Tether’s $120 Billion Treasury Stash Surpasses Germany, Ranks 19th Globally
BitcoinistTuesday, May 20, 2025 at 4:30:19 AM
Tether, the company behind the USDT stablecoin, now holds a staggering $120 billion in US government debt—putting it ahead of Germany and making it the 19th-largest holder of Treasuries globally. This isn’t just a crypto milestone; it’s a sign of how much private money is now propping up US debt markets, rivaling entire nations.
What This Means: This isn’t just about Tether flexing its balance sheet. The fact that a stablecoin issuer now holds more Treasuries than major economies like Germany raises big questions. It shows how deeply crypto is entwined with traditional finance—and how much sway private entities have over government debt. For regulators and investors, it’s a wake-up call about who’s really funding Uncle Sam these days.
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