By TradingView
Publication Date: 2026-01-07 22:30:00
Perplexity’s eponymous AI has released fresh cryptocurrency price projections for XRP, Sui Network, and Shiba Inu heading into 2027.
According to the AI’s latest outlook, the coming year could see the three top shelf altcoins post new all-time highs (ATHs).
Here’s how Perplexity expects these standout altcoins to perform in a 2026 bull market.XRP (XRP): Perplexity AI Targets $9 for Ripple’s Blockchain-Based Global Payments Network
Ripple’s XRP ($XRP) has begun the year on a strong note, rallying 19% over the past week. Perplexity AI indicates that if current momentum holds, XRP could peak at $9 by late 2026.Source: Perplexity AI
In the previous year, XRP looked set to become one of the strongest performers among large-cap cryptocurrencies. In July, it broke a seven-year record by reaching $3.65 after Ripple secured a landmark legal victory over the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
For much of 2025, XRP traded between $2 and $3, falling below $2 during a broader market downturn.
The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is downtrending from 61 as traders take profits. While this suggests the rally has paused, XRP enjoys strong support at its current price that could help XRP lock in recent gains.
With the token currently priced around $2.19, hitting Perplexity’s upper target would represent returns of more than 300% for current holders.
Institutional adoption remains a key catalyst. The launch of U.S. spot XRP ETFs has already opened doors for major investors, echoing…
