The Motley Fool has issued a warning that XRP's price could drop to $1 by 2026 due to a lack of new catalysts and rising competition. The report notes that key events driving XRP's 2025 rally, such as the U.S. presidential election, the Ripple vs. SEC lawsuit resolution, and XRP ETF approvals, have already taken place. Without fresh developments, analysts suggest XRP may struggle to sustain its momentum. The analysis also questions XRP's adoption, highlighting that RippleNet does not require XRP to operate, and competing blockchains like Solana and Stellar are challenging XRP's speed. Additionally, macroeconomic risks, including potential stock market corrections, could further impact XRP's price negatively.