue

XRP2.75%

BTC2.37%

This page may contain third-party content, which is provided for information purposes only (not representations/warranties) and should not be considered as an endorsement of its views by Gate, nor as financial or professional advice. See Disclaimer for details.