As Bitcoin (BTC) recently slid toward the $60,000 level, accelerating capital outflows across the broader cryptocurrency market, major altcoin XRP (Ripple) was also at risk of briefly falling below the $1.15 mark. Amid this turbulence, a decade-long holder has drawn attention by pointing out a disconnect between current price action and fundamentals, suggesting the potential for a powerful rebound.
According to crypto-focused outlet Watcher.Guru on February 7 (local time), a long-term XRP holder using the nickname “Ripplebull Winkle,” who has held the asset for 10 years, said on X (formerly Twitter) that current price movements are abnormal. He argued that factors such as ETF outflows and regulatory pressure are preventing the price from reflecting fundamentals. Despite tangible progress such as bank adoption of XRP and infrastructure development, prices have failed to catch up, creating what he described as a “lag effect.”
“Fundamentals have completely changed. ETF fund flows, bank filings, and permissioned infrastructure are already live,” he emphasized, adding that “once prices begin to reflect reality, the recovery pace will be extremely fast.” Based on his decade of observing XRP, he suggested that the current crisis could lead to a sharp rebound as the mismatch between fundamentals and price is resolved.
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has also sought to steady investor sentiment amid market fear. Quoting Warren Buffett’s famous line, “Be fearful when others are greedy, and greedy when others are fearful,” he hinted that the current sell-off could present a buying opportunity. This is interpreted as a call for investors to avoid being swept up by excessive fear and instead focus on long-term value.
Forecast models from CoinCodex also support a long-term upward outlook. According to the model, XRP is expected to reach $1.33 (+2.68%) by the end of 2026, then climb to $4.73 (+264.23%) by 2030. Looking further ahead, it projects $7.07 in 2040 and $11.21 by 2050, representing a 762% increase from current prices.
Ultimately, the consensus among experts and long-term holders is that the current price downturn reflects temporary distortion driven by external factors rather than damage to fundamentals. Once regulatory uncertainty and broader market weakness subside and fundamentals are reflected in price, analysts believe XRP has the potential to rebound faster and more powerfully than many other assets.
*Disclaimer: This article is for investment reference only, and no responsibility is taken for investment losses based on it. The content should be interpreted solely for informational purposes.*
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