Standard Chartered forecasts LINK at $200 by 2030 on $4T tokenized assets

The LINK token, the native asset of Chainlink, could surge 25-fold to $200 by the end of 2030 as the tokenization of real-world assets (RWAs) accelerates the demand for reliable oracle services, Standard Chartered forecasts.

Tokenization turns real assets like stocks, bonds, or commodities into digital tokens on a blockchain. For these tokens to interact with smart contracts, they need accurate, tamper-proof data feeds—precisely what Chainlink provides. The bank’s projection hinges on a projected $4 trillion surge in RWA tokenization by 2030, which would make oracle networks like Chainlink indispensable. Currently, Chainlink processes over 1.5 billion data requests daily and works with institutions like Swift and ANZ Bank, signaling growing institutional adoption.

Chainlink dominates the oracle market with over 80% market share. Its dominance is reinforced by partnerships with major financial players and blockchain networks. If RWAs grow as expected, demand for Chainlink’s services will likely rise, potentially driving up the token’s value. The token’s price has already climbed from under $1 in 2020 to around $25 today, reflecting early demand. A $200 valuation by 2030 would imply a compound annual growth rate of roughly 50%, a bold but plausible scenario if adoption scales globally.

The surge in tokenized RWAs could reshape finance. Traditional assets like real estate or private equity, once illiquid, could become tradable 24/7 with reduced friction. If Chainlink secures these transactions, its market position—and the value of LINK—could strengthen further. Regulators and institutions are still warming to blockchain, but momentum is building. A $4 trillion RWA market would signal a major shift, and Chainlink would be at the center of it.