Tether Gold Holdings Rise 9.5% in Q2 as Demand for Tokenized Gold Remains Strong Through Market Volatility
Commodities
Tether Gold (XAU₮) experienced a 9.5% increase in customer holdings during the second quarter of 2026, signaling robust demand for tokenized precious metals despite a 14.1% correction in global gold prices. The total number of XAU₮ tokens held by customers rose from 559,598.64 to 612,823.66, representing an additional 1.66 tonnes of physical gold ownership. As of June 30, 2026, the product maintained a market value of approximately US$2.837 billion, with reserves consisting of 707,747.139 fine troy ounces of physical gold vaulted in Switzerland. Managed by TG Commodities, S.A. de C.V. under El Salvador’s Digital Asset Issuance Law, the asset ensures 1:1 backing with London Good Delivery bars. This growth demonstrates that investors are utilizing tokenized gold as a strategic accumulation tool during market volatility rather than solely as a speculative asset. The resilience of XAU₮ highlights the increasing maturity of the RWA sector, where on-chain transparency and physical redeemability drive institutional and retail adoption. Tether’s ability to maintain liquidity and trust during price fluctuations reinforces the role of tokenized commodities in the broader financial ecosystem.
Key points
- ▸XAU₮ customer holdings grew 9.5% in Q2 2026 despite a 14.1% gold price decline.
- ▸Total market value reached approximately US$2.837 billion with 707,747 fine troy ounces in reserves.
- ▸Reserves are held as 1,759 London Good Delivery bars vaulted in Switzerland.
- ▸TG Commodities, S.A. de C.V. issues XAU₮ under El Salvador’s Digital Asset Issuance Law.
Background
Tether Gold (XAU₮) is a digital asset where each token represents ownership of one fine troy ounce of physical gold on a London Good Delivery bar. The protocol allows users to hold, trade, and transfer gold exposure on-chain while maintaining the option to redeem tokens for physical gold. It functions as a bridge between traditional commodity markets and blockchain technology, providing transparency through unique serial numbers and regular independent attestations.
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