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XRP trading could get spicy after CPI report as futures bets hit highest since October: Crypto Daily

XRP futures interest climbs to heights not seen since October ahead of impending CPI data, sparking volatility concerns.

By · Published August 14, 2026 at 10:42 UTC · Updated August 14, 2026 at 10:42 UTC

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The story so far

900 million XRP tokens are currently locked within ETFs, yet market observers note this accumulation has not yielded the expected price squeeze. Investors are now bracing for potential market volatility as trading activity intensifies in anticipation of the upcoming CPI report. Coindesk identifies the current surge in futures bets as a primary driver of the expected trading friction following the CPI release.

Coinpedia notes the asset is hovering near critical support levels, forcing a choice between a potential breakout or a breakdown. Meanwhile, analysts cited by Yahoo Finance have projected a potential price target of $27 by October 2026, even as The Motley Fool indicates the asset has reached a milestone not seen since 2024. Whether these combined factors will trigger a significant price shift or maintain the status quo is currently the primary focus for analysts.

The market is waiting to see if the accumulation of tokens in ETFs will eventually influence price action despite the lack of recent movement. Coverage does not yet specify how the CPI data will ultimately interact with the current technical support levels or the established long positioning.

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The obvious questions

How many tokens are locked in XRP ETFs?

According to 24/7 Wall St., 900 million tokens have been locked up.

When was the last time futures bets were this high?

CoinDesk reports that futures bets have hit their highest level since October 2025.

What is the projected price for XRP according to analyst reports?

Yahoo Finance references an analyst projection of $27 by October 2026.

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