XRP News Today: XRP Gains Ground as Analysts Highlight Potential to Outperform Ethereum

XRP is drawing increasing attention from market analysts who suggest it may outperform Ethereum in the near term, driven by strong technical indicators and potential institutional adoption. According to CrediBULL Crypto, the XRP/ETH pair has reached a key support level after a three-month correction, which could signal a technical reset and renewed upward momentum [1]. The analyst noted that this support coincides with the mid-range of a prior 700% rally from year-early lows, reinforcing the case for a potential breakout [1].

In terms of XRP/USD, the asset has been consolidating for nine months above its highest monthly close on record—a pattern historically associated with strong market expansions for XRP and Bitcoin [1]. Analysts interpret this as a sign of pre-breakout accumulation, with the current structure reflecting profit-taking following a long bear market. The ability of XRP to hold this consolidation zone is seen as a positive sign that it may be preparing for a new wave of gains [1].

Ethereum, meanwhile, is approaching a critical resistance level after a recent five-wave rally from $2,100. This move has brought ETH near its previous all-time high, but analysts expect a consolidation phase as the market processes these gains. The pause in Ethereum’s momentum could create favorable conditions for XRP to outperform in relative terms [1].

Other industry analysts have added to the bullish narrative. Altcoin Daily’s Aaron Arnold predicts that XRP could reach $9,000 by 2026, driven by institutional adoption and the growth of Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin [3]. Zach Rector, another analyst, argues that XRP could double in price before U.S. spot ETF launches, mirroring the performance seen in Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs [4]. Standard Chartered also notes Ethereum could reach $7,500 by the end of 2025, but XRP’s potential is closely linked to its legal clarity and ETF approval [5].

From a technical standpoint, XRP is currently trading near key support levels. Some analysts suggest a potential correction in October could precede a bullish move in November [6]. For XRP to enter the top 50 digital assets, it would need to rise by approximately 52% to reach $4.48 [7]. A move above $3.85 could signal growing confidence in ETF-related optimism and broader adoption [8].

However, the broader market remains competitive, with Ethereum and other altcoins also showing strong potential. Analysts caution that while XRP has a solid foundation—particularly through cross-border payment partnerships—it must navigate regulatory uncertainties and market volatility to achieve meaningful price growth [9]. The asset’s long-term success appears tied to Ripple’s institutional relationships and its ability to secure legal clarity in major markets.

Despite bullish forecasts, analysts remain cautious. While some suggest XRP could reach $500, such a move would require a 100,000% price increase and is considered highly speculative under current market conditions [10]. Investors are advised to weigh both risks and opportunities, with XRP’s performance likely to depend on broader market dynamics, regulatory developments, and the adoption of Ripple’s technology in global finance [11].

Source:

[1] CoinMarketCap, https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/68ace50a287f9a46712021b2/

[3] The Crypto Basic, https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/08/25/heres-what-1000-xrp-could-be-worth-by-2026-altcoin-daily-founder/

[4] FastBull, https://www.fastbull.com/news-detail/ripple-xrp-news-today-august-23rd-news_6100_0_2025_3_9011_3/6100_BTC-USDT

[5] AInvest, https://www.ainvest.com/news/xrp-news-today-xrp-25-target-hinges-etf-approval-legal-clarity-2508/

[6] Token Metrics, https://www.tokenmetrics.com/blog/ripple-xrp-price-prediction-500?74e29fd5_page=30

[7] CoinCentral, https://coincentral.com/xrp-price-on-the-brink-how-close-is-it-to-joining-the-top-50-assets/

[8] AInvest, https://www.ainvest.com/news/xrp-news-today-xrp-eyes-3-85-breakout-etf-hopes-bullish-patterns-fuel-optimism-2508/