Peter Brandt, a name that’s been around trading circles since the ’70s, just dropped a question that has crypto Twitter buzzing. He’s ready to invest $100,000—but he’s stuck between Solana (SOL) and Ripple’s XRP. So, instead of picking himself, he’s letting his X (formerly Twitter) followers decide.
“Let’s say I will buy $100,000 of either $XRP or $SOL this week — no other option but ONLY one of the two please. Which one? State your case,” he asked in a tweet that’s now gaining serious traction.
It’s rare to see a veteran trader throw the decision-making to the crowd. But Brandt’s tweet shows how closely both these altcoins are being watched—and how divided opinions still are, even among pros.
Solana Gathers Momentum, Eyes $183 Breakout
Solana, trading around $177, is already up 20% this month. After a shaky April, the price has started to curve upward, forming a U-shape recovery—a pattern often linked to what chart watchers call a “rounding bottom.”
That shape has its neckline near the $183 mark. A clean daily close above that could act as a trigger, potentially pushing Solana toward $257, based on technical projections. That lines up closely with the 78.6% Fibonacci level from its earlier range.
On a bigger time frame, traders are also watching what could turn into a weekly cup-and-handle setup. If Solana breaks past its all-time high of $295, there’s talk of it heading to $500+ levels. But it needs to hold above $183 first—anything less, and it could slide back to test support at $163.
XRP Stays in a Tight Range, But Eyes $4.43
XRP, on the other hand, is sitting at $2.34 with minimal price movement to start the week. But under the surface, it’s in a much larger formation—a symmetrical triangle pattern that’s been taking shape since early 2025.
This triangle has three peaks, two dips, and a lot of indecision. That’s why traders are waiting for a clear move above the upper trendline, near $2.50. If that happens, XRP could test the next resistance levels at $2.58, $2.93, and $3.29.
Some analysts—even Brandt—see potential for XRP to surge as high as $4.43, a 90% upside from where it stands now. But there’s hesitation. RSI has slipped back to 50, and MACD flashed a bearish crossover on May 19. Until there’s a breakout, this one’s stuck in a no-trade zone for many.
This isn’t just a casual question from Brandt. His reputation in the trading world means people are watching closely. And the fact that he sees promise in both assets, despite their very different charts, shows just how tricky the current market is.
Whether he picks SOL or XRP, his move could set the tone for others watching from the sidelines. But for now, the poll’s open, the charts are undecided, and Peter Brandt is listening.
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