Ripple Forecasts $18.9T Tokenized Assets Market by 2033 with 53% CAGR

Ripple has projected that the global market for tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) could reach $18.9 trillion by 2033, according to a joint report with Boston Consulting Group (BCG). The forecast outlines a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 53%, with the market currently valued at around $0.6 trillion in 2025. This figure signals a significant shift in how traditional assets are being digitized and traded, with blockchain technology acting as the enabling infrastructure [1].

A key determinant of this growth, according to Ripple, is the development of institutional-grade custody solutions. These are described as a critical component in building the trust and compliance infrastructure necessary for large-scale adoption of tokenized assets. Without robust custody mechanisms, the full potential of tokenization will remain unmet, Ripple executives argue. The firm’s emphasis on custody aligns with broader industry trends, as financial institutions and blockchain platforms alike seek to meet the complex needs of institutional investors [2].

The report also highlights growing confidence in digital assets among financial institutions, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region. A survey cited in the analysis shows that 71% of APAC financial institutions are more confident in digital assets compared to earlier periods, though only 30% currently utilize custody solutions. However, 52% of these institutions plan to adopt custody services within the next three years. This transition reflects the maturing nature of the digital asset market and the increasing recognition of tokenized assets as a legitimate asset class [4].

Ripple has positioned itself at the forefront of this evolution through initiatives like Ripple USD (RLUSD), which emphasize a “regulation-first” approach to innovation. The firm is also actively engaging with industry stakeholders, as evidenced by the Blockchain Association of Singapore Custody Workshop, where key themes included compliance-by-design, flexible custody models, operational resilience, strong governance, and the scaling of stablecoin adoption [6].

The importance of secure, scalable, and compliant custody services is expected to grow as the tokenized asset market expands. Ripple’s strategic focus on infrastructure development reflects its broader vision for blockchain-based financial systems. As the industry moves toward 2033, the role of institutional-grade custody will remain central to the success of tokenization efforts and the broader adoption of digital finance [3].

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[1] Ripple Highlights Custody as Key to $18.9T Tokenized Assets by 2033, Coinfomania, https://coinfomania.com/ripple-highlights-custody-as-key-to-18-9t-tokenized-assets-by-2033/

[2] Ripple Points the Crypto Industry to 4 Arms for Crypto Custody, Mitrade, https://www.mitrade.com/insights/news/live-news/article-3-1052327-20250820

[3] Asset Tokenization Statistics 2025: Uncover Growth Trends, CoinLaw, https://coinlaw.io/asset-tokenization-statistics/

[4] Ripple and BCG Forecast Tokenized RWAs Expanding from Approximately $0.6 Trillion in 2025 to $18.9 Trillion by 2033 (~53% CAGR), Coinfomania, https://coinfomania.com/bnb-chain-integrates-tychi-to-simplify-multichain-gas-payments/

[5] Polkadot Has Launched Polkadot Capital Group, Mitrade, https://www.mitrade.com/insights/news/live-news/article-3-1052283-20250820