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The long-standing debate between XRP and Ethereum has resurfaced, with analysts split over which asset is likely to outperform in the months ahead.

A recent market update by CryptoBull highlighted a potentially decisive moment on the XRP/ETH chart, noting that XRP’s recent bounce from a critical support zone mirrors patterns seen in 2017.

The chart formed a falling wedge, a setup that historically precedes strong upside momentum, causing some traders to speculate that XRP could outperform Ethereum in the near term before Ethereum reclaims dominance later.

Ethereum, however, is firmly entrenched as the second-largest cryptocurrency, and its price action continues to reflect investor caution ahead of major macro events.

After a sharp correction, ETH found solid support between $3,900 and $3,950. Market observers suggest that recent selling was primarily driven by investors de-risking ahead of the Federal Reserve’s FOMC meeting.

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If U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell adopts a dovish tone, analysts expect Ethereum to regain momentum and potentially rally back toward its $4,400 resistance level.

Meanwhile, XRP has shown surprising resilience. After reclaiming a key technical level, traders see potential for a swift move toward $3.00 if current momentum holds.

However, a drop below the reclaimed zone could see prices revisit the lower $2 range.

XRP’s overall outlook hinges on several major catalysts, including the resolution of Ripple’s long-running lawsuit with the SEC and the pending ETF filings from major firms. 

A favorable ETF approval could be a turning point for institutional adoption, while setbacks may delay progress.

In other news, Ripple recently lost Western Union to Solana for stablecoin integration, signaling a rise in competition in cross-border payments. Yet partnerships with Santander, SBI Holdings, and the rollout of the RLUSD stablecoin keep XRP relevant in the market.

On the other hand, Ethereum’s upcoming Fusaka upgrade and potential approval of staking-enabled ETFs could strengthen its lead in DeFi and institutional adoption.