Key Takeaways:
Tether posted $1.04B profit in Q1 2026, with reserves hitting a record $8.23B. Tether holds $141B in U.S. Treasuries, reinforcing its role in global dollar liquidity. Tether expands into bitcoin ($7B) and gold ($20B) as audit process begins. Tether Boosts Treasury Holdings to $141B as Q1 Profit Tops $1B MilestoneThe report shows total assets of roughly $191.8 billion against liabilities of $183.5 billion, the vast majority linked to tokens in circulation. Supply remained broadly stable during the quarter at around $183 billion, reflecting steady demand for dollar-backed digital assets.
Tether’s reserve strategy remains heavily concentrated in short-term, highly liquid instruments. Exposure to U.S. Treasury bills reached approximately $141 billion, positioning the company among the largest holders of U.S. government debt globally.
Chief Executive Officer Paolo Ardoino emphasized the firm’s focus on reliability by maintaining a system that functions consistently across market cycles.
He stated:
USDT Circulation Rises to Match Demand
