IMF finds tokenized equities are 1.5 times more volatile
Oct 13 2026 10:54 UTC
The tokenised real-world asset market reached an estimated $65 billion in July 2026, although equities remain a small segment dominated by other asset classes.
➤ The IMF reports that tokenized equities exhibit 1.5 times higher volatility than traditional shares, primarily due to liquidity and market fragmentation issues.
➤ Transactions often occur outside market hours, with a significant portion involving small trade sizes, indicating demand for extended trading and fractional ownership.
➤ While tokenized equities are a small market segment, the IMF calls for greater legal certainty, clearer regulation, and interoperability to address risks and determine the future of this technology.
Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/dig-imf-finds-tokenized-equities-are-1-5-times-more-volatile-1765529808?utm_source=binance
Oct 13 2026 10:54 UTC
The tokenised real-world asset market reached an estimated $65 billion in July 2026, although equities remain a small segment dominated by other asset classes.
➤ The IMF reports that tokenized equities exhibit 1.5 times higher volatility than traditional shares, primarily due to liquidity and market fragmentation issues.
➤ Transactions often occur outside market hours, with a significant portion involving small trade sizes, indicating demand for extended trading and fractional ownership.
➤ While tokenized equities are a small market segment, the IMF calls for greater legal certainty, clearer regulation, and interoperability to address risks and determine the future of this technology.
Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/dig-imf-finds-tokenized-equities-are-1-5-times-more-volatile-1765529808?utm_source=binance