Aster Allocates Up to 80% of Fees for Buybacks

Although some sources report that the community was confused about earlier stages, the Aster team explained that buybacks are an ongoing policy that will continue into Stage 5.

Ephraim Emmanuel•December 22, 2025

Aster DEX has announced its Stage 5 buyback program. The program will use up to 80% of the platform’s daily fees to buy back $ASTER tokens starting December 23. It will allocate 40% for automatic daily buybacks, providing steady support for the token. The remaining 20-40% will be held as a reserve for buying tokens when the market is unstable.

The plan aims to lower the token’s supply and increase its long-term value. It also focuses on transparency and clarity, with all transactions recorded on the blockchain. Users can verify transactions through designated wallets using blockchain explorers. The move aligns with Aster’s past support for fee-based tokenomics.

Aster Launches Stage 5 Buyback Program

Aster is a decentralized exchange (DEX) that operates on multiple blockchains and is supported by YZi Labs. Popular for its perpetual futures trading interface, it allows traders to use high leverage and offers options to earn yields on collateral. The platform now uses its fees to buy back tokens as part of Stage 5. The latest stage builds on earlier efforts but is better organized.

Stage 4 of the program included weekly updates showing how millions were spent on buybacks. Although some sources report that the community was confused about earlier stages, the Aster team explained that buybacks are an ongoing policy that will continue into Stage 5.

These earlier phases saw significant token burns, such as 77.8 million tokens in December 2025. Typically, half of the repurchased tokens are burned or set aside for locked airdrops. The total supply is currently capped at about 8 billion tokens.

Broader Context and Market Implications

Stage 5 of the buyback program starts with the “Crystal” airdrop on December 22. The phase will distribute only 1.2% of the total supply over six weeks, with an option to vest. Early claims will burn any unused bonuses to reduce emissions. The design aims for low emissions, showing that the tokenomics of Aster Chain are maturing.

The community is optimistic about the program because it has the potential to reduce supply over time. Aster is also adding features like weekly cash drops and private trading modes. Meanwhile, ASTER’s value has faced challenges even with ongoing support efforts.

The token is currently trading around $0.70–$0.71, down 2-3% today. Its market capitalization nears $1.77 billion and ranks in the top 50 on major tracking platforms like CoinGecko. Analysts believe there is potential for further buying, which could help stabilize prices.

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