Real-world asset (RWA) tokens, which have reached an all-time high, are driving the crypto market’s strong recovery. The total value locked (TVL) in RWA tokenization markets has risen to $17.1 billion, a notable improvement above prior lows.
RWA tokens have outperformed the broader crypto market, which has risen 7% in the last 24 hours. Market mood strengthened with the temporary suspension of US tariffs on Canada and Mexico, which fueled the rise.
Chainlink (LINK) had a remarkable performance, rising 22% to surpass $21 after falling to $17. Mantra (OM) surged 23% to regain $6, while Ondo Finance (ONDO) increased nearly 27% to $1.40. Additionally, Chintai (CHEX), a regulated tokenization platform based in Singapore, saw its token increase by 38% to $0.60.
Other notable RWA assets, such as Algorand (ALGO), XDC Network (XDC), Quant (QNT), and Pendle (PENDLE), have all seen significant increases, surpassing the larger market.
Institutional interest is on the rise.
The RWA sector has grown at an astounding 94% over the last year, adding roughly $4 billion since November alone. Private credit accounts for around 70% of this value, with 21% coming from US Treasury-backed tokenized assets.
Institutional investors are increasingly turning to RWA tokenization as a reliable alternative in the face of market volatility. BlackRock’s CEO has highlighted the potential of tokenized securities, envisioning a future in which traditional assets such as stocks and bonds reside on blockchain networks. Meanwhile, fintech leaders are pushing for rules that would allow regular investors to purchase tokenized private stocks.
What’s next for the cryptocurrency market?
While RWA tokens are driving the recovery, the overall market remains in a precarious situation. Bitcoin dominance has risen to 62%, indicating investor preference for safer assets. The Crypto Fear & Greed Index has risen to 72, indicating increased optimism but also the risk of higher volatility.
As global economic and political variables shift, RWA tokenization emerges as one of the crypto space’s most robust categories. Broader market conditions and regulatory events in the coming months will determine the long-term viability of this momentum.
