Pseudonymous market analyst Dr. Cat has presented a detailed forecast suggesting that XRP could potentially triple from its current price range to between six and ten dollars within the next two months, contingent upon Bitcoin's ability to rise to $144,000.
In a series of posts shared over the weekend, Dr. Cat highlighted that XRP's monthly trading chart against Bitcoin is "coiling" just below a significant Ichimoku Cloud level at 2,674 satoshis. He believes that if this month closes above 2,674, XRP could reach at least 4,135 satoshis in the following months. This would mark the first bullish monthly kumo twist for the XRP/BTC pair since 2018, positioning XRP in a rare "support-and-regain" configuration for altcoins in the current market cycle. The 4,135–7,600 satoshi range is identified by Dr. Cat as the "resistance/take-profit zone," indicating that prices typically do not consolidate immediately after such a multi-year breakout.
Dr. Cat noted, "If BTC reaches 144K during this weekly move, this price range for XRP in USD translates to $6–$10," suggesting that this shift could occur in August or September if Bitcoin's upward trend continues. However, he acknowledged that the risk-reward scenario diminishes above 7,600 satoshis, questioning if one would risk a tenfold unrealized gain for a smaller return. He indicated that he would exit the position at that point, although longer-term price targets above $30 remain "plausible" through 2026.
The XRP-USD chart also looks promising, with Sunday’s weekly close above $3.37 confirming an upward trend in both the cloud and the Kijun-sen, alongside a textbook Chikou Span breakout. Dr. Cat’s price projection aligns traditional Fibonacci extensions with Ichimoku theory, with targets of $4.53 for the N-wave, $6.31 for the E-wave, and $9.22 for the 2E extension. He stated, "With the condition of this weekly close, all of these targets are viable for the next one to two months, and $4.5 should be the absolute minimum," recalling that this target was also considered a "minimum" when XRP was priced at $1.89 in early April.
In the broader market context, Bitcoin is currently trading just above $118,500 after a quiet weekend, consolidating a 20% gain since early July. Meanwhile, Ethereum remains near $3,760, with market dominance shifting towards larger altcoins. XRP is trading around $3.55 after a significant 50% weekly increase.
Technically, securing a "monthly close above 2,674 sats" is critical. Failing to maintain this level could delay the kumo twist and risk another period of sideways movement against Bitcoin. Conversely, a strong move into the 4,135–7,600 satoshi range would confirm a major bullish shift in the long-term market structure, likely attracting speculative interest in the XRP-USD pair. Traders are closely monitoring whether the Chikou Span can surpass price levels on the weekly timeframe "this or next week," as this would signal a possible vertical market move even before a standard Tenkan-Kijun crossover occurs.
Ultimately, the potential for XRP to reach $6–$10 is heavily dependent on Bitcoin's ability to maintain its upward trajectory toward the six-figure threshold. If Bitcoin stalls below $120,000, the potential upside for XRP diminishes; however, if the rally persists, Dr. Cat's analysis suggests that $4.5 will likely be the first target, followed by $6, with the coveted $10 price point becoming increasingly attainable as market momentum builds. As of now, XRP is trading at $3.55.
