SEC Delays XRP, SOL, and LTC Spot ETF Decisions to October 2025, Approval Possibility Remains

The SEC has postponed decisions on XRP, SOL, and LTC spot ETF applications to October 2025, increasing market anticipation and potential price volatility. Analysts and asset managers predict elevated approval probability ahead of deadlines. Institutional interest could trigger meaningful price movement and increased trading volume.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has postponed decisions on XRP, SOL, and LTC spot ETF applications to October 2025, sparking market anticipation and potential price volatility. Analysts and asset managers predict a high probability of approval ahead of the deadlines, which could significantly impact these cryptocurrencies.

Emeren Group Ltd, which operates the Solana (SOL) blockchain, is expected to report a 38.2% decrease in revenue for the quarter ending June 30, 2025, according to analysts [1]. The company's revenue is projected to fall to $18.575 million from $30.06 million a year ago. Despite the expected revenue decline, analysts maintain a "buy" rating on the shares, indicating optimism about the company's future prospects.

The SEC's decision to delay the XRP ETF approval has generated significant interest among investors. Nate Geraci, President of The ETF Store, predicts that the XRP ETF could win approval by October, citing a 78% chance of approval before the end of 2025, as indicated by prediction market Polymarket [2]. The delay suggests that the SEC is carefully studying the risks and market impact of approving an XRP ETF. Additionally, the recently passed CLARITY Act could provide regulatory clarity for digital assets, potentially benefiting XRP [2].

Analysts are increasingly optimistic about XRP's potential price movement. Bloomberg analysts predict a 95% chance that at least one XRP ETF will be approved by the SEC, likely before October 18 [3]. This probability is attributed to XRP's clearer legal standing, as a federal court has ruled that XRP is not a security when traded on secondary markets. The approval of an XRP ETF is anticipated to boost institutional interest in the asset, with analysts highlighting XRP's advantages over Bitcoin and Ethereum, including its decentralized structure and fast, low-cost transactions [3].

DeepSeek AI projects favorable price movements for XRP, estimating that regulatory clarity, new partnerships, and continued positive sentiment could drive XRP to between $1.80 and $5.00 in 2025, with a more bullish scenario projecting a price range of $3.00–$5.00 [3]. The AI model emphasizes that the resolution of the Ripple Labs-SEC lawsuit has opened the door for XRP to be adopted by U.S. institutions, potentially leading to increased liquidity and market demand.

Market sentiment is another crucial factor. XRP has seen significant price volatility in recent months, with a sharp rise from around $0.40 to over $3.00 by mid-2025. While some traders remain cautious, noting that similar price patterns in 2018 and 2021 were followed by sharp corrections, others see the current sideways movement as a precursor to a larger bullish trend. ETF approval could act as a catalyst, triggering renewed investor confidence and price momentum.

Looking ahead, XRP’s price trajectory for 2026–2027 appears more stable, with moving averages and RSI indicators suggesting a strong long-term trend. If XRP can consolidate above $3.05 and break through the $3.25–$3.50 range, it may position itself for a potential move toward $5 and beyond. Analysts have not ruled out the possibility of XRP reaching $10 by 2028–2030, depending on regulatory developments and adoption in cross-border payment systems [3].

References:

[1] Reuters. (2025). Emeren Group Ltd expected to post breakeven results. [URL](https://www.tradingview.com/news/reuters.com,2025:newsml_L8N3U70LO:0-emeren-group-ltd-expected-to-post-breakeven-results-a-share-earnings-preview/)

[2] Coinpedia. (2025). XRP ETF experts say XRP ETF approval could arrive by October. [URL](https://coinpedia.org/news/etf-experts-say-xrp-etf-approval-could-arrive-by-october/)

[3] AInvest. (2025). XRP news today: Regulators open floodgates for XRP institutional takeoff. [URL](https://www.ainvest.com/news/xrp-news-today-regulators-open-floodgates-xrp-institutional-takeoff-2508/)