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This industry leader is returning a ton of cash to shareholders, but remains available at a deeply discounted valuation.

The market may continue to trade near all-time highs, but growth stocks have done most of the heavy lifting.

This delineation can clearly be seen in the chart below, showing the performance of two index-tracking exchange-traded funds (ETFs). As you can see, there is quite a difference between the last six months' performance from high beta (growth-ish) and low volatility (value-ish) stocks in the S&P 500.

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Said another way, a lot of growth stocks' valuations have become stretched, while many Steady Eddie businesses remain reasonably valued.

Today, I will look at an ultra-high-yield dividend stock that has been left behind by the bull market and explain why it may be a once-in-a-decade opportunity.

Nomad Foods: Europe's leading frozen food provider
Anchored by brands like BirdsEye, Iglo, Aunt Bessie's, and Goodfellas, Nomad Foods (NOMD 2.31%) is the dominant force in Europe's frozen food industry.

Nomad holds a 47% market share among its top 25 products, primarily selling frozen food in the following categories:

Fish: Consists of fish fingers, breaded fish, and natural fish. This is the largest category for Nomad, equalling 33% of sales.
Vegetables: Ready-to-cook frozen vegetables account for 25% of revenue.
Meals: Products range from noodles, pasta, and lasagna to pancakes and other ready-made meals.
Poultry: Includes chicken nuggets, burgers, and grilled meat.
Ice cream and others: Consists of numerous ice cream options as well as pizza, soups, baked goods, and meat substitutes.

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Leading these categories across most of Europe, Nomad Foods' various brands are ranked No. 1 in brand awareness and preference among consumers in 12 of 15 markets.

With two-thirds of its portfolio consisting of protein or vegetable offerings, Nomad is well-positioned to thrive amid the global shift toward healthier food options.

Steady cash flows offset a hefty debt load
Thanks to the repeat-purchase nature of its products, Nomad is a very stable operator, generating consistent cash flows and profitability over time.

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While revenue growth has stalled recently due to consumer uncertainty, management expects free cash flow (FCF) to grow by 15% annually over the next three years as capital expenditures drop and efficiency programs take hold.

This growing FCF is important for Nomad as the company is home to $2.2 billion in debt, versus a market capitalization of $1.8 billion.

Typically, it is a bad sign when a company's debt exceeds its market cap. However, in Nomad's case, a lot of this is due to its discounted share price -- and its consistent FCF and profitability show it can easily handle its debt payments.

A once-in-a-decade valuation and an ultra-high-yield dividend
The main reason that Nomad's market cap is lower than its net debt balance stems from the fact that its share price is down 41% from its one-year high.

While there is nothing fundamentally wrong with Nomad's business, this sell-off matches what has happened to a lot of low-volatility stocks in the market, as I pointed out earlier.

Following this decline, the company currently trades at a decade-long low valuation, and its dividend yield is at an all-time high of 5.5%.

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What makes this ultra-high-yield dividend even more interesting is that it only uses 43% of the company's net income, or 35% of its FCF. These figures show that the 13% dividend increase investors saw to start the year isn't likely to be Nomad's last, as its dividend payments are very well funded.

In addition to this hefty dividend yield, management has lowered the company's share count by a staggering 6% annually over the last three years. This combination of ultra-high-yield dividend payments and hefty share repurchases makes Nomad a very shareholder-friendly investment.

Ultimately, Nomad Foods won't ever be mistaken for a growth stock. However, its industry leadership, stable operations, consistent cash flow, and generous shareholder returns make it a compelling investment opportunity while it trades at a once-in-a-decade low valuation.

Josh Kohn-Lindquist has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

Palantir and AppLovin have seen their revenue growth explode higher.

Growth stocks have been leading the market higher for much of the past decade, and with artificial intelligence (AI) still looking to potentially be in its early innings, there is a good chance this could be the case for the next 10 years as well.

Let's look at two hypergrowth stocks that have been increasing sales by 40% or more that you can buy this year.

Palantir Technologies
Palantir Technologies (PLTR 1.52%) has transformed itself from primarily a data gathering and analytics contractor for the U.S. government into one of the most important AI companies in the world. Its growth has been nothing short of amazing, with revenue accelerating for eight straight quarters. Last quarter, its revenue jumped 48% year over year to top $1 billion, led by a 93% surge in U.S. commercial revenue.

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The company's growth trajectory changed following the launch of its Artificial Intelligence Platform (AIP), which is now being used by corporations across nearly every major industry.

Instead of building its own large language model (LLM), the company built a platform that makes those models more useful. AIP gathers and organizes a customer's data and maps it to real-world assets and workflows, giving AI models the context they need to make better decisions and avoid AI "hallucinations." This makes AI more useful for real-world applications, which is why the company has been seeing such strong growth.

The company's next big opportunity is with AI agents that can not only make recommendations but can also take autonomous actions within customer guidelines. If Palantir can become a leader in AI agents, its growth could continue to accelerate even more.

The business is firing on all cylinders, but the stock's valuation is very expensive, trading at over 100 times 2025 sales estimates. However, the company is executing better than almost anyone else in the AI software-as-a-service (SaaS) space, and that momentum doesn't look like it's slowing anytime soon.

AppLovin
AppLovin (APP 0.08%) has transformed itself from a niche mobile game developer into one of the most explosive AI adtech platforms in the market. The company's Axon 2.0 engine has completely changed the game by using AI to optimize ad placement, targeting, and bidding in real time.

That shift has sent growth soaring. Last quarter, revenue jumped 77% year over year to $1.26 billion, while adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) nearly doubled to $1 billion.

What's even more impressive is that the company has also been able to expand gross margins and reduce costs while increasing revenue at this pace, which is a rare combination. Most of this so far has come from mobile gaming, but management is now expanding into e-commerce and web advertising, where the potential market is far larger.

If successful, this could be another huge growth driver. UBS analysts have said that early feedback among web-based advertisers has been positive, with its industry checks showing strong traction with companies testing the platform.

AppLovin is also rolling out a self-serve ad manager that allows more advertisers to directly run their campaigns, a move that could attract more small and mid-size advertisers. The company is expanding internationally, where the majority of gamers live. The combination of new markets and self-serve access could continue to drive strong growth over the next several years.

