After a small recovery in early April, XRP’s price has settled around $1.4. Interestingly, a well-known analyst on X (formerly Twitter) has set a bold target for the altcoin, predicting it could reach $13 in the next market cycle. But getting there won’t be simple—XRP might see a price drop first.
Price Could Fall to $0.9 Before Next Bull Run: Analyst
In a post on X on April 25, crypto analyst Ali Martinez suggested that XRP could hit as high as $13 in the next bull run. However, he also noted that the cryptocurrency might need to fall below $1 before that big move happens.
This prediction is based on an ascending triangle pattern on XRP’s monthly chart. An ascending triangle is a technical analysis pattern that looks like an upside-down right triangle, with a flat top (usually resistance) and a rising bottom line (connecting higher lows). This pattern is often seen as a pause in an uptrend, with prices typically breaking out upward. But if the price breaks below the lower trendline, it can signal a reversal and a bearish trend.
As the chart shows, the ascending triangle has shaped XRP’s price over the past few years, with the top around $3.32 acting as resistance since early 2025. Since then, XRP has been trending downward, and Martinez expects a potential bear-market bottom near the lower trendline, around $0.9.
If XRP does bottom at $0.9, Martinez believes it could rise as high as $13 in the next bull run. A more conservative target for investors might be around $3.32, which was the token’s high in the previous cycle. It’s worth noting that if XRP faces more bearish pressure and breaks below the $0.9 support, it could drop as low as $0.11, where the next major support level is.
XRP Price at a Glance
Right now, XRP is trading at about $1.43, down 0.5% in the last 24 hours. According to CoinGecko, the altcoin has risen over 6% in the past month, reflecting a improving crypto market in the second quarter of 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here is a list of FAQs based on the topic Is XRP Ready for the Next Bull Run Heres How This Analyst Reached a 13 Target
BeginnerLevel Questions
1 What is a bull run for XRP
A bull run is a period when the price of XRP rises significantly over a short time often driven by positive news investor excitement or market trends
2 Why does this analyst think XRP can reach 13
The analyst likely used technical analysis or fundamental factors to predict that XRPs market cap could grow to a level where each token is worth 13
3 Is 13 a realistic price for XRP
Its a very optimistic target For XRP to hit 13 its market cap would need to be over 700 billion Its possible in a massive bull market but not guaranteed
4 What makes XRP different from Bitcoin or Ethereum
XRP is designed for fast cheap crossborder payments not as a store of value or a platform for apps Its used by banks and financial institutions
5 Do I need to buy XRP now to prepare for the next bull run
Not necessarily Many investors buy during price dips or when they see strong fundamentals Always do your own research and never invest money you cant afford to lose
IntermediateLevel Questions
6 How did the analyst use technical analysis to set a 13 target
They likely looked at historical price patterns and measured the expected move from a breakout point If XRP breaks a key resistance level the projected price can be calculated
7 What role does the SEC lawsuit play in the 13 prediction
The analyst probably assumes a final legal win for Ripple If the lawsuit is fully resolved it removes regulatory uncertainty which could trigger a massive price surge
8 What are the biggest risks that could stop XRP from reaching 13
A prolonged bear market or recession
An unfavorable legal outcome
Competition from other payment coins
Loss of banking