XRP is back in focus as investors weigh how much regulatory clarity could change the token’s outlook. A new price scenario tied to the CLARITY Act suggests XRP could climb to roughly $2.50 to $3 by the end of the year if the Senate approves the measure before its August 7 recess.

The debate matters because XRP holders have spent years waiting for a clear legal framework around the asset. Ripple’s long-running fight with the SEC began in 2020, and the case was ultimately settled in 2025, ending a major source of uncertainty that had hung over the token and the wider crypto market.

The latest argument is that a successful Senate vote on the CLARITY Act would give markets a stronger signal on how digital assets should be treated by regulators. For XRP, that kind of legal certainty could improve sentiment, reduce risk concerns and support stronger trading activity heading into year-end.

Even so, the outlook depends heavily on timing and policy follow-through. If lawmakers move before the August recess, XRP bulls may see that as a meaningful catalyst. If the bill stalls, the token’s path could remain tied to broader crypto market conditions and lingering questions about oversight.