Short-sellers have tried to challenge the story, but AppLovin keeps delivering strong results quarter after quarter. Regulators have also reportedly asked questions about its data practices, but nothing material has come from it so far, and analysts at Oppenheimer see it more as noise.

If Axon 2.0 proves as effective outside of gaming as it has been inside, AppLovin's stock could still be just getting started.

Geoffrey Seiler has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Palantir Technologies. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

AI advancements, redesigned hybrid frameworks and outcome-based employee experience strategies will shape the future of work in the U.K., ISG Provider Lens® report says

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Enterprises in the U.K. are reimagining workplace strategies to balance innovation, resilience and sustainability, according to a new research report published today by Information Services Group (ISG) (Nasdaq: III), a global AI-centered technology research and advisory firm.

At some enterprises in the U.K., GenAI is no longer an experiment. Those organizations are harnessing its capabilities to improve operational efficiency and foster a culture of progress with continuous learning and adaptation at the forefront.

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The 2025 ISG Provider Lens® Future of Work Services report for the U.K. finds enterprises are integrating advanced technologies into core business functions while rethinking hybrid work design and acting on sustainability commitments in their digital workplaces. Increasingly, GenAI is enabling businesses to create hyperpersonalized employee experiences by analyzing vast amounts of data to tailor interactions and offerings to individual preferences and behaviors. By pairing these innovations with strong governance and responsible AI practices, companies are boosting both efficiency and resilience amid inflationary pressures and talent shortages.

“At some enterprises in the U.K., GenAI is no longer an experiment, but the cornerstone of workplace transformation,” said Iain Fisher, director at ISG. “Those organizations are harnessing its capabilities to improve operational efficiency and foster a culture of progress with continuous learning and adaptation at the forefront. But the majority of organizations are still waiting to see how other pilots work out before committing to deployment at scale.”

Hybrid work has evolved from a sudden trend into a standardized operational model, ISG says. Today, more than 60 percent of U.K. job postings offer hybrid or fully remote work options. Enterprises in the U.K. are crafting hybrid strategies that balance employee autonomy and organizational accountability. They are also enhancing collaboration, using work hubs such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom to facilitate seamless interaction among team members. Connecting employees, partners and customers through orchestrated workflows creates cohesive ecosystems that foster inclusivity and faster adaptation to market changes.

Another notable trend is how enterprise approaches to employee experience are becoming outcome-driven, the report says. U.K. enterprises are moving from static sentiment surveys to real-time telemetry and behavioral analytics to track engagement and performance. They are adopting digital employee experience (DEX) platforms, integrated with IT and human resources systems, to identify risks of disengagement early and allow tailored interventions. This capability equips organizations to offer targeted support, ensuring employee needs are addressed promptly and appropriately.

Sustainability and environmental, social and governance (ESG) commitments have become core to U.K. workplace strategies, ISG says. Companies are embedding sustainable practices into technology and supplier decisions, ensuring fair labor standards are met and reducing carbon footprints. Many are adopting smart building technologies, renewable energy sources and IoT tools to monitor and optimize energy use in real time. By aligning social responsibility with business objectives, they are strengthening stakeholder trust and treating sustainability as both an ethical obligation and a competitive differentiator.

“Sustainability is now central to strategic decision-making,” said Kevin Turner, principal consultant at ISG and lead author of the report. “U.K. enterprises that align ESG with business goals strengthen reputation, attract investment and create lasting value.”

The report also explores other trends in the workplace services market in the U.K., including heightened budget scrutiny that is pushing enterprises toward self-funding transformation and increased emphasis on using technology to unite IT, HR and operations for sustainable business outcomes.

For more insights into the workplace technology-related challenges faced by enterprises in the U.K., plus ISG’s advice for overcoming them, see the ISG Provider Lens® Focal Points briefing here.

The 2025 ISG Provider Lens® Future of Work Services report for the U.K. evaluates the capabilities of 45 providers across seven quadrants: Workplace Strategy and Enablement Services, Collaboration and Next-gen Experience Services, Managed End-user Technology Services — Large Accounts, Managed End-user Technology Services — Midmarket, Continuous Productivity Services (including Next-gen Service Desk), Smart and Sustainable Workplace Services and AI-augmented Workforce Services.

The report names Accenture, Capgemini, Fujitsu, HCLTech, Infosys, TCS and Wipro as Leaders in six quadrants each. Computacenter and DXC Technology are named as Leaders in five quadrants each, while Atos and Unisys are named as Leaders in four quadrants each. Microland, Movate and NTT DATA are named as Leaders in two quadrants each. BT, Capita, CGI, Coforge, Deloitte, Getronics, SCC and UST are named as Leaders in one quadrant each.

In addition, Coforge and NTT DATA are recognized as Rising Stars — companies with a “promising portfolio” and “high future potential” by ISG’s definition — in two quadrants each. Microland, SCC and Stefanini are recognized as Rising Stars in one quadrant each.

In the area of customer experience, Microland is named the global ISG CX Star Performer for 2025 among workplace services providers. Microland earned the highest customer satisfaction scores in ISG’s Voice of the Customer survey, part of the ISG Star of Excellence™ program, the premier quality recognition for the technology and business services industry.

Customized versions of the report are available from Computacenter, Fujitsu and SCC.

The 2025 ISG Provider Lens® Future of Work Services report for the U.K. is available to subscribers or for one-time purchase on this webpage.

About ISG Provider Lens® Research

The ISG Provider Lens® Quadrant research series is the only service provider evaluation of its kind to combine empirical, data-driven research and market analysis with the real-world experience and observations of ISG’s global advisory team. Enterprises will find a wealth of detailed data and market analysis to help guide their selection of appropriate sourcing partners, while ISG advisors use the reports to validate their own market knowledge and make recommendations to ISG’s enterprise clients. The research currently covers providers offering their services globally, across Europe, as well as in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Brazil, the U.K., France, Benelux, Germany, Switzerland, the Nordics, Australia and Singapore/Malaysia, with additional markets to be added in the future. For more information about ISG Provider Lens research, please visit this webpage.

