Aave remains strong on usage and moat, with fair token structure
| Grade | Verdict | Score | Rank | Price | Market cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Prime | Green | 82 / 100 | #3 | $129.78 | $2B |
A | Prime means: Our model treats A-grade assets as eligible to anchor a portfolio, within its position cap. Score ≥ 80 with a multi-cycle track record.
Data as of Nov 4, 2026 — scores are re-evaluated daily. This page refreshes automatically from the published record.
Aave is a decentralized lending and borrowing protocol operating across multiple blockchain ecosystems. Users supply cryptoassets to pooled liquidity markets and can earn interest, while borrowers obtain assets by posting collateral. The system supports multiple collateral types and is designed as a multi-asset money market rather than an exchange or a standalone token network. AAVE is the protocol’s native governance token, allowing its community to participate in decisions about the platform’s direction. The supplied profile connects the token primarily to governance, while the protocol’s core product is the creation of lending markets through pooled liquidity. Aave is distinct because it combines an established, multi-chain lending service with community governance and a broad range of cryptoasset markets.
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