TRON key statistics
As of August 19, 2026, TRON (TRX) is trading at $0.3325, down +0.20% over the past 24 hours. It ranks #8 by market cap, currently $31.55B, with $310.60M traded in the last 24 hours. Circulating supply is 94.91B TRX.
Volume / mkt cap
TRON price chart
Chart data: TradingView · BINANCE:TRXUSDT. May differ slightly from the CoinGecko quote above. Not investment advice.
Price history from Binance daily closes (TRX/USDT) – hover for the date and price. Each window shows only real data; nothing is padded.
TRON (TRX) price prediction
Neutral regime| Horizon | Days | Bear | Base | Bull | Base vs now |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 hours | 1 | $0.3328 | $0.3391 | $0.3454 | +2.0% |
| 7 days | 7 | $0.3130 | $0.3342 | $0.3570 | +0.5% |
| 30 days | 30 | $0.2842 | $0.3342 | $0.3929 | +0.5% |
| 90 days | 90 | $0.2460 | $0.3368 | $0.4611 | +1.3% |
| 1 year | 365 | $0.1820 | $0.3449 | $0.6536 | +3.7% |
| End of 2027 | 498 | $0.1574 | $0.3320 | $0.7004 | -0.1% |
| End of 2028 | 864 | $0.1255 | $0.3355 | $0.8968 | +0.9% |
| End of 2030 | 1,594 | $0.0847 | $0.3219 | $1.22 | -3.2% |
Model-based scenarios. Not financial advice. Updated 14 minutes ago.
How we forecast →Model inputs: 221 days of price history · realized volatility 1.23%/day.
What is TRON (TRX)?
Tron (TRX) is a layer-1 blockchain launched in 2018 by the Tron Foundation, headed by Justin Sun, a Chinese entrepreneur who previously studied at University of Pennsylvania and worked at Ripple. The original vision was a decentralised entertainment platform where content creators could publish and monetise work without intermediaries taking a large cut. In practice, the network evolved in a different direction and became best known as the dominant rail for USDT (Tether) transfers: because transaction fees on Tron are extremely low — often less than a cent — it handles an enormous share of global stablecoin volume, particularly for transfers between exchanges and in markets where users prioritise cost over decentralisation principles.
Tron uses a delegated proof-of-stake model it calls DPoS. TRX holders vote for "super representatives", a fixed set of block producers who validate transactions in exchange for rewards, and share those rewards with their voters. The validator set is small and concentrated compared with proof-of-work networks, and critics argue this makes Tron more centralised than its marketing suggests. TRX itself is used to pay for two types of resources on the network, bandwidth (for basic transfers) and energy (for smart contracts). Holders can freeze their TRX to obtain these resources, which means they do not spend the token directly but instead lock it temporarily; unfreezing returns the TRX after a waiting period.
Tron's on-chain statistics — transaction count and total value transferred — often rank it among the most active blockchains globally, but critics note this activity is dominated by stablecoin transfers rather than a diverse application ecosystem. Justin Sun has been a controversial figure in the industry, and the project has faced scrutiny from regulators in multiple jurisdictions. As with all crypto, TRX is volatile. This page is information only and is not financial advice; always do your own research.
Written and reviewed by the TheWeal editorial team.
TRON analysis
Technicals · levels · performance · valuation · historyTechnical analysisDaily · updated 17 minutes ago
A technical reading from 261 days of real Binance closes – moving averages and oscillators only. It describes recent price behaviour and is not a price prediction and not investment advice.
Support & resistanceDaily pivot levels
Classic pivot levels computed from the most recent daily candle (high, low, close). Reference levels only – not investment advice.
PerformanceReturn over each window
ValuationWhere price sits today · from real history
Percentage below the running peak close (0% = a fresh all-time high). Real Binance daily closes.
Price vs 200-day average
Where price sits in its yearly range
14-day price momentum
Cycle & valuation gauges computed from real daily closes (Binance). Educational context only – not investment advice.
Correlationsvs top coins · 120-day daily returns
Pearson correlation of daily returns over the last ~120 days (−1 inverse · 0 none · +1 lockstep). From real Binance closes.