About ISG

ISG (Nasdaq: III) is a global AI-centered technology research and advisory firm. A trusted partner to more than 900 clients, including 75 of the world’s top 100 enterprises, ISG is a long-time leader in technology and business services that is now at the forefront of leveraging AI to help organizations achieve operational excellence and faster growth. The firm, founded in 2006, is known for its proprietary market data, in-depth knowledge of provider ecosystems, and the expertise of its 1,600 professionals worldwide working together to help clients maximize the value of their technology investments.

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Waymo said on Wednesday it will offer a commercial robotaxi service in London in 2026, marking the Alphabet-owned company’s second international expansion following Tokyo.

The announcement to bring the company’s robotaxis to the UK follows weeks of speculation fueled by a couple of London-based job postings. Waymo already has ties to the UK. In 2019, the company acquired Latent Logic, a UK startup spun out of Oxford University’s computer science department that uses a form of machine learning called imitation learning to make self-driving car simulation more realistic. Waymo launched an engineering hub in Oxford as part of the acquisition.

In a blog post, Waymo said its all-electric Jaguar I-Pace vehicles — equipped with self-driving technology — will begin driving on London’s public roads in the coming weeks. Waymo will start with human safety drivers behind the wheel before it launches driverless testing and eventually inviting the public to hail its robotaxis, a strategy that it has used in other commercial markets such as Phoenix and San Francisco.

Waymo wouldn’t provide further details on when the company would remove the human safety driver or the size of the testing fleet. Waymo spokesperson Ethan Teicher did confirm the company intends to operate a self-driving car service for public riders next year.

When that robotaxi service launches in 2026 will depend on the UK government finalizing its approval process for those operations. 

Waymo plans to use Moove, a company that already manages its autonomous vehicles (AVs) in Phoenix, to handle fleet operations. Waymo has increasingly tapped partners to share the load of operating a robotaxi service. In Austin and Atlanta, its partner Uber splits the responsibilities of owning and operating a fleet of driverless vehicles. Uber handles the charging, maintenance, and cleaning of the autonomous vehicles, and manages access to the robotaxis via its app. Meanwhile, Waymo monitors the tech and the autonomous operations, including roadside assistance and certain aspects of rider support.

Waymo has ramped up its testing and commercial operations over the past two years, spreading beyond its initial market in Phoenix to several other U.S. cities, including Austin, Atlanta, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. The company also has plans to offer a commercial robotaxi service in Miami, Nashville and Washington DC.

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SINGAPORE, Oct. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EngageLab, a global leader in omnichannel customer engagement, made a remarkable impact at E-Commerce Expo Asia 2025, Singapore Tech Week. The EngageLab booth became a focal point for e-commerce innovators and industry leaders eager to explore the future of customer engagement technology.

Throughout the event, the EngageLab team demonstrated how its robust platform empowers businesses to seamlessly connect with customers worldwide via AppPush, WebPush, Email, SMS, WhatsApp, OTP, and more. Attendees experienced firsthand how EngageLab’s solutions drive higher conversions, stronger retention, and smarter, data-driven marketing for e-commerce brands.

Omnichannel & Marketing Automation: Accelerating E-Commerce Growth

EngageLab’s core strength lies in its powerful Omnichannel and Marketing Automation platform, designed for the fast-paced world of e-commerce. By unifying AppPush, WebPush, Email, SMS, WhatsApp, and more, EngageLab enables brands to deliver seamless, personalized customer journeys across every channel. With AI-driven segmentation, automated triggers, and real-time analytics, e-commerce businesses can:

Acquire customers efficiently with targeted, consistent messagingBoost conversions through personalized offers and timely remindersDrive retention with automated re-engagement and loyalty campaignsStay compliant with robust data security EngageLab helps e-commerce brands reduce manual work, increase ROI, and deliver outstanding customer experiences at scale.

A highlight of the expo was the keynote speech by Jerry Yin, Group Vice President of GPTBots & EngageLab. Jerry’s session, “Smart E-Commerce: Unlocking Global Success with AI Agents and Omnichannel Messaging,” placed a strong emphasis on the power of true omnichannel engagement. He illustrated how e-commerce businesses can break through market fragmentation by unifying customer touchpoints across multiple channels—ensuring every message is timely, relevant, and personalized, no matter where the customer is.

AI Agents in the Spotlight: GPTBots Drives Next-Gen E-Commerce Innovation

As another flagship product under Aurora Mobile, GPTBots provides end-to-end enterprise AI agent solutions. At the expo, GPTBots drew significant attention from e-commerce innovators and decision-makers for its transformative impact on operational efficiency and customer support. Many e-commerce brands expressed strong interest in integrating AI-powered customer support into their websites. Attendees were particularly impressed by the versatility of GPTBots AI Agents, which are already being applied across a range of critical e-commerce scenarios, including:

24/7 AI Customer Support: Instantly resolving customer inquiries, processing returns and exchanges, and providing multilingual assistance, significantly improving satisfaction and reducing response times.Intelligent Product Recommendations: Leveraging customer data and browsing behavior to deliver personalized product suggestions that boost conversion rates and average order value.Order Tracking & Notifications: Proactively updating customers on order status, shipping, and delivery, reducing manual workload and enhancing transparency. These conversations at E-Commerce Expo Asia 2025 reaffirmed the growing demand for intelligent, scalable AI solutions in the e-commerce sector. As a trusted partner to leading enterprises worldwide, EngageLab, together with GPTBots, remains committed to continuous innovation, empowering businesses to achieve operational excellence, sustainable growth, and superior customer success.

About EngageLab
EngageLab is a world-leading AI-powered omnichannel customer engagement solution provider, unites technology and versatility to offer seamless customer interactions and marketing automation across every channel, including Email, AppPush, WebPush, OTP, SMS and WhatsApp Business. It empowers businesses to build lasting relationships and achieve higher conversions and retention. With a strong focus on innovation and performance, EngageLab supports businesses in over 220 countries and regions, delivering more than 1 million messages every second across various channels.

