Optimism forecasts 343M more OP in circulation
Optimism published its Year 4 budget update and Year 5 outlook on Aug. 6, forecasting that circulating supply will reach 2.504 billion OP by April 2027. That would equal 58.3% of the projects reported 4.295 billion total supply. The Foundations stated figures imply that approximately 343 million OP could enter circulation from May 2026 through April 2027. Optimism said in the official update that it had not requested a new token allocation and would continue working within the original distribution framework. Optimism budget directs 200M OP toward its ecosystem The Ecosystem Fund represents the largest listed Year 5 category, with 200 million OP forecast to enter circulation. Optimism also expects releases of 47.6 million OP for early core contributors, 15.3 million for investors and 10 million from the Governance Fund. No OP circulation is forecast from airdrops or Retro Funding during the period. However, the figures are not final. Optimism Projects 343M OP to Enter Circulation Over the Next Year Optimism Foundation released its annual budget update and outlook, projecting that approximately 343 million OP will enter circulation during Year 5 (May 2026–April 2027). The projected increase includes 200… The Foundation described them as “directional estimates” that are “subject to adjustment” based on program performance and governance








