Why Bank Profitability is 10x Higher Than DeFi Lending Protocols

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On-chain data shows a dollar in banks earns 10x more profit than USDC on Aave. Most DeFi lending revenue comes from volatile collateral and stable debt strategies. Aave’s total loans top $20 billion, with borrowing mostly used for yield farming and leveraged positions. On-chain analysis reveals structural differences in profit margins between banks and DeFi. As DeFi expands into real-world assets, it may break from crypto cycles and improve returns.
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