About GPTBots
GPTBots is an enterprise AI agent platform that empowers businesses to build, manage, and deploy sophisticated AI agents without coding expertise. By integrating Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) technology, and an extensive plugin ecosystem, GPTBots helps companies automate complex workflows and enhance customer engagement across multiple channels.

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, /PRNewswire/ -- Yum China Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: YUMC and HKEX: 9987, "Yum China" or the "Company") today announced that it will report its unaudited financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025 before the U.S. market opens on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 (after the trading hours of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on Tuesday, November 4, 2025).

Yum China's management will hold an earnings conference call at 7:00 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 (8:00 p.m. Beijing/Hong Kong Time on Tuesday, November 4, 2025).

A live webcast of the call may be accessed at https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/4vatr2tq.

To join by phone, please register in advance of the conference through the link provided below. Upon registering, you will be provided with participant dial-in numbers and a unique access PIN.

Pre-registration Link: https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BI9e7407ad602f441ea518cca00c739e9d 

A replay of the webcast will be available two hours after the event and will remain accessible until November 3, 2026. Additionally, earnings release accompanying slides will be available at the Company's Investor Relations website http://ir.yumchina.com. 

About Yum China Holdings , Inc. 

Yum China is the largest restaurant company in China with a mission to make every life taste beautiful. The Company operates over 16,000 restaurants under six brands across around 2,400 cities in China. KFC and Pizza Hut are the leading brands in the quick-service and casual dining restaurant spaces in China, respectively. In addition, Yum China has also partnered with Lavazza to develop the Lavazza coffee concept in China. Little Sheep and Huang Ji Huang specialize in Chinese cuisine. Taco Bell offers innovative Mexican-inspired food. Yum China has a world-class, digitalized supply chain which includes an extensive network of logistics centers nationwide and an in-house supply chain management system. Its strong digital capabilities and loyalty program enable the Company to reach customers faster and serve them better. Yum China is a Fortune 500 company with the vision to be the world's most innovative pioneer in the restaurant industry. For more information, please visit http://ir.yumchina.com.

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The Existing Seismic Data and interpretation for the Northern Portion of the Property from four 2D Seismic reflection lines has recently been reviewed by Agapito with respect to Potash Cycles 5, 13 and 18 as well as Paradox and Leadville clastic intervals. A time structure map of the top of the Paradox Formation salt was constructed.

Alphabet's Waymo is bringing its driverless ride-hailing services to London, the first European market for its robotaxi.

The company said in a release on Wednesday that it plans to start test drives on London's roads in coming months, with human safety specialists at the wheel. It intends to open its robotaxi service next year, assuming it can get permissions from regulators as well as local and national leaders.

London will mark the company's second international city after Tokyo, where testing began in early 2025.

Waymo has been aggressively expanding in the U.S., and now offers a commercial service in the Los Angeles area, Phoenix, San Francisco, Atlanta and Austin, Texas. The company has also announced plans to start robotaxi services in Miami and Washington, D.C., and said in August that it obtained permits to begin testing its autonomous vehicles with trained safety drivers on board in New York City.

In London, Waymo's fleet will be comprised of Jaguar iPACE electric vehicles equipped with the company's Waymo Driver autonomous systems. Waymo said it already employs engineering teams in Oxford and London, and that it plans to work with Moove to handle operations and maintenance for its fleet.

Moove provides vehicle financing to drivers who want to purchase a new vehicle for ride-hailing, and offers services like cleaning, some repairs and charging of electric vehicles to transportation businesses including Waymo and Uber, which is an investor in the startup.

In June, the U.K. announced an accelerated framework for commercial pilots by AV ventures, an effort to bring self-driving investments to the region. London also established a "Vision Zero" goal earlier this year to eliminate all serious injuries and deaths in its transportation systems by 2041.

Waymo says its system "is involved in five times fewer injury-causing collisions, and twelve times fewer injury-causing collisions with pedestrians compared to humans," according to the company's analysis of its own data.

The company has also reported that its self-driving vehicles have logged 100 million "fully autonomous miles" on public roads, and provided more than 10 million paid rides to passengers to-date.

Waymo is part of Alphabet's "Other Bets" segment, which brought in revenue of $373 million in the second quarter on a loss of $1.25 billion. Alphabet plans to report third-quarter results on Oct. 29.

Wayve, a U.K.-based startup backed by SoftBank and Microsoft, previously announced that it plans to bring a robotaxi commercial pilot to London next year. While Waymo uses radar, lidar and other sophisticated sensors in its vehicles, Wayve is developing camera-based systems, an approach that's similar to Tesla's pursuits.

— CNBC's Jennifer Elias contributed to this report.

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Rexel S.A. (OTCPK:RXEEY) Q3 2025 Sales Call October 15, 2025 2:00 AM EDT

Company Participants

Guillaume Jean Texier - CEO & Director
Laurent Delabarre - Group Chief Financial Officer - Leading the China & India Cluster

Conference Call Participants

Martin Wilkie - Citigroup Inc., Research Division
Daniela Costa - Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., Research Division
William Mackie - Kepler Cheuvreux, Research Division
George Featherstone - Barclays Bank PLC, Research Division
Delphine Brault - ODDO BHF Corporate & Markets, Research Division
Andre Kukhnin - UBS Investment Bank, Research Division
Ben Uglow
Miguel Nabeiro Ensinas Serra Borrega - BNP Paribas Exane, Research Division
Eric Lemarié - CIC Market Solutions, Research Division

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Operator

Good morning. This is the conference operator. Welcome, and thank you for joining the Rexel's Third Quarter 2025 Sales Conference Call. [Operator Instructions] At this time, I would like to turn the conference over to Mr. Guillaume Texier, Group CEO of Rexel. Please go ahead, sir.

Guillaume Jean Texier
CEO & Director

Good morning, everyone, and thank you for joining us today for our Third Quarter 2025 Sales Presentation. I appreciate you making the time to be with us so early. As always, I'm joined by Laurent Delabarre, our Group CFO, who will walk you through the detailed sales figure in just a few minutes. But first, I'd like to take a look at the key highlights of the quarter and share how our transformation continues to support our growth and performance, even in a complex and evolving environment. So let's get started.

