XRP is currently trading close to the $3 range, but market analyst Zach Rector has suggested that the token has significant upside potential in the near term. He believes that the price could reasonably double ahead of the approval of U.S.-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs), although he also cautions that investors should prepare for a potential correction once approvals are finalized. Anticipation of ETF-Driven Gains In his most recent analysis, Rector explained that speculation surrounding XRP ETF approvals may drive strong demand in the coming months. He compared the current situation to previous cases involving Bitcoin and Ethereum. Before their ETFs were approved, Bitcoin advanced by nearly 80 percent, while Ethereum gained around 25 percent. However, once trading began, both assets faced notable declines. Bitcoin retraced by roughly 30 percent, and Ethereum fell by about 40 percent. XRP can easily double from here. pic.twitter.com/btU1ouQ1lg — Zach Rector (@ZachRector7) August 21, 2025 Applying these observations to XRP, Rector argued that a similar trajectory is possible. He expects strong accumulation leading into the approvals, which could propel XRP’s value to levels twice as high as its current price. At the same time, he warned that a significant pullback may follow once the ETFs officially begin trading. SEC Decision Timeline Extends Into October The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has postponed rulings on multiple XRP spot ETF applications, including those submitted by major firms such as Grayscale, 21Shares, and CoinShares. The final deadline for decisions has now been set for late October 2025. According to Rector, this delay creates a clear timeline that traders and institutional participants will be watching closely. He emphasized that the period leading up to the October deadline could see intensified speculative trading, with the final ruling likely to trigger either a wave of profit-taking or further market momentum, depending on the outcome. We are on twitter, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) July 15, 2023 Institutional Capital Could Shift the Outlook While he acknowledged the risk of a short-term correction after approval, Rector also noted that inflows from institutional investors could alter the post-launch trajectory. Industry forecasts suggest that billions of dollars may move into XRP ETFs once they become available. For instance, Steven McClurg, Chief Executive of Canary Capital, has estimated that XRP could attract approximately $5 billion within the first month of trading. Analysts at JPMorgan have issued their own projections , suggesting inflows of up to $8 billion over the first year. Under scenarios of strong institutional participation, some models have placed XRP’s potential price at $26 or higher. Multiple Catalysts Converge in October October 2025 could be a decisive month not only because of the ETF deadlines but also due to Ripple’s pending federal banking charter application with the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. Ripple applied earlier this year, and the review period indicates that a decision is also likely in October. If both the ETF rulings and the banking charter approval occur in the same month, XRP and Ripple would be positioned at the center of two major regulatory milestones. According to Rector, the convergence of these events could create significant volatility but also set the stage for broader institutional engagement with both Ripple as a company and XRP as a digital asset. Disclaimer : This content is meant to inform and should not be considered financial advice. The views expressed in this article may include the author’s personal opinions and do not represent Times Tabloid’s opinion. Readers are urged to do in-depth research before making any investment decisions. Any action taken by the reader is strictly at their own risk. Times Tabloid is not responsible for any financial losses. Follow us on Twitter , Facebook , Telegram , and Google News The post Expert Says XRP Could Double in Value Before This Time appeared first on Times Tabloid .