Over the past 30 days, data reveals the stablecoin market added $7.719 billion to its valuation in February, marking a steady yet significant expansion. Dominating this growth was USDS, which saw its circulating supply leap by 63.68% from the month’s inception—a figure eclipsing all peers.
February’s Stablecoin Growth Sees a $7.719 Billion Rise
Amid a widespread contraction in cryptocurrency valuations this month, defillama.com data shows the fiat-anchored digital asset economy persists in its upward trajectory. Tether (USDT) remains the leading entity within this sphere, commanding a valuation of $142.579 billion—a figure representing 63.37% of the aggregate $225 billion stablecoin domain. USDT’s supply expanded by $2.5 billion since Jan. 31, demonstrating its sustained momentum in the digital currency arena.
Source: Defillama stablecoin overview.
Circle’s USDC mirrored this progression, achieving a 7.33% escalation over the past 30 days—translating to a $3.85 billion amplification. Conversely, Ethena’s USDe, the third-largest stablecoin, experienced a $154.87 million contraction, eroding 2.63% of its circulating reserves. USDC commands a market valuation of $56.422 billion, whereas USDe claims a valuation of $5.72 billion.
DAI faced amplified outflows, shedding $356 million this month, with its market capitalization resting at $4.34 billion. Contrastingly, Sky’s USDS accrued a $1.653 billion increase, soaring by 63.68% since Jan. 31. USDS’s valuation now settles at $4.248 billion. Notably, Paypal’s PYUSD expanded by 49.32% over the past 30 days, with its market capitalization stabilized near $753.61 million following an influx of $248.9 million.
February’s stablecoin dynamics reveal a market defined by divergent strategies. Established giants anchor confidence, while newer entrants vie for relevance through volatility-driven opportunities. This friction between stability and speculative ambition shows an evolving ecosystem where the crypto market tides change the game. Such shifts hint at broader recalibrations in digital finance, as participants navigate liquidity preferences and competitive differentiation in a maturing sector.