Citi predicts that stablecoins are set to deeply integrate into the mainstream economy, reshaping global payments, remittances, and banking.
Stablecoin sector, currently valued at around $240 billion, could surge to $1.6 trillion by 2030 according to Citi forecasts.
Stablecoins, led by Tether's USDT and Circle's USDC, are increasingly used for cross-border transfers and merchant settlements, with a growing shift towards pure payments over trading.
Citi believes regulatory clarity, potential yield-bearing stablecoins, and seamless integration into bank liquidity models could accelerate the adoption of stablecoins, positioning them as a cornerstone of modern finance.