A new technical outlook suggests that XRP could be positioning for a significant breakout in the next major market cycle, with a projected upside toward $13. The forecast, presented by prominent cryptocurrency analyst Ali Martinez in an X post on April 26, pointed to a long-term chart pattern that has been forming over several years. According to the analysis, XRP has been trading within a broad multi-year triangle, a structure often associated with accumulation phases before large price expansions. The outlook highlighted a steady pattern of higher lows, supported by a rising trendline in place since around 2021. This support has been tested multiple times, each reinforcing the strength of the broader uptrend. XRP price analysis chart. Source: Ali Martinez A key level is the $0.90 zone, near the triangle’s lower boundary, seen as a potential bear market floor where buying interest has consistently emerged. Recent price action shows XRP respecting this support, bouncing, and beginning to trend upward. On the upside, $3.32 stands out as a major resistance level and prior rejection point. A breakout above it could confirm bullish momentum and pave the way for further gains. XRP price next target Based on the triangle structure, the long-term projection targets $13 by 2028. If XRP rises from its current price to $13, its market capitalization would increase proportionally from $87.8 billion to approximately $800 billion, assuming the circulating supply remains unchanged. Such growth could push XRP into the second spot by market cap, assuming Ethereum ( ETH ) records minimal growth over the same period. Overall, the outlook suggests a gradual climb in the near term, followed by stronger acceleration as momentum builds, a pattern typical of large consolidation breakouts. This comes at a time when XRP continues to consolidate after earlier 2026 volatility and a pullback from peaks near $3.65 in late 2025. It remains roughly 60–70% below its all-time high, with recent price action reflecting broader crypto market flows rather than strong independent catalysts. XRP price analysis By press time, XRP was trading at $1.43, down about 0.5% over the past 24 hours and 0.4% on the week. XRP seven-day price chart. Source: Finbold Technically, the market appears steady but lacks strong direction. Price is holding just above the 50-day SMA at $1.39, suggesting short-term support remains intact, while the higher 200-day SMA at $1.85 points to ongoing long-term bearish pressure. The RSI at 56.37 supports a neutral outlook, indicating balanced momentum with no signs of overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, XRP is consolidating rather than showing a clear breakout or breakdown. The post Why XRP is set for $13 in the next bull run, according to expert appeared first on Finbold .
