XRP’s Recovery Delayed Until 2026 Amid Market Challenges and ETF Uncertainty

The altcoin market is witnessing a resurgence, but XRP has been consolidating between $2.70 and $3 for the past two weeks.

Market Analysis

The potential launch of cryptocurrency ETFs could impact XRP's market momentum, but concerns remain about prolonged market corrections.
XRP's performance is linked to Bitcoin's ability to lead a price rally.
Spot crypto ETF applications are under review by the SEC, with high approval chances.
Institutional inflows into XRP reached $1.25 billion in the first eight months of 2025, with JPMorgan Chase estimating future ETFs could attract $4-8 billion.
XRP's current market cap is $180 billion, and even significant inflows may not influence long-term price action.

Optimistic analysts predict XRP could reach new highs of $4, $5, or $10, but short-term declines pose risks.
Polymarket estimates a 32% chance of XRP dropping to $2.50 this year and suggests recovery may not occur until 2026.
XRP's upward movement depends on Bitcoin's performance; failure to reclaim previous peaks could hinder XRP's rally.

Currently, XRP has risen to $3.0675, marking a 1.5% increase in 24 hours, which is modest compared to Ethereum's 5% gains during the same period.