XRP Could Skyrocket to $10—But Only If Bitcoin Hits This Level
If you’ve been watching XRP lately, buckle up—because one market expert believes it’s on the verge of a massive breakout. And the catalyst? Bitcoin hitting $144,000.
That’s right. According to pseudonymous crypto analyst Dr Cat, XRP could surge 2–3x in the next 60 days, climbing from its current range to between $6 and $10—but only if Bitcoin continues its upward march.
Let’s break down the roadmap.
XRP Is Coiling. A Breakout Could Be Imminent
In a weekend thread that got the crypto community buzzing, Dr Cat pointed to XRP’s monthly chart versus Bitcoin (BTC). What’s happening? The pair is “coiling” just under a critical resistance level on the Ichimoku Cloud—specifically at 2,674 satoshis.
“If XRP can close this month above that line, the next move could send it toward 4,135 sats—and maybe even 7,600,” he explained.
This wouldn’t be just another rally. It would mark the first bullish ‘kumo twist’ on the monthly chart since 2018—a rare and powerful setup that often precedes explosive moves in crypto.
The Magic Zone: 4,135 to 7,600 Satoshis
Dr Cat describes the 4,135–7,600 satoshi zone as a major resistance and take-profit region. Historically, assets that break out from long-term ranges like this tend to wick quickly into upper resistance levels before cooling off. XRP, he believes, could follow that exact playbook.
And here’s the kicker: If Bitcoin hits $144K, this breakout zone for XRP translates into a USD price of $6–$10.
His timeline? August or September—if Bitcoin’s trend steepens.
But there’s a caveat: the risk-reward equation changes drastically above 7,600 sats. “Would you risk a 10x unrealized gain for just another 0.7x?” Dr Cat asked. His strategy? He’d begin rotating out, even though $30+ targets by 2026 still remain on his long-term radar.
The XRP/USD Chart Tells the Same Story
This isn’t just about XRP vs BTC. The XRP/USD chart is flashing bullish signals too.
XRP recently closed the week above $3.37, which flipped both the Ichimoku Cloud and Kijun-sen into bullish territory. Even more significant? A textbook Chikou Span breakout—a rare and powerful indicator in the Ichimoku time-cycle known as the Henka-Bi candle.
Dr Cat’s Ichimoku-Fibonacci fusion model paints three key price targets:
- $4.53 (N-wave objective)
- $6.31 (E-wave target)
- $9.22 (2E extension)
With the recent weekly close, he believes all three are now “on the table.” At minimum, $4.5 should be expected—a level he had previously called when XRP was still under $2 back in April.
Bitcoin’s Breakout Is the Key
Here’s where the macro picture matters. At the time of writing, Bitcoin is trading around $118,500, consolidating after a 20% rally since July began. Ethereum is holding strong at $3,760, while capital flows appear to be shifting toward large-cap altcoins—XRP included, which just rallied 50% last week, now hovering at $3.55.
But all eyes are on one level: 2,674 sats.
That’s the monthly close Dr Cat is watching like a hawk. If XRP fails to close above it, the bullish setup gets delayed. If it breaks above? It could be the first bullish structure shift vs BTC in seven years—a huge signal for altcoin traders.
What to Watch Next
For short-term confirmation, Dr Cat says to watch whether the Chikou Span clears price on the weekly chart. If that happens this or next week, XRP could enter vertical mode even before the traditional Tenkan-Kijun crossover appears.
Bottom line: the path to $6–$10 XRP hinges on Bitcoin. If BTC climbs past $120K, XRP has clear air. If Bitcoin pushes to $144K, Dr Cat’s confluence of Ichimoku twists, Fibonacci targets, and time-cycle symmetry could bring $10 XRP front and center.
📈 At press time, XRP is trading at $3.55.
TL;DR:
- A monthly close above 2,674 sats could send XRP to 4,135–7,600 sats vs BTC.
- In USD terms, this could translate to $6–$10 XRP—if Bitcoin hits $144K.
- Multiple Ichimoku + Fibonacci targets confirm bullish momentum.
- XRP/USD is already flashing breakout signals on higher timeframes.
- Keep your eyes on Bitcoin’s next leg and XRP’s monthly close.
