Crypto analyst Steph Is Crypto (@Steph_iscrypto) shared a comparative XRP chart that aligns the current market structure with XRP’s 2017 cycle. The chart places two periods side by side. One shows XRP in 2016/2017, and the other shows XRP now. Both highlight a consolidation window lasting about 400 days. XRP moved sideways in a defined range in each case, with an unclear direction for this extended period. Steph summarized the comparison by stating that XRP “spent roughly 400 days moving sideways” in 2017 and has “once again spent about 400 days consolidating” in the current cycle. With XRP repeating this historical pattern , the analyst has bullish expectations for the digital asset. This $XRP chart is striking when you line it up with 2017. Back then, XRP spent roughly 400 days moving sideways, wearing out both bulls and bears. That long compression wasn’t weakness — it was preparation. Once price finally broke out, XRP entered its most explosive phase.… pic.twitter.com/vQMwjWFKkB — STEPH IS CRYPTO (@Steph_iscrypto) January 11, 2026 What the 2017 Chart Shows In the 2017 section of the chart, XRP traded in a narrow band for over a year. Buyers and sellers rotated control without follow-through. That range eventually resolved to the upside, with a sharp acceleration. The breakout followed a long phase of compression, not a gradual trend. Steph noted that the sideways move “wasn’t weakness — it was preparation.” That statement reflects how extended consolidation can precede expansion when supply tightens and positioning resets. The Current XRP Structure The present-day chart shows XRP trading within a similar horizontal range. The highlighted zone again spans about 400 days . XRP currently oscillates near the bottom of that range, with repeated tests of support and resistance. Momentum remains contained, but with the timelines lining up, the breakout could be imminent. The chart uses a 3-day timeframe, which smooths noise and emphasizes cycle-level behavior. In that context, the current consolidation mirrors the earlier one in both duration and shape. Steph pointed to this parallel when he said, “Markets don’t repeat perfectly, but they do rhyme .” We are on X, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) June 15, 2025 What to Expect from XRP Steph did not issue a specific price forecast, but his focus on the sequence reinforces the bullish sentiment. In his view, this consolidation phase historically comes before expansion. XRP has now spent over 13 months in this range , and may be nearing the end of its consolidation window if the rhythm matches that of the earlier cycle. Long consolidations often precede directional resolution. In 2017, that resolution came quickly once the price cleared the range. The current chart suggests XRP is in the same preparatory stage. For traders and analysts, that repetition defines what to watch next. Disclaimer : This content is meant to inform and should not be considered financial advice. The views expressed in this article may include the author’s personal opinions and do not represent Times Tabloid’s opinion. Readers are advised to conduct thorough research before making any investment decisions. Any action taken by the reader is strictly at their own risk. Times Tabloid is not responsible for any financial losses. Follow us on X , Facebook , Telegram , and Google News The post Analyst to XRP Holders: This Phase Is What Comes Before Expansion appeared first on Times Tabloid .
