Speculation around XRP’s long-term value sharpened as analysts modeled what could happen if the token became a fixture in U.S. exchange-traded fund (ETF) baskets by 2035.
Projections ranged between $50 and $100 per XRP, translating to a $3 trillion to $6 trillion market cap. AI-driven models, including xAI’s Grok, suggested that the liquidity and demand generated through ETF adoption could dramatically alter XRP’s trajectory.
U.S. ETF Market Growth
Custom ETF baskets, introduced under the 2019 rule, have become critical in enhancing liquidity and diversification across asset classes.
Several issuers, including Canary Capital, WisdomTree, and Bitwise, have already filed for US spot XRP ETFs, with regulatory decisions expected by October 2025.
If approved, XRP would join a new wave of crypto ETFs, unlocking pathways for institutional exposure and mass adoption.
But analysts and investors are asking an even bigger question, i.e., what if XRP becomes a fixture in every appropriate ETF basket in the US by 2035?
Grok’s Projection: A Trillion-Dollar Market Cap?
xAI’s chatbot Grok modeled this scenario and according to its assessment, ETF basket inclusion could enhance XRP’s liquidity, drive accessibility, and accelerate institutional demand.
Grok noted that even a partial replication of Bitcoin ETF inflows could trigger massive buying pressure on XRP.
The AI model projected XRP’s value could reach between $50 and $100 by 2035, placing its market capitalization in the $3 trillion to $6 trillion range, assuming supportive regulation, continued Ripple partnerships, and massive adoption.
XRP Price Analysis: Short-Term Targets
At press time, XRP trades near $3.04, down slightly by 0.86% on the day. The 3-hour chart shows the token forming a bullish flag pattern after a strong rally, often signaling continuation to the upside if resistance breaks.
Bollinger Bands highlight resistance near $3.18 and support at $3.01, levels that traders are closely watching.
Source: TradingView
Momentum indicators show mixed signals with the MACD line hovering around the signal line, suggesting consolidation, while the Chaikin Volatility index points to rising uncertainty. The RSI sits around 26.7, deep in oversold territory, implying room for a potential rebound.
In a bullish breakout scenario, XRP could push past $3.18 and target the next resistance at $3.30–$3.35. On the other hand, if sellers maintain pressure, the token may slide back toward $2.90–$2.85.