According to Steph, XRP’s chart is closely mirroring Ethereum’s pattern just before its more than 20-fold surge, which took the asset from under $15 to over $1,400. Parallel charts shared on social media platform X show Ethereum’s 2016–2018 price action undergoing a prolonged consolidation phase within a rectangular range before a decisive breakout that led to a historic rally. Currently, XRP’s 2024–2026 chart displays an almost identical setup, with consolidation between $1.70 and $3.60, and a recent breakout above the upper boundary.
Steph suggests this could mark a transition from accumulation to expansion, a phase where prices often accelerate as investors rush in. If XRP follows Ethereum’s 2017 trajectory, the next move could potentially result in gains of up to 2,000%.
At the time of writing, XRP is trading around $3.17, maintaining its position among the largest cryptocurrencies by market capitalization. Daily trading volume remains in the billions of dollars, reflecting strong liquidity and sustained investor interest. However, technical resistance persists in the $3.40–$3.60 range, which will need to be breached with significant volume to confirm a lasting bullish trend.
A key factor supporting XRP’s outlook is Ripple’s resolution of its long-running legal dispute with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). In late June 2025, Ripple announced it would withdraw its appeal, with the SEC expected to follow suit. This development is anticipated to strengthen institutional confidence in XRP, potentially attracting fresh capital from investment funds, payment providers, and corporations exploring blockchain-based payment solutions.
Nevertheless, analysts caution that the comparison to Ethereum is only a reference point, and such an aggressive rally would require sustained bullish momentum, favorable macroeconomic conditions, and strong institutional participation.
With a combination of bullish technical indicators and improving fundamentals, XRP has emerged as one of the most closely watched digital assets in the market.
