Stablecoin Payments Projected to Hit $9 Trillion in 2025: A16z Report
Jessie A Ellis Oct 23, 2025 15:44
A16z's report forecasts stablecoin payments reaching $9 trillion in 2025, highlighting their growing role in global finance and rivaling traditional payment systems.
Stablecoins are poised to transform the global financial landscape, with payments projected to reach an impressive $9 trillion by 2025, as per Andreessen Horowitz's latest State of Crypto 2025 report. This projection marks a significant 87% increase from the previous year, underscoring the growing maturity and adoption of cryptocurrency in mainstream finance, according to CryptoNews.
A16z Highlights Stablecoins' Growing Influence
The report reveals that stablecoins processed a staggering $46 trillion in total transaction volume over the past year, a 106% increase year-over-year. This surge places stablecoins on a trajectory to rival traditional payment networks like the US Automated Clearing House (ACH), which is pivotal for direct deposits and bill payments in the United States.
On an adjusted basis, stablecoins facilitated $9 trillion in transactions over the past 12 months, equating to more than half of Visa's payment volume and considerably surpassing PayPal's. This activity highlights stablecoins' potential to operate at a scale comparable to existing financial infrastructures.
Shift from Speculation to Everyday Use
Initially used primarily for crypto trading settlements, stablecoins have evolved into one of the fastest and most cost-effective methods for transferring US dollars across borders. Transactions often settle in less than a second and incur fees of less than a cent, making them an attractive option for remittances and decentralized financial services.
The report emphasizes that stablecoins are now integral to the "on-chain economy," powering a variety of financial transactions beyond speculative trading. This shift signifies a growing organic demand for stablecoins and their increasing real-world utility.
Dominance of Tether and USDC
Tether (USDT) and USD Coin (USDC) remain the dominant players in the stablecoin market, holding an 87% share of the total supply. In September 2025 alone, the adjusted transaction volume for stablecoins hit a record $1.25 trillion, further demonstrating their robust growth.
Ethereum and Tron continue to lead as primary blockchains for stablecoin settlements, processing approximately $772 billion in adjusted transactions, accounting for nearly two-thirds of the global volume. Meanwhile, new issuers and networks are emerging, diversifying the stablecoin landscape with region-specific offerings.
Stablecoins as a Macroeconomic Force
Stablecoins have become a significant macroeconomic force, with over 1% of all US dollars now existing in tokenized form on public blockchains. Additionally, stablecoin reserves collectively hold over $150 billion in US Treasuries, ranking them as the 17th largest holder, ahead of many sovereign nations.
The report projects that the stablecoin market could surpass $3 trillion by 2030, reflecting their potential to rival traditional payment giants. As stablecoins continue to bridge the gap between traditional finance and blockchain technology, they are poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of digital finance.
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