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Ark Invest forecasts tokenized assets reaching over $11 trillion by 2030
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Current tokenized asset market is around $20 billion
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Growth depends on regulation and institutional infrastructure
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Bank deposits and equities expected to drive adoption
Ark Invest predicts that tokenized assets could grow to more than $11 trillion by 2030 as traditional financial products increasingly move onto blockchains.
In its latest outlook, the firm said the current real-world asset tokenization market stands at roughly $19 to $22 billion. Reaching Ark’s estimate would require massive growth over the next five years, driven by regulatory clarity and the rollout of institutional-grade infrastructure.
Tokenization involves representing assets such as bonds, equities, or deposits on a blockchain. Supporters argue this can reduce settlement times, lower costs, improve liquidity, and allow for around-the-clock trading with global access.
Institutional interest has accelerated in recent months. The New York Stock Exchange has announced plans for a blockchain-based platform for tokenized securities, while major asset managers and banks are piloting tokenized funds, deposits, and settlement systems.
Ark expects sovereign debt, especially US Treasurys, to remain important but believes bank deposits and global equities will make up a growing share of tokenized value. Even at $11 trillion, tokenized assets would still represent a small fraction of total global financial assets, leaving room for long-term expansion.
