XRP’s Path to $7: The Two Critical Catalysts for the Next Bull Run

XRP is poised for a potential surge to $7 in the coming market cycle, contingent on two pivotal developments. Following its breakthrough to a new all-time high of $3.65 in 2025—ending a seven-year stagnation—analysts now identify regulatory clarity and accelerated institutional adoption in cross-border payments as the decisive factors needed to propel the asset to its next major price target.

XRP Has What It Takes To Hit $7 In The Next Bull Run

The SEC filed a lawsuit against Ripple in December 2020, alleging that the fintech company sold unregistered securities. The lawsuit was the primary reason for XRP’s lackluster performance from late 2020 till late 2024. However, the court gave a verdict in 2025, bringing much needed regulatory clarity for the asset. The court stated that institutional purchases of XRP would be considered securities, while retail purchases would be classified as non-security. The court’s verdict led to a massive surge in investor confidence. Regulatory clarity is a major factor that could push XRP beyond the $7 mark in the next bull run.

XRP not only saw the settlement of the SEC lawsuit, but also welcomed the launch of several spot ETFs late last year. ETFs have become a core part of the crypto landscape, and XRP’s spot ETFs have seen substantial institutional interest. Goldman Sachs revealed that it has about $153 million worth of XRP ETFs. Institutional money is key for an asset’s price. Goldman Sachs’ XRP bet could be a signal that the bank is bullish on the project’s future. ETF inflows are expected to take off once the bear market is over, and XRP could climb to a new all-time high beyond the $7 mark if things go well.