Standard Chartered Predicts Tokenized Real-World Assets Market to Hit $2 Trillion by 2028, Majority on Ethereum
Standard Chartered Bank expects the token market for real-world assets to jump from about $35 billion today to $2 trillion by 2028. The bank sees a growth rate of roughly 5600%. Traditional assets now become digital. They trade on new systems that tie each word to the next in clear steps.
Tokenization: Bridging Traditional Assets and Blockchain
Tokenization means turning rights of an asset into a digital token on a blockchain. Physical property, stocks, or funds change into tokens that record ownership. This change gives faster trades, clear records, and global trade paths.
Geoffrey Kendrick, head of digital assets research at Standard Chartered, says tokenization may change markets. He sees money market funds and stocks as the main parts of the $2 trillion market. His breakdown counts $750 billion for money market funds and $750 billion for stocks. The rest, $500 billion, splits into funds, private equity, commodities, debt, and real estate tokens.
Ethereum: The Backbone of On-Chain Real-World Assets
Kendrick believes most tokenized assets will run on Ethereum. He points out that Ethereum has worked for 10 years without big network issues. Its steady run and wide use keep it ahead. Ethereum’s network of smart contracts and apps gives users a firm base.
Decentralized Finance as a Catalyst
Stablecoins, which tie to government money, have grown on-chain liquidity and loans for many assets. Kendrick sees stablecoins as the start of token loans that follow fiat money. Decentralized protocols now reach a stage that can shift old markets. Tokens traded on decentralized exchanges may push aside normal stock markets by giving easier trade and more ways for people to join in.
Regulatory Developments Supporting Growth
Clear rules help spread token use. The U.S. GENIUS Act of July 2025 set a clear guide for stablecoin rules. Soon, the Clarity Act may pass to back token trade and digital loans. Even if rules stay unclear before the 2026 U.S. elections, Standard Chartered stays positive. The bank expects groups like the SEC and CFTC to match laws with clear policies that build support for digital tokens.
Looking Forward
The future of tokenized assets shows old finance mix with new tech. Tokenization adds clear liquidity, decentralized finance builds new trade methods, and Ethereum gives a solid base. The global system may shift in coming years. This shift opens new chances for investors and brings markets that are more open and fair.
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