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Reserve Asset Yield

Definition

Reserve asset yield is the return generated from the underlying assets held to back a stablecoin or other digital currency. This yield is typically derived from interest-bearing instruments like government bonds or money market funds that constitute a stablecoin’s reserves. The generated yield can cover operational costs, accumulate profits for issuers, or potentially be distributed to token holders. It adds an economic dimension to stablecoin operations beyond mere price stability.