Deep Dive
1. Supply Unlocks & Inflation Risk (Bearish Impact)
Overview:
Over 85% of ONDO’s 10B max supply is locked, with scheduled unlocks for private investors (12.9% of supply) starting in 2026 and core contributors (33%) from 2027. While the 2025 circulating supply is stable (~3.16B), future unlocks could pressure prices if demand doesn’t scale proportionally.
What this means:
Historical unlocks (e.g., Jan 2025’s 1.9B token release) caused 15-20% price dips. Sustained sell pressure from early investors post-2026 could cap upside unless offset by accelerated RWA adoption (Ondo Foundation).
2. Real-World Asset Tokenization Growth (Bullish Impact)
Overview:
Ondo dominates tokenized Treasuries ($1.4B TVL) and equities ($302.9M), with recent expansions into ETFs/stocks via Ondo Global Markets. Partnerships with Ripple (XRP Ledger integration) and JPMorgan (cross-chain settlements) signal institutional trust.
What this means:
Tokenized assets are projected to hit $53B by 2025 – Ondo’s first-mover advantage in compliant infrastructure could drive revenue-linked demand for ONDO. Recent 97% monthly TVL growth (RWA.xyz) supports this thesis.
3. Regulatory Catalysts & ETF Sentiment (Mixed Impact)
Overview:
21Shares’ proposed ONDO ETF (pending SEC review) and the GENIUS Act’s pro-tokenization stance could legitimize RWAs. Conversely, strict custody rules or delays might slow institutional participation.
What this means:
ETF approval could mirror Bitcoin’s 2024 ETF-driven rally (ONDO +65% post-filing in July 2025). However, regulatory ambiguity around tokenized securities remains a headwind, especially with 95% of tokenized stocks controlled by Ondo and Backed (Animoca).
Conclusion
Ondo’s price will likely oscillate between RWA adoption tailwinds and unlock-driven supply shocks. The 2026-2027 unlock cliff and ETF decision are critical inflection points. Watch for sustained TVL growth above $2B and SEC filings – will institutions treat ONDO as a proxy for tokenization’s rise, or will dilution outweigh utility?