Tether Expands Gold Portfolio With Major Stake in Elemental Altus

Tether acquires 31.9% stake in Elemental Altus, adding over 78M shares to its gold-backed reserve assets.

Tether holds 50 tons of gold and 100,000 BTC, with both assets showing over 40% annual returns.

Option deal enables Tether to buy 34.4M more Elemental shares after Oct 2025, pending approval.

Tether expanded its portfolio by obtaining a 31.9% ownership interest in Elemental Altus Royalties Corp. The purchase agreement includes acquiring more than 78 million shares from the Canadian gold royalty company. Tether demonstrates its ongoing strategy to expand its investment portfolio while strengthening its digital currency reserves through tangible asset backing.

The firm’s acquisition illustrates a strategic redirection to integrate physical commodities and digital assets into its reserve strategy.

New Acquisition Strengthens Reserve Strategy

Tether's acquisition of Elemental Altus shares represents a component of its wider investment strategy to maintain reserves across several asset types. Tether has expanded its investment positions in Bitcoin and gold consistently throughout the last year.

According to the company's recent disclosure, it maintains holdings of 50 tons of gold along with 100,000 Bitcoins. The performance of these assets shows over 40% returns during the past year which demonstrates Tether’s successful diversified reserve strategy.

Elemental Altus Royalties offers exposure to gold without the operational risks associated with direct mining. The company specializes in royalty streams, which provide recurring income from gold production. Tether’s interest in this model underscores its intent to gain reliable returns while limiting volatility.

The structure of Elemental’s operations also fits into Tether’s strategy of backing its stablecoin with less risky, income-generating assets.

Future Option Agreement Supports Long-Term Vision

Tether has also entered into an option agreement with AlphaStream Limited. This allows the company to purchase an additional 34.4 million shares of Elemental Altus after October 29, 2025.

This option is subject to approval by Elemental, and it gives Tether flexibility to deepen its investment over time. If executed, this would significantly expand Tether’s presence in the gold sector.

The agreement not only secures future opportunities but also signals long-term confidence in Elemental Altus’s business model. With this move, Tether is positioning itself to benefit from both immediate and sustained returns. The structure of the option agreement allows for measured growth while remaining compliant with corporate governance frameworks.

Tether’s Diversification Efforts Gain Institutional Support

Tether's latest investment comes at a time when institutional interest in gold and Bitcoin is rising. Both assets have delivered strong annual returns and continue to attract investors looking for hedges against inflation. Bitcoin recently surpassed gold in United States retail ownership, highlighting its growing role in asset allocation strategies.

Besides traditional holdings, Tether also offers Tether Gold (XAUT), a token backed by physical gold. This token serves as an additional layer in the company’s reserve framework. Tether’s reserve policy appears increasingly focused on assets that maintain value and provide long-term stability.