We delivered solid top line momentum with Q3 '25 being the 6th consecutive quarter of sequential improvement. We are also maintaining rigorous pricing and we keep investing with discipline where demand is strongest. At the same time, we are progressing on our Axelerate 2028 road map, raising digital adoption, deploying AI to improve speed and accuracy across commercial and

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Bitcoin’s price is once again testing crucial support levels at around $110,000 following a major crypto market liquidation event. Analysts warn of another potential 15% drop, with short traders piling in and threatening a further decline toward the $96,530 mark. CryptoQuant’s Head of Research, Julio Moreno, noted that this is the third major attempt by short traders to push BTC below the $110,000–$108,000 range, emphasizing a sharp increase in short positions ahead of last Friday’s crash.

Meanwhile, on-chain analyst Ali Martinez stated that Bitcoin must reclaim the $119,000 level to sustain its bullish outlook. Failure to do so, he warned, could result in another correction, aligning with data from Glassnode’s MVRV pricing bands that indicate a potential fall toward $96,530.

Bloomberg senior commodity strategist Mike McGlone questioned Bitcoin’s recent performance, noting that despite carrying “over twice the risk,” it has delivered similar returns to the S&P 500 since crossing the $100,000 milestone. With risk assets underperforming gold in 2025, McGlone suggested this could be a “sell bell” for broader markets. Institutional investors also appear to be exiting, as Bitcoin ETF outflows point to selling pressure amid current volatility.

At the same time, gold has surged as part of the ongoing “debasement trade,” benefiting from the weakening US Dollar. Gold futures broke records by surpassing $4,200 per ounce, soaring nearly 60% this year alone—outpacing equities, crypto, and other major asset classes. Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley described the rally as evidence of global currency debasement concerns, noting that all assets are increasingly judged by their resistance to fiat erosion.

As investors flock to safe havens, the growing divergence between Bitcoin and gold underscores shifting confidence in fiat currencies—even as BTC’s next move hinges on reclaiming key resistance levels.

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The $2.40–$2.42 support zone is crucial for XRP, with buyers defending this level amid volatile trading conditions.Updated Oct 15, 2025, 7:22 a.m. Published Oct 15, 2025, 7:22 a.m.

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What to know: XRP experienced a sharp decline due to macroeconomic pressures and market deleveraging, with open interest dropping by 50%.Despite the downturn, spot volumes increased by 40%, indicating potential institutional re-entry.The $2.40–$2.42 support zone is crucial for XRP, with buyers defending this level amid volatile trading conditions.Heavy deleveraging across derivatives markets drags XRP lower before buyers defend the $2.40 zone, setting up a key support retest heading into Asia trading.

News BackgroundXRP traded sharply lower through the October 14–15 session as macro pressure and broad crypto deleveraging sent open interest down 50% to $4.22 billion. Despite the washout, spot volumes jumped 40%, signaling institutional re-entry. Ripple’s newly announced partnership with Immunefi — a $200,000 XRP Ledger security test running Oct. 27–Nov. 24 — helped anchor sentiment after an early-session slide.Price Action SummaryXRP fell 1.97%, sliding from $2.54 to $2.49 while swinging through a $0.16 band ($2.55–$2.39) — roughly 6% intraday volatility.Buyers stepped in repeatedly at $2.40–$2.42, defending key support after a midday capitulation.Volume exploded to 179.4 M at 13:00, nearly double the 24-hour average, validating accumulation at the lows.Sellers capped rebounds near $2.53, where consistent distribution formed a near-term ceiling.Late-session trade saw XRP recover modestly to $2.50 as dip-buying stabilized order books.Technical AnalysisThe $2.40–$2.42 area remains the critical pivot for bulls. Multiple rebounds confirm institutional defense, but momentum remains fragile below the $2.53–$2.55 resistance cluster. A sustained break below $2.40 would open downside targets at $2.33 and $2.25, while reclaiming $2.53 could re-establish an advance toward the broader $2.65 breakout line.Volume-weighted metrics point to accumulation amid forced unwinds — a classic short-term base-building phase if funding normalizes.What Traders Are WatchingWhether $2.40 continues to hold through Monday’s Asia open.Re-leveraging signs after open interest halved on derivatives exchanges.Volume follow-through above $2.50 confirming accumulation.Macro headlines tied to trade-war rhetoric and Fed policy as volatility drivers.More For You

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Dogecoin's price movement between October 13 and 14 reflected cautious optimism across the crypto market. The token faced firm resistance at $0.22, retreating slightly to close at $0.21 after a brief intraday breakout attempt.

Ripple has announced that it will provide digital asset custody services for Absa Bank, one of South Africa's largest financial services organisations. 

The collaboration is meant to respond to growing demand for secure and compliant crypto infrastructure in the region. 

Expanding global footprint The partnership will help Ripple, which already has a strong presence in Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region, to further expand its footprint in the African market.

"Having spent time in South Africa earlier in my career, it holds a special place in my heart, so I'm delighted we’re bringing institutional-grade digital asset custody to one of the nation’s leading banks," Ripple's Reece Merrick said while commenting on the partnership. 

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As reported by U.Today, Ripple also joined forces with African fintech company Chipper Cash to enable cross-border payments in the region. 

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CoinShares XRP ETF is gearing up for launch as the issuer amends its application to disclose the ticker and additional details ahead of Nasdaq listing. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will announce its final decision on CoinShares spot XRP ETF next week, with the final deadline for Grayscale’s XRP exchange-traded fund due this week.

CoinShares XRP ETF Files with the US SEC
According to a US SEC filing dated October 14, CoinShares submitted an S-1 form to announce XRPL as the ticker as it prepares to list on Nasdaq. The issuer has not yet disclosed the management fee and is likely waiting for other issuers to reveal their fee. However, there are mentions of the sponsor fee payable in XRP, with terms still awaited.

Moreover, the issuer revealed BitGo as the custodian and Valkyrie Funds LLC as a seed capital investor. The details about XRP purchased by Valkyrie were not disclosed in the filing. The trust has updated language, risk factors, and other details, including staking.

“The Trust will not directly or indirectly participate in any staking program, and accordingly the shareholders will not receive any staking rewards or other income,” as per the filing.

