Here’s What 1,000 XRP Could Be Worth in 2026

Altcoin Daily’s Aaron Arnold has flipped bullish on XRP, sharing a fresh take on its future value, especially regarding the potential of holding 1,000 coins.

In a recent video, Altcoin Daily co-founder Arnold provided a detailed analysis of XRP’s evolving role in the crypto space. He presented a dramatically different view from his earlier skepticism.

Once critical of the token due to its regulatory challenges, Arnold now acknowledges that circumstances have shifted—and with them, so has his perspective.

With the SEC lawsuit against Ripple now behind it, Arnold argues that XRP is no longer just another altcoin, but rather a bridge currency positioned for significant growth. He also highlighted several catalysts he believes support the token’s growth, chief among them being Ripple’s stablecoin.

The Stablecoin Catalyst: RLUSD’s Role in XRP’s Future

Ripple’s stablecoin, RLUSD, launched just six months ago and has already surpassed $500 million in market capitalization. It’s currently the second-fastest-growing stablecoin in 2025, trailing only BlackRock’s institutional USDTB.

Arnold emphasized RLUSD’s potential to drive XRP adoption through its integration on the XRP Ledger (XRPL). Currently, about 83% of RLUSD’s usage is on Ethereum. However, as more institutions seek faster, cheaper alternatives, Arnold expects that number to shift in XRP’s favor. He believes this shift could increase XRP usage and contribute to its burn mechanism, which reduces overall supply.

“More RLUSD usage means more XRP is burned,” Arnold emphasized. Moreover, he pointed out that even now, XRP is trading above $3, and most people still aren’t using RLUSD on the XRP Ledger.

Price Predictions: What 1,000 XRP Could Be Worth by 2026

Notably, Arnold shared two key XRP price predictions based on different Bitcoin market scenarios

If Bitcoin hits $150,000, he believes XRP could realistically reach over $5, making 1,000 XRP worth at least $5,000. Notably, 1,000 XRP is currently worth $3,110. Interestingly,  eight months ago, it was worth just $500.

Meanwhile, Arnold expects XRP could climb to as high as $9 in a scenario where Bitcoin reaches $250,000. Essentially, in his view, 1,000 XRP would be worth $9,000 by 2026.

His thesis rests on the assumption that high-quality assets with real-world use cases like XRP will rise alongside Bitcoin during the current major bull cycle.

XRP’s role as a bridge asset for global finance, combined with its integration in stablecoin systems and increasing institutional adoption, supports this outlook.

XRP’s Institutional Momentum Is Growing

Arnold also noted that 11 major firms, collectively managing over $240 billion in assets, have filed with the SEC for an XRP ETF. He compares this to the impact Bitcoin ETFs had on BTC’s price, suggesting that a similar influx of capital could follow an XRP ETF launch.

Notably, since the launch of Bitcoin spot ETFs, the price of BTC has surged from around $45,000 to over $123,000. Many commentators believe a similarly massive price movement could follow the introduction of an XRP ETF.

Ripple Teams Are Like Investment Bankers

Furthermore, Ripple’s executive team continues to emphasize professionalism and regulatory compliance, having already secured over 60 global licenses.

“They act like investment bankers,” said Teucrium CEO Sal Gilbertie, whose firm selected XRP for its real-world utility. “They know what they’re doing, and they will make this work.”

Arnold cited Gilbertie’s statement in his presentation. Notably, Teucrium launched an XRP futures ETF in April, and the product has been seeing significant inflows.

Ultimately, while Altcoin Daily is not calling XRP a guaranteed investment win, the channel acknowledges its growing strategic importance. 

With a stablecoin like RLUSD gaining traction, an ETF potentially on the horizon, and regulatory uncertainty diminishing, XRP could be poised for a stronger-than-expected 2026.