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TLDR: XRP’s Coinbase Premium turned negative at -0.0364, marking a clear shift from mid-March positive readings. The premium held between +0.04 and +0.05 from March 10–22, reflecting strong U.S. institutional demand. A steady decline began March 23, pointing to reduced Coinbase buying pressure and weakening momentum. Higher XRP prices on Binance suggest retail investors outside the U.S. are now leading buying activity.  The XRP Coinbase Premium has shifted into negative territory, marking a clear change in market dynamics. The indicator compares XRP prices between Coinbase and Binance. It had held positive levels from March 10 through March 22. A steady decline then began on March 23. The latest reading stands at -0.0364, pointing to reduced institutional buying on Coinbase and a broader shift in short-term market behavior. Premium Held Positive Ground Through Mid-March Trading The XRP Coinbase Premium maintained relatively elevated levels during mid-March trading sessions. Between March 10 and March 22, the indicator approached values between +0.04 and +0.05. During this period, XRP prices remained stable, trading above the $1.35–$1.40 range. This positive spread reflected stronger demand from U.S.-based and institutional investors on Coinbase. Source: Cryptoquant A positive premium reading generally means Coinbase prices are higher than Binance prices. This pattern is widely associated with institutional buying interest and U.S. investor confidence. Throughout that stretch, the market showed consistent demand from larger participants. The indicator moved within a clear positive range without major disruptions. As trading progressed into late March, however, the premium began losing momentum gradually. The decline started on March 23 and has continued without any notable reversal since then. Each passing session brought the indicator closer to the zero line. The sustained downward movement marked the beginning of a clear trend change. By the time the premium crossed into negative territory, the market had already shifted…

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