Standard Chartered predicts a 525% price increase for XRP by the end of the year to $5.50, and at $12.50 by 2029.XRP is seen as tariff-resistant according to a USA Today report and plays a vital role in cross-border payments.A falling flag continuation pattern indicates a bullish trend for XRP on the price chart, signaling a potential surge.Ripple's network usage has surged by 60% in April, suggesting increased demand for XRP tokens and potential value entry points.Ripple acquired Hidden Road, a $1.25 billion brokerage, to leverage its stablecoin RLUSD for prime brokerage services.XRP benefits from the liquidity pool and market forces of Bitcoin, with analysts forecasting price growth linked to Bitcoin's performance.