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Tether reports $1.5B Q2 profit from US Treasuries

Created at 31 Jul · 4:36 PM2 sources↑ Market-relevant2 events
IN SHORT

Tether reported a net operating profit of approximately $1.5 billion for Q2 2026, driven by its holdings in U.S. Treasury securities. The stablecoin issuer's reserve surplus grew to $4.11 billion, and its USDT holdings increased.

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Key Numbers

$1.5 billionTether's net operating profit in Q2
$4.11 billionTether's reserve surplus as of June 30
$184.6 billionTotal USDT circulating supply
14 metric tonsGold added in Q2
146 metric tonsTotal gold holdings

Who's Involved

Tether
Stablecoin issuer reporting Q2 financial results
Paolo Ardoino
CEO of Tether
Tether reports $1.5B Q2 profit from US Treasuries

↳ Why This Matters

Tether's strong profitability and growing reserve surplus demonstrate its resilience and market dominance in the stablecoin sector, even amidst broader market fluctuations. The company's performance highlights the financial benefits of holding U.S. Treasuries in a high-interest-rate environment.

Key facts

  • Tether reported $1.5 billion in net operating profit for Q2 2026.
  • The company's reserves exceeded liabilities by $4.11 billion.
  • USDT in circulation reached $184.6 billion.
  • Tether increased its gold holdings by 14 metric tons to over 146 metric tons.

    • Tether reported a net operating profit of approximately $1.5 billion for the second quarter of 2026, marking a nearly 50% increase from the previous quarter. This profit was largely driven by income generated from its substantial holdings of short-term U.S. Treasuries and repurchase agreements. The company's latest quarterly attestation, released on Friday, showed that as of June 30, Tether held about $187.75 billion in assets against approximately $183.64 billion in liabilities, resulting in a reserve surplus of roughly $4.11 billion. Despite a contraction in the overall stablecoin market during the quarter, Tether's USDT in circulation grew by $446 million to $184.6 billion, increasing its market share to over 60%. The company also expanded its physical gold holdings by 14 metric tons, bringing its total to more than 146 metric tons. CEO Paolo Ardoino highlighted Tether's role in financial inclusion and contrasted the company's investment strategy with the focus on AI stock valuations, emphasizing investments in technologies that broaden access to financial services for underserved populations.

    Frequently asked questions

    Tether's profit was primarily driven by interest income from its U.S. Treasury holdings and repurchase agreements.

    Tether's reserve buffer, the amount by which its assets exceed liabilities, grew to $4.11 billion as of June 30.

    Yes, the circulating supply of USDT increased by $446 million in the second quarter, reaching $184.6 billion.

    What Happens Next

    01Tether will continue to report quarterly attestations.
    02Market participants will monitor USDT's market share and reserve composition.

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    How It Developed

    Tether reported a $1.5 billion net operating profit in Q2.
    Tether's reserve surplus grew to $4.11 billion.
    USDT in circulation reached $184.6 billion.
    Tether added 14 metric tons of gold, increasing holdings to over 146 metric tons.

    Sources

    T1
    Tether earns $1.5B in Q2 as US Treasury holdings fuel profitsTether’s reserve surplus grew to $4.11 billion in the second quarter as USDT supply rose despite a weaker stablecoin market and continued pressure across the crypto sector.Cointelegraph
    T1
    Tether Reports $1.5B Q2 Profit as USDT Supply Grows, Gold Holdings RiseDecrypt

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