4 AIs on When XRP’s Next Bull Run Could Start — Timelines and Targets
Four AI models (ChatGPT, Gemini, Grok, Perplexity) were asked when Ripple’s XRP might resume a sustained bull run after steep volatility since late 2024. XRP rose from $0.60 pre-2024 US election to a 2018 high of $3.40 in Jan 2025, hit $3.65 in July 2025, then fell over 60% to below $1.40 by Feb 2026. The AIs agreed XRP is searching for a bottom; some expect bottoming by spring 2026 (April) with recovery and base-building into summer. Reclaiming the 50-day EMA (~$1.80) or clearing $2–$2.40 were cited as technical signals that the bear phase is ending. Most AIs said a full bull phase is unlikely before Q3–Q4 2026. Longer-term targets ranged widely: several models suggested aggressive scenarios could push XRP to $8 by end-2026, and Perplexity mentioned $8–$13 for a consolidation breakout. Key short-term indicators noted: negative funding rates, diminished panic selling, and recent buying at $1.11 support. Risks highlighted include the absence of new major catalysts (SEC settlement and spot ETF approvals are already priced in) and potential for further downside before a confirmed bottom. Primary keywords: XRP, Ripple, bull run, bottom, 50-day EMA, price targets. Secondary/semantic keywords: spot ETF, SEC, funding rates, base building, institutional adoption.
Neutral
The article reports AI-based scenarios rather than new fundamental developments. AIs largely agree XRP is searching for a bottom and may begin base-building by spring with recovery into summer; however, they also note key bullish catalysts (SEC resolution, spot ETFs) are already priced in. Technical thresholds—reclaiming the 50-day EMA (~$1.80) or clearing $2–$2.40—are presented as necessary confirmations. Short-term market signals (negative funding rates, reduced panic selling, buying at ~ $1.11) slightly favor stabilization, but absence of fresh, concrete catalysts and the possibility of further downside keep the outlook cautious. This produces a neutral market impact: traders may see increased trading around support and key EMAs, but should wait for confirmed technical breakouts or new fundamental news before assuming a sustained bullish trend. Historically, assets that showed similar patterns (post-ETF/ legal catalyst rallies followed by multi-month corrections) required reclaiming mid-term moving averages and volume confirmation before entering a durable bull phase. Therefore, expect heightened volatility and range-bound opportunities near support levels in the short term, with potential bullish momentum only if XRP convincingly clears the cited technical levels or fresh adoption/news emerges in Q3–Q4 2026.