The XRP Ledger (XRPL) has a mechanism that removes tokens from circulation for each transaction. Although this feature was originally introduced to prevent network spam rather than to influence valuation, its long-term effect on supply has increasingly drawn attention. At present, XRP’s circulating supply is 99,985,821,508 tokens, slightly lower than the initial 100 billion created at launch . This small reduction is the result of ongoing token burns that permanently destroy a fraction of XRP. Annual Burn Rate on the XRP Ledger On average, the ledger removes approximately 2,700 XRP daily. However, this figure occasionally rises during periods of increased network use. This results in roughly 985,500 XRP permanently eliminated each year. If the current rate continues unchanged, the cumulative burn by the end of 2050 would total around 25 million tokens. That decline would lower the supply from 99.985 billion to about 99.960 billion, a reduction of only 0.025%. While the mathematical impact on supply appears minor, the perception of continuous scarcity has the potential to shape investor behaviour and, indirectly, market pricing. Modeling Potential Price Outcomes by 2050 To explore how both adoption and supply reduction could influence value, three possible scenarios for XRP’s price trajectory were outlined, starting from its trading level of $3.01 Scenario One: Gradual Institutional Adoption If banks, fintech firms, and remittance companies steadily incorporate XRP into their operations, a compound annual growth rate of 6–8% over the next 25 years could result in prices ranging between $18 and $25 by 2050 , even without factoring in supply burns. When the effect of ongoing token destruction is included, the projected range increases slightly to $20–$28. In this case, the burn contributes more as a psychological reinforcement of scarcity than as a mathematical driver. Scenario Two: Expanding Role in Global Liquidity A more aggressive growth trajectory envisions XRP becoming central to cross-border settlements, tokenized assets, and central bank digital currency infrastructure. Under this model, with adoption growing at 12–15% annually, XRP’s price could rise to $150–$250 by 2050 . Higher transaction volumes in this scenario would also accelerate the burn rate, potentially removing between 500 million and 1 billion XRP over 25 years, or about 1% of the total supply. This additional reduction could push valuations into the $180–$300 range . We are on X, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) June 15, 2025 Scenario Three: Global Reserve Settlement Asset In the most expansive evaluation, XRP functions as a neutral global reserve settlement tool supporting trillions in daily financial flows. Without considering the burn, this scenario points to valuations between $1,000 and $2,500. However, with large transaction volumes, the network could destroy 5–10 billion tokens over the same period, cutting the total supply by 5–10%. This meaningful reduction would support an even higher price range of $1,200 to $3,500. Although XRP’s burn mechanism was never intended to drive its price, its effect on long-term supply cannot be ignored. The impact of these burns, however, will depend largely on how extensively XRP is adopted across financial systems. By 2050, the combined influence of market demand, institutional integration, and sustained token burn could determine whether XRP remains moderately valued or rises into significantly higher ranges. Disclaimer : This content is meant to inform and should not be considered financial advice. The views expressed in this article may include the author’s personal opinions and do not represent Times Tabloid’s opinion. Readers are advised to conduct thorough research before making any investment decisions. Any action taken by the reader is strictly at their own risk. Times Tabloid is not responsible for any financial losses. Follow us on X , Facebook , Telegram , and Google News The post Projected XRP Price for 2050 as XRPL Destroys 985,000 XRP a Year appeared first on Times Tabloid .