Crypto analyst KingValeX believes XRP investors may be approaching the final stage of affordable accumulation, arguing that the asset’s next major rally could permanently change the entry point for future buyers.
In a recent statement, KingValeX projected that XRP could surge to $14 before undergoing a significant correction to around $5. According to the analyst, even that correction would leave XRP far above the price levels that long-term holders have enjoyed over the past several years.
His comments also referenced analysis from fellow market analyst Javon Marks, whose technical outlook points to an even higher target near $17.
KingValeX Expects XRP to Repeat a Rapid Breakout Pattern
KingValeX compared the anticipated move to XRP’s explosive rally from below $0.50 to nearly $3.66 during the previous market cycle.
According to the analyst, that advance occurred in a relatively short period after years of consolidation. He believes the next expansion phase could unfold in a similar manner, with XRP accelerating toward the $14 region before encountering major resistance.
Under his scenario, the rally would be followed by a correction that pulls XRP back to approximately $5.
While some investors may view a decline from $14 to $5 as substantial, KingValeX argues that the correction would still represent a dramatically different market environment compared to the sub-dollar prices that were available for years.
$5 XRP Would Change the Accumulation Landscape
A key part of KingValeX’s argument centers on how future price levels could affect accumulation opportunities.
The analyst noted that purchasing 15,000 XRP at $5 would require an investment of roughly $75,000. In his view, that reality illustrates how difficult it could become for retail investors to build large positions if XRP experiences another major rally.
KingValeX emphasized that the period of accumulating XRP at $0.30 or $0.40 has likely passed. He suggested that investors waiting for a return to those historical lows may be disappointed, arguing that the market has already moved beyond that phase.
According to the analyst, the difference between accumulating below $1 and accumulating at $5 represents a fundamental shift in the cost of building a meaningful XRP position.
Analyst Sets 20,000 XRP as Minimum Target
KingValeX also outlined what he considers an ideal accumulation strategy.
He stated that investors should aim for at least 50,000 XRP, while describing 20,000 XRP as the minimum threshold for those seeking significant exposure before the next major move.
According to the analyst, investors who fail to accumulate at least 20,000 XRP before a large rally could find themselves permanently priced out of acquiring a comparable position later.
His thesis is based on the belief that even a post-rally correction would occur at levels substantially higher than those available today.
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Javon Marks Targets Even Higher Levels
KingValeX’s comments referenced technical analysis from Javon Marks, who has previously projected XRP could reach approximately $17.
While the two analysts use different approaches, both share a bullish long-term outlook and believe XRP could be preparing for another significant expansion phase.
The forecasts reflect growing optimism among some market participants who believe XRP’s current price structure resembles periods that preceded major rallies in previous market cycles.
Price Action Remains the Key Factor
Despite the ambitious targets, KingValeX’s outlook ultimately depends on XRP continuing to build bullish momentum and break through key resistance levels.
For now, the analyst views the current market environment as a transitional phase between accumulation and expansion.
His central message is that investors still building positions should focus on current opportunities rather than waiting for a return to historical lows that may never materialize.
Whether XRP reaches $14, $17, or falls short of those projections, KingValeX believes the next major move could redefine what investors consider a “cheap” XRP price for years to come.