Other details disclosed in the filings include CSC Delaware Trust Company as the trustee, U.S. Bancorp Fund Services as transfer agent and administrator, Paralel Distributors as marketing agent. Also, U.S. Bank NA is the cash custodian of the Trust.

XRP ETF May Get Approval This Week
Six spot XRP ETF decisions are due between October 18 and 25, with the SEC’s final deadline for a decision on Grayscale’s ETF due this week. Decisions on 21Shares, Bitwise, WisdomeTree, CoinShares, and Canary Capital applications are due next week. However, experts believe the commission could greenlight all XRP ETF listings this week with Grayscale, pending the end of the US government shutdown.

Notably, institutional investors remain upbeat on ETF approval as XRP continues to record strong buying. As CoinGape reported, XRP funds saw strong inflows of $61.6 million last week despite the largest-ever crypto market crash.

At press time, XRP price rebounded 1% over the past 24 hours, with the price currently trading sideways above $2.50. The 24-hour low and high are $2.41 and $2.53, respectively. Furthermore, trading volume has dropped by 20% in the last 24 hours.

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TLDR:

Ripple’s partnership with Absa Bank marks its first major crypto custody collaboration in Africa.
The move extends Ripple’s global custody network into emerging African financial markets.
Absa Bank will use Ripple’s technology to manage institutional-grade crypto and tokenized assets.
Ripple now serves institutions across five continents, with growing demand in regulated crypto custody.

Ripple is taking another step into institutional finance with a new partnership in South Africa. The company has joined forces with Absa Bank to introduce institutional-grade digital asset custody for African markets. This move comes as global interest in compliant blockchain infrastructure continues to grow. 

Ripple’s strategy now extends across multiple continents, signaling a broader shift toward regulated crypto services. The announcement was made in a company blog post on October 15, 2025.

Ripple and Absa Join Forces to Strengthen Crypto Custody Services
According to Ripple’s announcement, Absa Bank will adopt Ripple’s enterprise custody technology to store and manage digital assets, including cryptocurrencies and tokenized assets. The integration aims to give institutional clients safe, compliant access to blockchain-based products.

Reece Merrick, Ripple’s Managing Director for the Middle East and Africa, said the partnership reflects Africa’s evolving financial landscape. He emphasized that the continent is entering a new phase of digital asset adoption, where secure storage and regulatory compliance are becoming essential.

Absa’s decision positions it as one of the first major African banks to offer institutional crypto custody. 

The move could enable large organizations to participate in blockchain markets without compromising security. Ripple’s solution offers built-in compliance controls, which allow financial institutions to navigate regional regulations with confidence.

This partnership also marks Ripple’s growing presence across Africa, following its earlier collaboration with payments provider Chipper Cash. Together, these moves reinforce Ripple’s goal to serve both traditional and crypto-native institutions in emerging markets.

Africa’s Growing Role in the Global Digital Asset Ecosystem
Ripple’s 2025 New Value Report found that 64% of finance leaders in the Middle East and Africa are turning to blockchain to reduce settlement times and improve cross-border payment efficiency. 

Absa’s partnership is a response to this trend, signaling that banks are beginning to view crypto custody as part of standard financial infrastructure.

Robyn Lawson, Head of Digital Product and Custody at Absa, noted that the bank wants to provide clients with “secure, compliant, and robust” storage options for their digital holdings. 

Ripple’s platform gives Absa access to proven infrastructure and global best practices, allowing the bank to operate within the highest security and operational standards.

Ripple’s network now spans Europe, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America. Its expansion into South Africa strengthens its reputation as a trusted infrastructure provider for tokenized finance. 

With over 60 regulatory licenses globally, the company continues to position itself as a leader in bridging traditional banking and blockchain technology.

As more African banks explore digital asset strategies, partnerships like this could accelerate the continent’s transition toward blockchain-based financial systems.

CME Group, a leading derivatives marketplace, has officially launched regulated options for Solana (SOL) and XRP. The move marks another major milestone for institutional crypto adoption.

Layer-1 (L1) blockchain Monad has recently opened a portal for users to claim the airdrop for its native MON token, with the claiming period set to end on November 3. However, the announcement has sparked significant criticism within the crypto community. 

Many users, particularly those on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), have voiced concerns that the criteria for eligibility have not aligned with the developments, leaving several traders, including those from Hyperliquid (HYPE), ineligible for the airdrop.

Hyperliquid And HypurrNFT Users Left In The Lurch
At the time of the announcement, it was stated that users of Hyperliquid, Phantom perps, and holders of HypurrNFT would be eligible to receive the MON airdrop. 

Despite this, reports indicate that very few HypurrNFT holders qualify, with some users claiming that their substantial trading volumes—over 200 million on perps—did not meet the eligibility requirements. 

These frustrations have led to comments such as, “this airdrop is a joke,” highlighting the disconnect between the expectations set by Monad and the reality faced by its community.

According to the outlined criteria, Monad plans to distribute tokens to over 235,500 users, including active community members who have consistently supported the project on social media and engaged in various initiatives. 

The criteria also encompass traders with high trading volumes on decentralized exchanges like Hyperliquid, long-term holders of popular NFTs (such as CryptoPunks and Pudgy Penguins), participants in DAO voting on Ethereum-based platforms, contributors to ecosystem development through various roles, and developers actively creating products on Monad and participating in project hackathons.

Critics Question Monad’s Commitment To Users
Critics, including DeFi researcher Coin Metrika, have sharply criticized Monad’s airdrop strategy. Metrika pointed out that the published eligibility criteria shocked many within the crypto community, revealing that only 5,500 wallets are considered eligible—representing just 0.74% of Monad’s Discord users. 

Meanwhile, the project is distributing airdrops to 225,000 addresses outside of its community, many of whom may not even be aware of Monad or the impending claim deadline. In a sarcastic commentary, Coin Metrika summarized the situation, stating:

If you haven’t figured it out yet, here’s a summary of #MonadAirdrop criteria: You have roles in Discord that are difficult to obtain—thank you, we’re not interested in you because you’re poor! You participated in our testnet—thank you for helping us test the product for free, which we sold to investors for a lot of money. Dressed up in clown costumes and shot viral videos to promote the @monad brand—thank you, we laughed out loud at you. You have money that you’ve shown on the blockchain—let’s be friends, here’s your airdrop!

