XRP Price Predictions: Potential to Reach $5.18 by End of 2026
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 09 2026- Market Optimism: XRP surged over 20% at the start of 2026, boosting investor confidence despite ongoing macroeconomic uncertainties, indicating a positive outlook for XRP's long-term potential.
- Policy-Driven Expectations: The potential passage of the CLARITY Act is seen as a significant boon for the U.S. crypto market, as it could provide clearer regulatory frameworks for XRP and other crypto assets, fostering healthier market development.
- Diverse Price Predictions: Changelly forecasts XRP to reach between $3.18 and $3.49 by the end of 2026, while Telegaon suggests a potential high of $5.18, reflecting varying market sentiments and investor sensitivity to price movements.
- AI Model Insights: AI models predict XRP's price range to be between $2 and $8 by the end of 2026, with an optimistic scenario suggesting prices could exceed $8, indicating that accelerating institutional demand could significantly drive price increases.
About the author
Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
