Financial commentator Patrick Bet-David believes XRP has the potential to reach $1,000 per token, but only if it captures a significant portion of SWIFT’s global transaction volume. SWIFT, which handles $5 trillion in daily transactions or $1.24 quadrillion annually, dominates the global payments infrastructure.
According to Bet-David:
- Capturing 5-10% of SWIFT’s volume could push XRP to $100
- A full replacement of SWIFT could theoretically send XRP to $1,000
- Institutional adoption and regulatory clarity are key hurdles
The XRP Ledger (XRPL) currently processes only a fraction of SWIFT’s volume, but with increasing institutional adoption and the rise of stablecoins like RLUSD, experts see a pathway for growth. Bet-David also suggests that regulatory clarity—particularly an SEC case resolution—could open the floodgates for institutional investment, propelling XRP’s market cap toward $10 trillion, a threshold that could see it hit three-digit valuations.
XRP Bounces Back After Recent Price Crash
After a sharp decline, XRP is trading at $2.20, gaining 6% in the last 24 hours. Despite this short-term recovery, the token has lost over 10% in the past week, fueling speculation that it may have topped in the current cycle.
Key market developments include:
- XRP active addresses surged to 1.15 million, indicating strong network activity
- Whale transactions have increased, raising concerns over potential sell pressure
- Franklin Templeton filed for an XRP ETF, sparking optimism about institutional interest
While some traders remain cautious, analysts note that historical patterns from previous bull runs suggest long-term growth potential.
Can XRP Hit $280 by 2027?
While a $1,000 price target remains speculative, prominent market analyst Dark Defender has a more conservative projection. Based on historical trends, he predicts XRP could reach $280 by 2027 if the 2017 bull cycle repeats itself.
- Historical price cycles suggest long-term gains
- Institutional adoption will be key for sustained growth
- Regulatory clarity remains a major catalyst
With growing interest in XRP-based ETFs, rising network activity, and potential SWIFT integration, the token’s long-term prospects remain compelling. However, regulatory decisions and market adoption will ultimately determine whether XRP can reach these ambitious price targets.