Price historyMonthly returns & daily OHLC
Each bar is that calendar month’s price change (first close to last), from real Binance daily closes.
| Date | Open | High | Low | Close | Volume | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 2026 | $0.3328 | $0.3334 | $0.3321 | $0.3327 | 20.59M TRX | -0.03% |
| Aug 18, 2026 | $0.3313 | $0.3352 | $0.3309 | $0.3329 | 94.65M TRX | +0.48% |
| Aug 17, 2026 | $0.3313 | $0.3336 | $0.3286 | $0.3313 | 76.48M TRX | 0.00% |
| Aug 16, 2026 | $0.3312 | $0.3325 | $0.3309 | $0.3312 | 39.14M TRX | 0.00% |
| Aug 15, 2026 | $0.3327 | $0.3334 | $0.3309 | $0.3312 | 55.60M TRX | -0.45% |
| Aug 14, 2026 | $0.3346 | $0.3347 | $0.3317 | $0.3327 | 59.87M TRX | -0.57% |
| Aug 13, 2026 | $0.3362 | $0.3385 | $0.3333 | $0.3345 | 83.73M TRX | -0.51% |
| Aug 12, 2026 | $0.3352 | $0.3375 | $0.3335 | $0.3363 | 81.33M TRX | +0.33% |
| Aug 11, 2026 | $0.3309 | $0.3376 | $0.3307 | $0.3352 | 108.80M TRX | +1.30% |
| Aug 10, 2026 | $0.3298 | $0.3319 | $0.3297 | $0.3309 | 59.44M TRX | +0.33% |
| Aug 9, 2026 | $0.3291 | $0.3303 | $0.3290 | $0.3299 | 41.07M TRX | +0.24% |
| Aug 8, 2026 | $0.3276 | $0.3296 | $0.3272 | $0.3291 | 36.19M TRX | +0.46% |
| Aug 7, 2026 | $0.3271 | $0.3285 | $0.3265 | $0.3275 | 58.01M TRX | +0.12% |
| Aug 6, 2026 | $0.3275 | $0.3289 | $0.3257 | $0.3272 | 71.31M TRX | -0.09% |
Daily open/high/low/close and base-asset volume from Binance (TRX/USDT). Change is close vs open.
Where to buy TRON (TRX)
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Always confirm an exchange operates legally in your country and supports TRX before signing up. Crypto is volatile and largely unregulated; never invest more than you can afford to lose.
How to store TRON
TRX can be held on a regulated exchange for convenience or in a Tron-compatible self-custody wallet such as TronLink. A hardware wallet is recommended for larger balances. Only connect your wallet to applications you trust.
Your recovery phrase is the master backup — store it offline, never share it. This is general information, not financial advice.
TRON (TRX) FAQ
Is TRX a good investment?
We don't give recommendations. TRX is volatile and its use case is concentrated in stablecoin transfers. Suitability depends on your own circumstances; do your own research.
Why is Tron used for USDT transfers?
Tron's very low transaction fees make it cheap to transfer USDT compared with Ethereum, and many exchanges support Tron-based USDT (TRC-20), so it became a common rail for moving stablecoins between platforms.
How are TheWeal's Tron predictions made?
Model-based scenarios from price history, volatility, liquidity and regime — not a forecast and not advice. See methodology.
How do I store TRX?
On an exchange (custodial) or a Tron-compatible self-custody wallet such as TronLink; a hardware wallet is recommended for larger amounts.
Can I lose money holding TRX?
Yes. Crypto prices can fall sharply. Never invest more than you can afford to lose.
What is the freeze/energy system on Tron?
Tron users can freeze TRX to obtain Energy (for smart-contract execution) and Bandwidth (for simple transfers). Frozen TRX is locked temporarily but earns voting power and resources rather than interest.
Disclaimer: Market data for TRON is provided by CoinGecko and Binance and may be delayed. Price predictions on this page are model-based scenarios, not a forecast and not financial advice. Nothing here is a recommendation to buy, sell or hold any asset. Cryptocurrencies are highly volatile and you could lose your entire investment – always do your own research and consider speaking with a licensed financial adviser.