This highlights the increasing dissatisfaction within the Hyperliquid, HypurrNFT and wider crypto communities regarding how Monad has handled its airdrop initiative, raising questions about its commitment to its users.

The 1D chart shows HYPE’s price drop. Source: HYPEUSDT on TradingView.com
At the time of writing, HYPE trades at $39, recording losses of 13% over the past seven days. 

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After several consecutive days of losses, institutional appetite for crypto appears to be returning as Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs show renewed inflows.

Summary

Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs rebound with $339 million in inflows, reversing heavy losses from last week’s market crash and signaling renewed institutional interest.
Bitcoin ETFs added $102.6 million, led by Fidelity’s FBTC, while Ethereum ETFs drew $236.2 million, with Fidelity’s FETH driving the majority of inflows.
Market sentiment stabilizes as BTC holds above $112,000 and ETH trades near $4,100, with total crypto ETF assets nearing the $1 trillion milestone.

Bitcoin spot ETFs saw a strong rebound on Oct. 14, recording total daily net inflows of $102.6 million according to data from SoSoValue. The largest inflows came from Fidelity’s FBTC, which added about $133 million, followed by Bitwise’s BITB with $8 million and Ark & 21Shares’ ARKB with $6.8 million.

Offsetting the gains were outflows from BlackRock’s IBIT and Valkyrie’s BRRR, which together saw withdrawals totaling $44.85 million. Meanwhile, Grayscale’s GBTC and six other issuers remained flat for the day, showing no new movement.

Ethereum ETFs posted an even stronger rebound, recording a combined $236.2 million in net inflows. Fidelity’s FETH led the recovery, attracting $154.6 million, while Grayscale’s ETH & ETHE saw $50 million in new investments. Other products, including Bitwise’s ETHW and VanEck’s ETHV, reported modest gains, while BlackRock’s ETHA saw no new activity, alongside 21Shares and Invesco.

ETH ETF inflows resume | Source: SoSoValue
The renewed inflows come after a turbulent stretch for crypto ETFs. On Oct. 13, the Bitcoin-tracking funds saw $326.5 million in outflows, while Ethereum ETFs lost $428.5 million. These outflows followed additional drawdowns of $4.5 million and $174.8 million, respectively, on Oct. 10.

With the latest influx of capital, both Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs are back in positive territory, signaling that investor confidence is gradually returning after the recent volatility.

Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF inflows resume amid post-crash rebound
Bitcoin (BTC) is up a modest 0.34% in the past 24 hours, currently trading at $112,431, per crypto.news data. The recovery from lows near $105,000 comes as institutional inflows pick up and leveraged positions reset.

Although the top crypto remains down about 11% from its pre-crash high of $125,000, price action has steadied, with the market now eyeing the $115,000–$120,000 range as the next key area to clear. 

Ethereum (ETH) is showing similar strength, jumping more than 20% from its post-crash lows to trading at $4,116 at the time of writing. After briefly plunging to around $3,435, ETH quickly reclaimed key support levels. The short-term outlook is positive, with $4,250 now acting as an important resistance level. 

Overall sentiment in the market is also improving, though still cautious. The record crash and rapid rebound left many traders risk-averse, but rising ETF inflows and stability across large-cap coins are helping restore confidence. Crypto fear and greed index has moved closer to neutral territory, showing that while uncertainty remains, optimism is starting to return.

XRP’s SOPR Hits 6-Month Low: Could History Repeat Itself?According to market commentator Xaif Crypto, XRP’s Spent Output Profit Ratio (SOPR) has just dropped to 0.95, marking its lowest level in six months. SOPR, a key on-chain metric used to gauge investor behavior, indicates whether coins moved on a particular day were sold at a profit or loss. 

Source: GlassnodeValues below 1 suggest that holders are selling at a loss, often signaling potential market capitulation and setting the stage for a rebound.

XRP’s SOPR has historically signaled early price reversals. When it last hit 0.92 on April 7, XRP jumped 35%, soaring from $1.90 to $2.58 in days. Traders are now watching closely, as a repeat scenario may be in play.

Xaif Crypto added, 

“Now with a low near $2.38, next potential target: $3.10–$3.35.”

XRP is presently trading at $2.50, just above recent lows. If history repeats, analysts see potential upside to $3.10–$3.35, signaling a notable gain that’s drawing both retail and institutional interest.

Notably, XRP’s SOPR has hit a six-month low, signaling a potential market turning point. Historically, such levels have preceded strong rebounds, with targets around $3.10–$3.35. Traders and investors may be looking at one of the most attractive risk-reward setups in crypto right now.

XRP Eyes Critical Bounce as Market Reacts to ABC PatternAccording to market analyst Lingrid, XRP is showing signs of reactive buying pressure, hinting at a potential squeeze as the recent pullback evolves into an ABC corrective pattern. 

Therefore, this technical setup is capturing traders’ attention, as the coin approaches crucial support and resistance zones that could define its next directional move.

Lingrid highlights the $2.50 level as the key support that must hold to maintain bullish momentum. A failure to defend this zone could open the door to further downside, with a potential fade toward $2.30. 

Source: LingridOn the flip side, if buyers manage to defend this level, XRP may see a trend resumption, with initial resistance at $2.85–$2.90 acting as the first “lid” for gains. Surpassing this range could pave the way toward the $3.18 target line, signaling a more pronounced rebound.

Therefore, XRP is showing signs of a reactive market, with short-term bids testing support ahead of a potential squeeze. 

The ABC corrective pattern suggests that holding above $2.50 could reignite bullish momentum, while a drop below risks sharper losses. Key levels now define clear opportunities for risk management and strategic entries or exits.

XRP sits at a critical technical juncture. Key support at $2.50 must hold, while resistance at $2.85–$2.90 and the $3.18 target mark define upside potential. Traders should watch price and volume closely to assess whether a bullish continuation or deeper correction is likely.

