- 88 new yield-generating stablecoins launched in 2025.
- Reflects growing demand for passive income in DeFi.
- Stablecoins now offer both stability and yield.
2025 Sees Boom in Yield-Bearing Stablecoins
The decentralized finance (DeFi) space saw explosive growth in 2025, with 88 new yield-bearing stablecoins entering the market, according to data from Stablewatch. These stablecoins not only offer price stability but now come with built-in yield mechanisms, giving users passive income opportunities directly from their wallets.
This surge in yield-generating assets marks a major shift in how investors interact with stablecoins, moving from simply holding them as safe-haven assets to actively using them for returns — without sacrificing price stability.
Why Yield-Bearing Stablecoins Are Gaining Ground
Traditional stablecoins like USDC, USDT, and DAI are widely used for trading and storing value in volatile markets. But they typically don’t earn yield unless users lock them into external DeFi protocols. Yield-bearing stablecoins change that by embedding yield-generating mechanisms directly into the token’s design.
These new assets automatically distribute yield to holders through mechanisms like rebasing, staking, or protocol revenue sharing. As a result, DeFi users can now earn interest simply by holding these stablecoins — no complex DeFi farming or lending strategies required.
Institutional and Retail Adoption on the Rise
The rise in yield-bearing stablecoins is also drawing attention from institutions and conservative investors who are looking for low-risk ways to participate in DeFi. By offering predictable returns and pegged value, these stablecoins bridge the gap between traditional finance and crypto.
With 88 new launches in just one year, it’s clear that the market sees value in merging stable assets with income-generating features. Experts believe this trend will continue into 2026, potentially reshaping the stablecoin landscape entirely.
