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XRP recorded a 384% rise in the last year, outpacing Bitcoin and Ethereum.
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XRP received $129 million in U.S. ETF inflows, surpassing Ether and Solana.
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XRP’s performance has remained consistent across various timeframes.
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WisdomTree highlights XRP’s potential as a portfolio diversifier with low correlation to Bitcoin.
Ripple’s XRP has emerged as one of the standout performers in the crypto market, recording a 384% rise in the last year. According to WisdomTree’s July 2025 Crypto Monthly report, XRP was the strongest performer among major digital assets, surpassing both Bitcoin and Ethereum in terms of growth. This remarkable performance places XRP in a favorable position as both retail and institutional interest continue to rise.
While Bitcoin and Ethereum have had solid gains, with Bitcoin rising 79% and Ethereum 14% over the last year, XRP’s consistency over both short and long periods has made it a more attractive investment. XRP climbed 35% over the past month and 38% over the last quarter, outperforming Ethereum, which saw a 106% gain over three months but only an 11% year-to-date rise.
XRP’s Growth Fueled by Increased ETF and ETP Flows
XRP’s rise has been supported by growing interest from institutional investors. Over the past year, XRP has seen significant inflows into both physical and synthetic Exchange Traded Products (ETPs).
In Europe, XRP’s physical ETPs registered a $946 million inflow, surpassing other assets like Solana and coming just behind Ethereum. In the U.S., XRP’s synthetic ETFs brought in $129 million, outperforming both Ether and Solana.
XRP’s increasing inflows are reflected in the growing market cap, which now stands at $179 billion. This reflects the heightened demand for XRP, particularly among investors seeking growth without high volatility. XRP’s European ETPs now total $2 billion in assets under management (AUM), trailing Ethereum by just $200 million. In the U.S., XRP’s synthetic ETF AUM stands at $136 million, showing strong interest from institutional players.
XRP as a Strategic Diversifier in Crypto Portfolios
One of the key takeaways from WisdomTree’s report is XRP’s role as a strategic diversifier within crypto portfolios. XRP’s low correlation with Bitcoin (0.63) makes it an attractive option for portfolio diversification.
This characteristic means XRP can provide a hedge against market fluctuations that affect Bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies.
The report notes that XRP is less correlated with assets like Cardano, Polkadot, and Solana, which show stronger correlations with Bitcoin. This makes XRP a useful addition for investors looking to reduce overall risk while still participating in the crypto market’s growth.
Institutional Support Drives XRP’s Performance
The performance of the Ripple token has been largely driven by institutional capital, with significant contributions from both U.S. and European markets. In the U.S., XRP saw over $100 million in inflows through synthetic ETFs. European markets also showed long-term allocations into XRP, further cementing the asset’s growing institutional appeal.
XRP’s performance has also been compared to other crypto assets, with its steady returns and low volatility making it a more appealing option for risk-averse investors.
As Ripple’s legal battle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has now concluded, XRP could potentially see even more institutional interest. With the threat of legal uncertainties behind it, Ripple may now move forward with disclosing previously confidential partnerships with major financial institutions. The potential for XRP to become more embedded in global financial systems could further elevate its price and market standing.