ConclusionXRP’s SOPR hitting a six-month low signals a potential market turning point. Capitulation at $2.38 historically precedes sharp rebounds, with past rallies surging 35% and technical targets pointing to $3.10–$3.35, giving traders a clear roadmap for potential opportunities.

Meanwhile, XRP’s fate hinges on $2.50 support and its ABC corrective pattern. Holding this level could fuel a rebound to $2.90–$3.18, while a break risks a drop to $2.30. Traders should watch these key zones for clear entry, exit, and risk signals.

Over the past 24 hours, Aster price surged by an impressive 12.14%, clawing back from a sharp 21.92% weekly decline. This rebound isn’t just about a bounce, it’s driven by 3 compelling factors. First, the anticipation of Stage 2 airdrop claims, unlocking 4% of ASTER’s supply worth $570 million. Active whale accumulation during last week’s dip, and a technical recovery that’s sparking new momentum. 

As a trader watching these developments, it feels like a pivotal moment. The volume and volatility suggest something big could be brewing. With Aster priced at $1.51 and a market cap of $3.05 billion, the scenario is shifting rapidly.

Aster Price Analysis:Today’s bounce pushed ASTER’s price to a high of $1.53, reclaiming key moving averages. On the 4-hour chart, the RSI-14 has surged from a low of 45 to about 55.77, signaling a shift out of oversold territory. This recovery coincided with a healthy jump in trading volume, up 45% to $1.31 billion.

Crucially, the price closed above the 7-day SMA at $1.51, a technical zone closely watched by short-term traders. Many have interpreted this SMA crossover and RSI rebound as a signal that selling fatigue may be over, at least for now. 

However, resistance is visible at $1.65, near September’s swing high. If ASTER decisively breaks this level, the next target could be $1.80. Conversely, if momentum stalls, support sits near the $1.31 low from earlier today.

FAQsWhy did Aster’s price surge today?

Aster’s jump was driven by Stage 2 airdrop buzz, $12M+ whale accumulation, and a technical momentum rebound.

What levels should traders watch for ASTER?

Key resistance sits at $1.65, a break targets $1.80. Support is anchored at $1.31, today’s 24h low.

Is this price move sustainable?

The rally combines strong volume, rising RSI, and airdrop demand. Further gains depend on breaking resistance and sustained whale interest.

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TLDR:

XRP price faces a 57 % probability to break higher and 43 % to drop under current wedge pattern.
XRP has climbed ~1,160 % this cycle, compared to ~1,700 % in the 2021 rally.
ETF filings may reduce circulating XRP supply, intensifying market pressure in coming weeks.
Regulatory delays and macro risks may temper ETF-driven bullish momentum for XRP.

XRP traders now face a critical decision point. Technical charts show a 57 % chance for an upward breakout, but a 43 % chance exists for a downside move. 

Market debates focus on whether XRP can match the 2021 cycle gains or if regulatory delays will stall momentum. Social media voices weigh in, offering contrasting forecasts. Investors are watching price patterns and ETF developments to determine the next step.

Technical Patterns and XRP Price Outlook
Recent analysis highlights a Descending Broadening Wedge pattern for XRP. This technical setup suggests a 57 % probability of breaking upward and 43 % chance of dropping. 

Measured move calculations place the upside target between $9 and $27. Conversely, the downside could reach $0.50, which aligns with the lower wedge boundary.

Crypto commentator EGRAG CRYPTO noted he would sell only a portion at $5, holding the rest for potential higher gains. He referenced the 2021 cycle, which saw XRP surge about 1,700 %, compared to the current 1,160 % increase. 

#XRP – Hold or Sell? (57% Vs 43%) 🤔💰

▫️Hey everyone! I know some of you don’t really care about the current price ranges and are thinking long-term, like 10 years or more! If that's you, just keep doing what you're doing. I’m with you on that! 🙌

▫️But for those of you who… https://t.co/oZc6gZJHr2 pic.twitter.com/ouUqkbE4gQ

— EGRAG CRYPTO (@egragcrypto) October 15, 2025

He also highlighted leveraged trading losses near $1.35 as a cautionary tale for aggressive positions. While the wedge favors a bullish breakout, the downside probability requires traders to plan exit points.

Another voice, Vincent Van Code, suggested XRP ETFs could pressure available supply. 

He believes ETFs may increase XRPL volume on DEX platforms, reducing central exchange inventory. This supply shift could amplify price movements, adding momentum to technical patterns. 

Traders are evaluating whether these potential catalysts justify holding through volatility.

Traders following these patterns must consider both scenarios. While bullish traders aim for $9 to $27, cautious traders prepare for a $0.50 retracement. The split underscores how speculative and technical XRP’s current moment has become. 

Social sentiment, pattern recognition, and risk management now drive decision-making more than short-term price swings.

ETF Influence and Market Sentiment
Expectations around XRP ETFs are reshaping investor behavior. Some analysts argue that ETF approvals could draw institutional money and constrain circulating supply. 

The precedent from Bitcoin ETFs, which reached $100 billion in AUM, fuels these projections. XRP advocates see similar potential for market impact.

After many months of holding the position "ETFs will not affect XRP price", I am pivoting.

I think the XRP ETFs are about to have a massive impact on its price. It will be seen as the one with the greatest use case and potential and become the favorite. BTC ETFs went to $100BN…

— Vincent Van Code (@vincent_vancode) October 14, 2025

However, regulatory hurdles remain. The SEC process, including 19b-4 filings, is ongoing and procedural, not final approval. Market watchers note that delays could reduce short-term ETF influence. Investors are weighing whether to act ahead of approvals or wait for formal confirmation.

Macro risks add complexity. U.S.-China tensions, domestic legislative delays, and broader crypto volatility may suppress aggressive positions. 

Traders balancing potential ETF upside against these risks must remain nimble. This environment explains why opinions split between bullish and cautious strategies.

Some investors are choosing to ride the cycle fully, targeting higher levels. Others are setting partial exits or waiting for confirmation. Social media polls, such as EGRAG CRYPTO’s survey showing 57 % bullish sentiment, illustrate this division. 

XRP’s trajectory remains uncertain, driven by both technical patterns and institutional developments.