Real-World Asset Tokenization Exceeds $23.6 Billion, 24/7 Trading Drives Growth

According to the latest data from DeFi NewsLlama, as of this Wednesday, the total market capitalization of Real World Assets (RWA) tokenized and deployed on public chains has climbed to $23.6 billion, an increase of approximately 66% since the beginning of 2026. This growth no longer relies solely on the appeal of the tokenization concept itself, but rather stems more from improved market access efficiency and the implementation of 24/7 trading mechanisms.

Ross Shemeliak, co-founder and COO of Stobox, pointed out that the limited trading hours and lengthy intermediary chains of traditional financial markets have left an increasing number of investors weary. "People are tired of markets that close at 4 PM every day, and the cumbersome processes of needing to go through multiple intermediaries to transfer funds." He mentioned that institutional investors are accelerating their exploration of blockchain solutions. Over the past year, several large financial institutions have launched blockchain-based RWA products such as U.S. Treasury bonds and investment funds, significantly enhancing the credibility and practicality of the field. As asset liquidity is no longer restricted by geography and time, the tokenization model is gradually evolving from experimental projects into an important component of financial infrastructure, providing a more efficient and transparent allocation path for global capital.