XRP News Today: SEC's October ETF Rulings Could Trigger $8B Inflows, Boosting XRP and Solana Prices

XRP and Solana Price Predictions Gain Momentum as SEC ETF Deadlines Approach

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) faces a critical period in October 2025, with multiple spot ETF applications for XRP and Solana (SOL) set for approval decisions. Analysts anticipate that institutional inflows could surge to $5–$8 billion in the first month following XRP ETF approvals, driven by limited exchange liquidity and long-term retail holdings title1^[1]. Coinbase's XRP inventory has declined nearly 90% in recent months, creating a supply shock scenario where institutions may need to pay premium prices to acquire tokens . Technical analysis suggests XRP could break out of a descending channel, targeting $4 by month-end, mirroring its July 2025 rally title2^[2].

For Solana, the approval of spot ETFs could catalyze a price surge to $500 by late 2025, according to market forecasts. The SEC's adoption of generic listing standards in September 2025 streamlined the approval process, eliminating prior requirements for individual rule changes . With over 100 crypto ETF applications pending, the approval of Solana products could signal broader institutional acceptance of altcoins. Analysts note that Solana's DeFi growth and staking metrics, combined with regulatory clarity, position it to outperform Ethereum ETFs in institutional adoption title3^[3].

The XRP ecosystem faces a pivotal October, with six ETF applications-led by Grayscale, 21Shares, and Bitwise-set for rulings between October 18 and October 25 . A successful approval wave could trigger a 35% rally in XRP prices, as institutions seek to acquire tokens directly from retail holders. Long-term projections extend to $10 by 2033, supported by Ripple's partnerships with banks, stablecoin projects, and central bank digital currency (CBDC) pilots in countries like Brazil and Palau title4^[4]. Analysts caution, however, that "buy the rumor, sell the news" dynamics or regulatory delays could temper post-approval momentum title3^[3].

Regulatory developments have bolstered confidence. The dismissal of the SEC's lawsuit against Ripple in August 2025 removed a major hurdle for XRP ETFs, reinforcing its classification as a commodity . The SEC's new listing standards require at least six months of active futures trading, enhancing market transparency. Meanwhile, Solana's staking-related concerns were addressed in August when the agency stated liquid staking tokens are not inherently securities . These shifts create a clearer path for both assets to gain institutional traction.

Looking ahead, XRP's price trajectory hinges on October's ETF outcomes and broader ecosystem developments. CoinCodex projects $4.37 by April 2026 and $5 by 2027, with $9.99 as a 2030 target title4^[4]. For Solana, the focus remains on the October 6–10 timeframe, with sources indicating a high probability of approvals. Market watchers emphasize that while regulatory clarity is positive, execution risks-such as a potential government shutdown-could disrupt timelines .