XRP ETF Approval May Trigger Next Four-Year Cycle
Sal Gilbertie, CEO of Teucrium Trading, predicts an XRP ETF approval in 2025, likely before year-end. He notes that XRP may follow Bitcoin’s four-year market cycle, with observable weekend trading patterns. An XRP ETF would simplify institutional access, reducing barriers for traditional investors.
Ripple’s pursuit of a banking license and deeper integration in cross-border payments could act as major catalysts. A regulated banking status may curb XRP sell pressure, bolstering confidence. Meanwhile, Ripple’s blockchain aims to streamline global transfers and challenge SWIFT, unlocking liquidity for banks.
On the price front, XRP trades at $3.11. Analyst CasiTrades highlights a recent drop to $3.00, followed by a rebound to key retracement levels. The next potential breakout target sits near $4.70. Long-term expectations reach around $10 if an ETF is approved.
Bullish
The prospect of an XRP ETF approval and potential banking license for Ripple represents strong bullish catalysts. Historically, the approval of Bitcoin ETFs in 2021 led to significant institutional inflows and extended uptrends. Similarly, an XRP ETF would lower entry barriers for traditional investors, increasing demand. Ripple’s banking license and SWIFT-challenging payments solution could further constrain supply pressure and enhance network utility. In the short term, traders may see volatility around ETF news and regulatory developments. In the long term, these structural improvements point to sustained upward momentum, potentially driving XRP toward multi-dollar targets.