$XRP fell 3.8% over the last 24 hours to $2.39, after the Federal Reserve hinted at slowing down the monetary cutting cycle next year. Likewise, other cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum also saw price drops.

Some analysts, however, like Antonio Di Giacomo from XS.com, previously speculated XRP could reach $3 by the end of 2024. With the recent price decline, that seems increasingly unlikely, but things could still change in 2025.

Arthur Azizov, CEO of crypto business B2BinPay, is optimistic that "XRP could reach a price range of $5 to $7 in the first half of 2025." He cites the crypto's strong post-election momentum and Ripple's strides in solidifying its position as a key player in the crypto space through its payment platform.

The optimistic forecasts are based on hopes for reduced regulatory scrutiny on digital assets under the new administration and Ripple's advancements in cross-border payments.

While there aren't many bearish forecasts, it doesn't necessarily mean everyone expects XRP's rapid rise to continue next year.

This is likely because crypto forecasters are inherently optimistic about digital tokens and decentralized finance.

Ref:Elsa Ohlen https://www.barrons.com/articles/xrp-price-predictions-2025-crypto-bitcoin-df7f383c