Solana News Today: Retail investors shift from high-priced Solana to 4 altcoins under $5 eyeing 50x gains in 2025

Retail investors are shifting focus from high-priced Solana (SOL) to four undervalued altcoins below $5, which analysts and market trends suggest could generate exponential returns in the 2025 bull run. These projects—LILPEPE, XRP, BONK, and SEI—are being highlighted for their unique catalysts, growing adoption, and potential to deliver 50x gains, according to market analysis [1].

LILPEPE, an Ethereum-based meme token in presale, has raised over $8.5 million by selling 6.35 billion tokens, pushing its price from $0.001 to $0.0015 in Stage 6 of its offering. The token’s listing on CoinMarketCap, zero-tax structure, and upcoming tier-1 exchange listings position it as a standout opportunity. Analysts note its utility roadmap, including the Pepe Launchpad and sniper bot protections, as differentiators from traditional meme coins [1].

Ripple (XRP) has surged 50% in active wallets and open interest, breaking a seven-year price range to trade above $3.60. Institutional buying and a 89% Polymarket probability of an XRP ETF approval by year-end are cited as key drivers. Technical analysts project a 480% surge to $17 if the current consolidation phase resolves [1].

Bonk (BONK), a Solana memecoin, has surged 161% in 30 days, outperforming competitors like Pump.fun. Its dominance in launchpad revenue, with $553 million in daily volume, and potential inclusion in a Grayscale leveraged ETF filing underscore its appeal. Recent price action above $0.00003295 and consistent whale activity further support its momentum [1].

Sei (SEI) is leveraging DeFi growth through integrations with Circle’s USDC and CCTP V2, while its selection for Wyoming’s Stablecoin Project and pending spot ETF filing are highlighted as catalysts. The token has surged to $0.39 on volume spikes, with analysts forecasting double-digit prices by year-end [1].

The shift from SOL reflects growing interest in accessible, utility-driven projects. While SOL’s $100+ price point excludes retail investors, these alternatives offer entry points under $5. LILPEPE, in particular, stands out for its early-stage potential and community-driven structure. Market observers caution that altcoin volatility remains high, and outcomes depend on execution and broader market conditions.

Source: [1] [title1Investors ignore SOL and eye these 4 coins under $5 set to turn $100 into $5,000] [url1https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/68825d292eb2b3609475185e/]