The exact allocation will depend on market conditions, with final results set to be released once S3 concludes.
The move reflects ASTER’s strategy to balance growth, community incentives, and long-term token value while maintaining operational flexibility amid an unpredictable market.
Buybacks and Market Strategy
Token buybacks are a common method projects use to support their token’s value by reducing the circulating supply. For ASTER, committing a significant portion of S3 fees to buybacks signals confidence in the project and its community. The final allocation will adapt to market conditions, ensuring that the initiative aligns with broader goals such as liquidity management, network security, and incentivizing participation.
Recent trends show that dynamic buyback programs can create positive momentum. For instance, Solana-based project Raydium has periodically used protocol fees for token repurchases, helping maintain liquidity and foster community engagement even during volatile market periods. By taking a flexible approach, ASTER aims to protect its ecosystem from sudden swings while rewarding holders and participants in S3.
Buyback Announcement:
ASTER is currently targeting 70-80% of S3 fees for $ASTER buybacks, exact allocation will depend on market conditions and final results will be released following conclusion of S3.
As a growing project, and in these uncertain market conditions, it’s…
— Aster (@Aster_DEX) October 24, 2025
ASTER also emphasized that subsequent airdrops and buybacks will be announced as details are finalized. This phased approach allows the project to respond to evolving market conditions and community needs while sustaining healthy operational practices. In practice, this means users and investors can expect updates that balance immediate incentives with long-term stability, giving both retail and institutional participants clear visibility into project governance and tokenomics.
More About ASTER
ASTER has announced that its first Rocket Launch campaign featuring $APRO is now live. Participants can trade $AT spot from now until 23:59 UTC on November 6 to compete for a total reward pool of $200,000 in $ASTER, along with bonuses in $AT and 1.2 times trading points.
The first Rocket Launch campaign featuring @APRO_Oracle is now live!
Trade $AT spot from now until 23:59 UTC 6 Nov to earn $200,000 in $ASTER + Bonus in $AT + 1.2x trading points! 💰
🚀 https://t.co/s4bGHLnpmZ
Please note that to be qualified for this campaign, make sure you… https://t.co/vUsfZ8N7Hl
— Aster (@Aster_DEX) October 24, 2025
This campaign is designed to incentivize trading activity, reward the community, and increase engagement with ASTER’s growing ecosystem.