analysis of how the Circle IPO provides a new, bullish benchmark for a potential Ripple IPO valuation of over $100 billion.

  • Ripple’s $80B token holdings strengthen IPO speculation despite no urgency to raise capital

  • XRP Futures Open Interest remains elevated, signaling persistent trader engagement

  • RSI nears oversold zone as MACD hints at weakening bearish pressure in XRP price

Crypto lawyer John E. Deaton has reignited speculation about a potential Ripple Initial Public Offering (IPO), arguing that the successful public debut of digital asset firm Circle has provided a clear benchmark for what Ripple could be worth. His analysis suggests that if Circle can command its high valuation, a $100 billion valuation for a Ripple IPO is not “far-fetched.”

Deaton’s commentary centers on a direct comparison of the two companies’ financial strengths, emphasizing that Ripple’s massive XRP holdings give it a significant advantage.

I know @bgarlinghouse said @Ripple is NOT in a rush to go public. They certainly don’t need to raise capital, which is often, a primary reason to go public. But TIMING an IPO is also a big consideration. If @circle can hit a 62B-75B market cap then @Ripple, with nearly 40B XRP,… https://t.co/MSFNMy6i8E

— John E Deaton (@JohnEDeaton1) June 23, 2025

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