As the XRP price approaches key support levels, crypto analysts Casitrades forecast that the cryptocurrency is on the verge of a breakout. A potential surge in price could see XRP targeting levels as high as $6, with the conclusion of Wave 2 of its Elliott Wave pattern signalling a shift toward bullish momentum.

This technical analysis points to a possible market rally, especially if the XRP price maintains support above $1.90 or $1.55.

XRP’s Price Trend Points To Rally To $6

Currently, XRP’s price remains near the $2.08 level, consolidating between crucial support and resistance zones. According to Elliott Wave theory, XRP price appears to be finishing Wave 2, a corrective phase, with a possible reversal that could trigger a move higher. Crypto analysts Casitrade has spotted the $1.90 and $1.55 levels, where XRP has shown solid support in recent weeks.

For a sustained breakout, XRP needs to break and hold above the $2.24 resistance. This level is critical as it represents the 0.382 Fibonacci retracement. If XRP price can clear and hold above this price, analysts expect a sharp move toward the $6 target, $9.50 and $12, which aligns with the 1.618 Fibonacci extension.

A strong push above $2.24 would likely validate the breakout, allowing XRP to build on the current bullish momentum. Conversely, if the price struggles at this level and fails to maintain support, XRP could experience a brief pullback before making another attempt at higher targets.

Technical Indicators Point to Bullish Momentum

Early buy signals in the technical factors of XRP are pointing towards a bullish direction. The MACD histogram is green and the MACD line has recently crossed above the signal line, thus indicating a higher tendency for buying pressure. Concurrently, the Relative Strength Index (RSI) is still middle of the range, and that certainly provides some more room for price appreciation, if buying pressure persists.

Besides these, if XRP price is able to sustain above the $2.25 on the weekly chart, this will indicate a low at the $2.09 mark. According to analyst EGRAG CRYPTO, a full-bodied weekly candle above this price would confirm a bullish reversal, allowing XRP to target higher price zones such as $2.51 and $2.60.

However, short-term volatility has remained a concern despite such signals. Currently, there has been a remarkable increase in exchange inflows, with more than 55 million XRP moved to exchanges, which could put pressure on the sell-side in the market. However, analysts foresee a more positive, longer-term outlook for XRP due to the possibility of a Ripple ETF.

XRP ETF Approval Could Fuel Price Surge

Investor sentiment surrounding XRP is also being fueled by the growing excitement about a potential Ripple ETF. According to reports, analysts at JPMorgan are predicting that the approval of a Ripple spot ETF could bring in over $8 billion in institutional investments. This could trigger a surge in the price of XRP, potentially pushing it well above $6.

The approval of an XRP ETF is seen as a key development for the cryptocurrency, with analysts such as Zach Realtor suggesting that it could send the price toward $15. Such a move would also bring XRP closer to a $1.8 trillion market cap, making it one of the most valuable assets in the crypto space. The approval process for Ripple’s ETF is expected to unfold in the coming months, with the SEC set to make a decision on Grayscale’s XRP spot ETF filing by May 22.

In the meantime, Teucrium’s recently launched leveraged XRP ETF has already gained significant traction, attracting $27 million in assets. This growing interest in XRP-based products further strengthens the case for a potential ETF approval, which could provide the necessary catalyst for a significant price rally.

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Kelvin Munene Murithi

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