XRP Ends Q1 2026 with Significant Losses

XRP concluded the first quarter of 2026 with a substantial 27.1% decline in price, marking its worst Q1 performance since 2018. The cryptocurrency closed the quarter at $1.33, according to data provided on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, by CryptoRank.

Worst Quarterly Performance in Eight Years

This downturn represents the largest quarterly loss for XRP in approximately eight years of trading. In comparison, Q1 2025 saw XRP close at $2.08. The decline follows a period of prolonged market volatility that began in late 2025 and has continued into 2026.

Monthly Breakdown of XRP's Decline

The negative performance unfolded throughout the quarter, with XRP falling 10.6% in January. February saw a sharper decline of 16.2%, followed by a further drop of 2.79% in March. These consistent outflows also indicated weak institutional participation.

Recent Rebound and Future Outlook

Despite the challenging start to 2026, XRP has demonstrated a modest rebound recently. As of the time of writing, XRP is trading around $1.34, representing a 3.08% increase over the past 24 hours and reaching an intraday high of $1.36.

This recent positive movement has sparked some optimism among market participants regarding a potentially more favorable Q2 performance. Bollinger Bands suggest a potential bottom support level of $0.62.