Half of Tokenized Asset Market Shows No Weekly Activity, Report Finds
New research reveals over half of the $60 billion tokenized real-world asset market had no weekly transfer activity.
More than half of the tokenized real-world asset (RWA) market showed no weekly transfer activity, according to a new report from BeInCrypto titled 'Real State of Tokenization in 2026.' The study tracked approximately $60 billion in tokenized assets across more than 7,000 products and 12 asset classes.
Despite the market's rapid growth, the lack of on-chain activity suggests many tokenized assets may be illiquid or held passively. The report notes that while the total value locked has increased significantly, actual usage remains concentrated in a small number of active products.
Implications for the RWA Sector
The findings raise questions about the practical utility of tokenization beyond issuance. Industry observers point out that for tokenized RWAs to fulfill their promise of increased liquidity and accessibility, transfer activity must improve.
The report comes as asset managers and blockchain projects continue to push for broader adoption of tokenized securities, commodities, and real estate. However, the data suggests a gap between token creation and active trading or use in decentralized finance.