XRP Could Double ETF Market Share, Says Canary Capital CEO Steven McClurg

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Key Takeaways:

• XRP and Ethereum could see ETF market share grow to 6%, matching Bitcoin’s current lead.
  
• Ripple’s evolution positions it as a serious challenger to traditional systems like Fedwire.
  
• Altcoins like SUI and Injective may outperform legacy tokens, but XRP still shows promise for 2025 gains.

In a recent interview, Steven McClurg, CEO of Canary Capital, shared optimistic insights into the future of XRP and Ethereum in the global financial system. He believes both cryptocurrencies are on track to significantly increase their share of assets under management in the Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) sector, positioning them as key players beyond Bitcoin.

XRP and ETH Could Reach 6% ETF Market Share

Currently, Bitcoin holds a dominant 5.6% share of the ETF market, while Ethereum follows with roughly 3%. McClurg sees room for XRP and Ethereum to each reach around 6% in the coming years, as investor education improves and more people understand their value as financial instruments.

He emphasized that the simplicity and transparency of ETFs make them attractive to both institutional and retail investors, potentially accelerating adoption of these assets in regulated financial vehicles.

Ripple’s Global Partnerships Put It in a Strong Position

Despite Ripple’s long-standing legal battle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), McClurg praised the company’s resilience and global outreach. Ripple has built partnerships worldwide and developed infrastructure that could rival legacy systems like Fedwire.

“This wasn’t something anyone thought possible five years ago,” said McClurg, referring to Ripple’s ability to compete directly with traditional banking rails.

Mixed Investment Strategy Ahead: ETFs and Crypto-Treasuries

McClurg noted that the market is likely to see a blend of investment strategies: some will favor direct crypto-backed ETFs, while others will lean toward companies that hold digital assets like XRP on their balance sheets. This hybrid model, he argued, reflects growing flexibility in how investors want exposure to crypto without taking on excessive risk.

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Looking ahead, McClurg predicted Bitcoin could hit $140,000 in the current cycle, but he cast doubt on whether legacy altcoins like Solana and Ethereum will reach new all-time highs this year. Instead, he spotlighted newer entrants like SUI, Injective, and Axelar as having greater upside potential.

As for XRP, he expects a price surge—though potentially not an all-time high—driven by favorable legal and regulatory shifts.

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