Schwab to Add New Crypto Trading Options by End of 2026
Schwab account holders will soon gain access to trade Avalanche, Solana, and Chainlink on the brokerage's crypto platform.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Investing
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Charles Schwab identified the Avalanche blockchain as a leader in tokenized real-world assets in new research released October 21, 2026. The brokerage firm plans to add trading support for Avalanche (AVAX), Solana, and Chainlink to its platform by the end of 2026.
Why it matters
As Schwab continues to expand its crypto offerings for its 39 million active brokerage accounts, this research signals an institutional focus on blockchains used for financial tokenization. Investors should note that the firm maintains a 0.75% trading fee for these digital assets.
Avalanche hosted 1,255 tokenized real-world assets worth over $13 billion in mid-October 2026. Schwab Crypto charges a 0.75% trading fee for digital assets across its 39 million active brokerage accounts.
The players
Charles Schwab
A major brokerage firm managing up to $13.3 trillion in client assets and providing access to 39 million active accounts.
Avalanche
A blockchain network hosting over $13 billion in tokenized real-world assets as of mid-October 2026.
The details
Avalanche allows organizations to deploy custom blockchains to support high-utility financial activity, such as the BlackRock BUIDL fund which holds $484 million on the network. Schwab intends to integrate AVAX trading by the end of 2026, building on the Bitcoin and Ether trading services launched earlier this year. Investors should be aware that trading these assets through Schwab Crypto involves standard platform fees, independent of the underlying asset's market performance.
Timeline
May 2026: Schwab Crypto launched Bitcoin and Ether trading.
August 27, 2026: Schwab announced plans to add AVAX, SOL, and LINK.
October 12, 2026: Avalanche distributed over $1.7 billion in tokenized assets.
Mid-October 2026: Avalanche hosted over $13 billion in tokenized RWAs.
October 21, 2026: Charles Schwab circulated research identifying Avalanche as a leader.
Money Landscape
The inclusion of Avalanche follows the pattern set by the firm's prior launch of Bitcoin and Ether trading in May 2026. This move continues the brokerage's trend of integrating institutional-grade blockchain assets into its retail-facing investment platform.
Investors currently using Schwab Crypto should expect a 0.75% fee on future trades involving new assets like AVAX once they become available. Consult with a financial professional to discuss how adding digital assets aligns with your broader portfolio and risk tolerance.
The takeaway
The move signals a growing institutional reliance on specific blockchain networks for real-world financial assets. Keep an eye on platform update notifications through your Schwab account to track when these new trading options become available for your portfolio.
What happens next
Schwab plans to complete the addition of AVAX, Solana, and Chainlink trading to its platform by the end of 2026.
Further reading
Learn more about asset diversification in our Investing section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Crypto Briefing.
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