April Ripple Price Prediction: Can This Week’s SEC Meeting Bring XRP ETF, SWIFT Deal?
On Thursday SEC will hold a closed meeting, which might propel XRP higher if they finally pass the Ripple case, increasing SWIFT adapting as well.
Early March Rally on Donald Trump’s Crypto Reserve Comments
Ripple (XRP) started March with a surge, briefly reaching $2.98 after U.S. President Donald Trump mentioned Ripple and other cryptocurrencies while discussing the National Crypto Reserve. However, the rally was short-lived as Trump later clarified that XRP, Solana, and Cardano (ADA) were not included in the reserve. This clarification triggered a sharp selloff, bringing XRP back down below $2, nearing $1.90. Despite the decline, the $2 level held firm as a key support zone, preventing a deeper drop.
XRP Chart Daily – SEC Settlement Boosts Optimism but Fails to Sustain Gains
Later in the month, XRP saw another spike, climbing 10% on positive news related to the long-standing SEC lawsuit. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse officially announced that the case had been settled, declaring that the legal battle was finally over. Despite this, XRP investors struggled to maintain the momentum as broader market sentiment turned bearish. By Saturday, XRP/USD had dropped to $2.07, reflecting ongoing uncertainty in the crypto space, however the $2 level held as support again.
Ripple also confirmed that it would no longer pursue its cross-appeal against the SEC. As part of the settlement, the agency will retain $50 million of the original $125 million fine imposed by Judge Torres, refunding the remaining amount to Ripple. While this marks a step toward regulatory clarity, XRP’s price reaction has been muted, raising concerns among investors.
April 3 SEC Meeting and ETF Speculation
This week Agency will hold a meeting on Thursday which might turn out to be a crucial moment for Ripple and its investors. This discussion could provide clarity on the approval of XRP-spot ETFs and offer potential regulatory relief for the cryptocurrency. If the outcome is positive, it may pave the way for Ripple’s expansion in the U.S. financial markets and attract greater institutional investment.
At the same time, Ripple’s integration with traditional financial networks is gaining traction. Reports suggest that over 10,000 banks have successfully tested Ripple on SWIFT’s payment system, signaling growing interest in its international transaction capabilities. Earlier this month, speculation surfaced that SWIFT was nearing an agreement with Ripple to incorporate XRP into its global payment infrastructure, however it remains to be seen how it will progress, particularly with the SEC case.
Future Scenarios: Can XRP Break New Highs?
The future price action of XRP will largely depend on regulatory decisions and institutional adoption. If the SEC withdraws its appeal, finalizes a favorable settlement, and approves XRP-spot ETFs, Ripple’s price could climb beyond the record high of $3.40 which was placed on January, with the possibility of reaching $5 in the mid-term.
However, if uncertainty lingers—whether due to Ripple reversing its decision on the cross-appeal, a failed SWIFT partnership, or the SEC rejecting XRP-spot ETFs—the cryptocurrency may struggle to hold its current levels and could drop below $2 and $1.90, which would open the door for $1.
With critical developments unfolding, the next move for XRP will likely be determined by the SEC’s decision on April 3 and broader sentiment in the financial markets.
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