Avalanche's AVAX Up 47% on $250M RWA Push, Eyes $30 as Price Near $26

Avalanche’s native token, AVAX, has approached $26, sparking discussions about whether the platform’s expansion into real-world assets (RWAs) can catalyze a sustained rally. As of July 28, 2025, AVAX trades near $25.95, reflecting a 0.4% daily decline but a 3.6% weekly increase. Over the past month, the token has surged 47%, though it remains 27% below its January 2025 levels. Analysts note that holding above $26 could set the stage for a push toward $30, with a potential extension to $36 if momentum persists [1].

A key catalyst for optimism is Avalanche’s $250 million RWA initiative, announced in collaboration with Grove and Janus Henderson. This effort aims to integrate traditional financial instruments—such as bonds and equity-like assets—into the Avalanche blockchain, marking a significant step in bridging traditional and digital asset markets. The initiative, which includes a $373 billion AUM asset manager, signals growing institutional interest in tokenized RWAs. Avalanche’s strategic focus on RWAs is framed as a differentiator in a competitive smart contract platform landscape [2].

The DeFi ecosystem on Avalanche has also shown robust growth. Post-implementation of the Octane upgrade, Total Value Locked (TVL) across Avalanche’s DeFi protocols surged by 40% in the past week. This growth is attributed to improved network efficiency, lower transaction costs, and increased developer activity. Enhanced liquidity and cross-chain integrations position Avalanche to attract institutional capital, narrowing the gap with rivals like Ethereum and Solana [3].

Technical analysts highlight critical resistance levels for AVAX around $27. A confirmed breakout could validate the $36 price target cited by multiple analysts, but risks persist. Macroeconomic uncertainties and a scheduled 1.67 million token unlock in mid-August may exert short-term selling pressure. Long-term fundamentals, however, remain bolstered by expanding enterprise adoption and cross-chain partnerships.

The broader crypto market’s shift toward altcoins—reflected in rising Altcoin Season Indices—suggests Avalanche could benefit if its RWA initiatives gain traction. However, success hinges on tangible progress in onboarding real-world assets and addressing scalability challenges. For now, $26 serves as a psychological threshold, with traders monitoring on-chain metrics and ecosystem updates for directional clues [4].

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[1] [AVAX/Tradingview](https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/6887b5c6d834536705badea1/)

[2] [Avalanche (AVAX) Could Get Outpaced This Cycle...](https://coincentral.com/avalanche-avax-could-get-outpaced-this-cycle-this-new-audited-ai-token-gains-institutional-attention-with-coinmarketcap-partnership/)

[3] [AVAX/Tradingview](https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/6887b5c6d834536705badea1/)

[4] [Altcoin Season Index | Altcoin Dominance Chart - Bitget](https://www.bitget.com/price/altcoin-season-index)