Independent risk rating for Aster (aster). Last updated 2026-03-12.
Is Aster safe? ZARQ rates Aster (aster) Baa3 with a trust score of 52.0/100 and a 18% crash probability, based on 7 quantitative risk signals. Distance-to-Default: 3.3. Alert level: WATCH. 2 structural weakness signals active — elevated collapse risk. Vitality Score: 46/100 (Grade C), indicating crash resistance — backtested high-Vitality tokens lost 44% less during the 2025-2026 market crash (p < 0.001). Investors searching for Aster safety information should note this rating is updated daily.
Vitality Score Breakdown
The ZARQ Vitality Score measures ecosystem health and crash resistance across 5 dimensions. Aster scores 46/100 (Grade C), indicating crash resistance — backtested high-Vitality tokens lost 44% less during the 2025–2026 market crash (p < 0.001). Backtested ✓ Methodology
Ecosystem Gravity70
Multi-chain presence, protocol count, DeFi depth
Capital Commitment14
TVL stability, locked capital, market cap rank
Coordination Efficiency40
Audit coverage, category diversity, yield density
Stress Resilience55
Drawdown recovery, NDD stability, crash probability
Organic Momentum48
Rating trend, NDD trend, volume momentum
Data confidence: 100%
Structural Stress Detected
Aster has 2 structural stress signals. This indicates emerging weakness that may worsen. Monitor closely.
Pillar 1 — Ecosystem Strength
70.0
Market cap rank, volume stability, activity. Higher is safer.
Pillar 2 — Contagion Risk
60.0
BTC correlation, beta exposure, idiosyncratic risk. Lower correlation = more independent.
Pillar 3 — Historical Resilience
45.0
Max drawdown recovery, annualized volatility, tail risk ratio.
Pillar 4 — Fundamental Quality
46.2
Token age, price consistency, long-term trend strength.
Pillar 5 — Rug Pull Risk
40.0
Anomaly detection, extreme move frequency, dump pattern screening.
Distance-to-Default (NDD)
3.3
Structural distance from default threshold. Below 2.0 = elevated distress.
Structural Signal (Sig6)
4.0
Structural integrity score from the DtD model. Lower values indicate structural weakness.
Aster carries moderate crash risk at 18%, typical for mid-cap crypto assets. Minor structural stress has been detected (2 signals). The Distance-to-Default stands at 3.3, with an alert level of WATCH. Rating: Baa3. Vitality Score: 46/100 (Grade C).
Backtest resultsDisclaimer: This is quantitative risk analysis, not investment advice. Crypto assets are volatile and can lose value rapidly. Never invest more than you can afford to lose. ZARQ provides independent risk data — always do your own research before making investment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aster safe to invest in?
Aster (aster) currently holds a Baa3 rating from ZARQ with a trust score of 52.0/100. This is an investment-grade rating at the lower end, indicating moderate risk. The current crash probability is 18%, and its Distance-to-Default stands at 3.3. Some structural stress signals are present. Over the past 90 days, Aster has experienced a 35.0% maximum drawdown. The alert level is WATCH. As with all crypto investments, you should conduct your own research and consider your risk tolerance.
What is Aster's risk rating?
ZARQ rates Aster at Baa3 on a Moody's-style scale (Aaa to C), where Baa3 and above is investment grade. The trust score is 52.0 out of 100, based on five quantitative pillars: ecosystem strength (70.0/100), contagion risk (60.0/100), historical resilience (45.0/100), fundamental quality (46.2/100), and rug pull risk (40.0/100). The strongest pillar is ecosystem strength, while rug pull risk scores lowest. The alert level is currently WATCH.
Will Aster crash?
ZARQ's crash model estimates a 18% probability of a >50% drawdown for Aster. The Distance-to-Default (NDD) is 3.3, which indicates healthy — comfortable distance from default. The structural integrity signal (Sig6) is 4.0, and there are 2 structural weakness signals active. Some structural stress signals are present. These are model-based estimates updated daily, not guarantees of future performance.
Should I invest in Aster?
Aster holds a Baa3 rating from ZARQ. The crash probability is 18% and the Distance-to-Default is 3.3. These metrics suggest notable downside risk. However, ZARQ provides risk data, not investment advice. All crypto investments carry significant risk, including total loss of capital. Consider your risk tolerance, portfolio diversification, and investment horizon. Never invest more than you can afford to lose.
Aster price prediction — what does the risk data say?
ZARQ does not make price predictions for Aster. Instead, we provide quantitative risk metrics: the crash probability is 18% (probability of a >50% drawdown), the Distance-to-Default is 3.3, and the alert level is WATCH. There are 2 structural weakness signals active. These risk signals are updated daily and can help inform — but not replace — your own analysis.
Is Aster a scam?
ZARQ's analysis of Aster shows a Baa3 rating. Minor structural stress detected (2 signals). ZARQ monitors Aster daily across 7 quantitative risk signals including Distance-to-Default, crash probability, and structural integrity. While these signals can flag elevated risk, they cannot definitively determine if an asset is fraudulent. Always verify the project's team, code, and community independently.
What are the pros and cons of Aster?
Based on ZARQ's quantitative analysis, Aster (aster) has the following strengths: Moderate crash probability (18%); Healthy distance from default (NDD: 3.3). Key risks include: 2 structural weakness signals active; Crypto assets carry inherent volatility risk. These assessments are based on daily-updated risk models and should be considered alongside your own research and risk tolerance.