The Philippines is emerging as a significant frontier for asset tokenization, with a new report identifying a foundational market opportunity exceeding $60 billion. This projection, detailed in a collaborative study by the Philippine Digital Asset Exchange (PDAX), Saison Capital, and Onigiri Capital, underscores the nation’s potential to become a major hub for digital finance. The analysis suggests this substantial figure represents an initial entry point rather than a ceiling, with considerable upside potential as the ecosystem matures.
Growth is expected to be fueled by accelerating retail participation and broadening access to blockchain infrastructure. The convergence of a tech-savvy population, increasing digital financial inclusion, and progressive regulatory developments creates a fertile environment for tokenizing real-world assets. This process, which involves converting rights to physical or financial assets into digital tokens on a blockchain, could unlock liquidity and investment avenues across various sectors, from real estate to government bonds.
Industry experts view this milestone as a critical first step in a longer-term transformation of the Philippine financial landscape. The successful realization of this potential hinges on continued collaboration between exchanges, investors, and policymakers to build a robust, secure, and inclusive digital asset market.
