The surging XRP price has pushed crypto analysts to predict more gains this year. One popular expert predicts that the Ripple price will jump to $15, a 340% surge from the current level. These pros cite catalysts like the surging Ripple USD (RLUSD) volume, potential strategic reserves, and an XRP ETF.
XRP Price Breaks Out As Pro Sees A Surge To $15
Ripple, which has grown into the third-biggest cryptocurrency, soared to a high of $3.40, up 580% from its 2024 low. In an X post, Ali Martinez, a popular crypto expert, said the coin was on a path to $15. He cited the fact that it had made a breakout above the symmetrical triangle on the monthly chart.
XRP Price to $15
A 340% surge is possible since the coin jumped by more than 315% from its lowest level in November last year. Such a move would push its market cap from $189 billion to $643 billion.
RLUSD Volume, Ripple ETF, and SEC Changes
XRP price has numerous catalysts that may push its price to $15.
RLUSD stablecoin growth.
XRP ETF approval.
SEC changes under Trump.
First, there are signs that the Ripple USD stablecoin is gaining market share as its volume surges. The 24-hour volume rose to over $185 million, passing some of the top stablecoins like USDD and PayPal’s PYUSD.
RLUSD’s adoption will likely continue growing after a crucial vote passed this week. This vote will allow the stablecoin to be put in automated market maker (AMM) pools, giving it more utility this year.
There are rising possibility that the SEC will approve a spot XRP ETF, a move that JPMorgan analysts expect will bring $8 billion in inflows. These inflows and hype may lead to higher prices this year.
XRP ETF Odds
Further, the SEC is considering making changes to align with Donald Trump’s pro-crypto stance. One approach is to pause some of the lawsuits filed under Gary Gensler, a move that may benefit Ripple Labs and XRP price.
Ripple Price Chart Pattern Points More Gains Are Coming
Martinez noted that the Ripple price formed a symmetrical triangle on the monthly chart. My view is that the daily chart provides a better Ripple price forecast since the coin has formed a bullish pennant chart pattern. This pattern comprises 2 key parts: a flag pole and a triangle.
It has now moved above the lengthy flag pole, meaning more gains may come. This flag pole had a length of about 500%, meaning that a similar surge means that a surge to $15 will come. The only caveat is that these patterns take time to materialize, meaning that a surge to $15 may happen in the fourth quarter or even in 2026.
XRP Price Chart
A drop below $1.90, the lower side of the pennant’s triangle, may invalidate the bullish view and point to a crash to $0.5, its November lows.
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