Stablecoin issuer Circle is tumbling after competitor Tether announced it has hired a Big Four accounting firm to audit its USDT reserves for the first time.
Circle Internet Group (NYSE:CRCL) shares fell 16% on Tuesday while Coinbase Global Inc (NASDAQ:COIN) stock declined 7% following reports of proposed US legislation that could limit yield offerings on stablecoins. According to a report from Crypto in America, citing an internal stakeholder email, the proposed rules would prevent platforms from offering yield “directly or indirectly” for holding a stablecoin, or in any form resembling a bank deposit.
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Circle Internet (CRCL) – a platform designed for seamless global digital value exchange – has experienced a five-day trend of gains, accumulating a total increase of 18%. Over these five days, the company's market capitalization has risen by approximately $4.8 billion, now reaching $32 billion.
Circle is the company behind USDC, a stablecoin with a $78.5 billion market cap. Ethereum, as the top blockchain for stablecoins, could soar in value if stablecoins become a multitrillion-dollar industry.
Capital International Investors lessened its stake in shares of Circle Internet Group, Inc. (NYSE: CRCL) by 91.7% during the undefined quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 19,099 shares of the company's stock after selling 212,379 shares during the period. Capital
CRCL stock has surged nearly 110% in a month as USDC adoption and institutional partnerships accelerate. Yet valuation and costs raise caution.
I'm upgrading Circle Internet Group (CRCL) to a Strong Buy rating, driven by the firm's rapid revenue growth, defensibility, and AI tailwinds. CRCL's stablecoin business model leverages network effects, programmable money, and reserve income, positioning it for long-term market leadership. Q4 results showed USDC circulation up 72% YoY, $11.9T in transaction volume, and 77% YoY revenue growth, supporting forward profitability.
CRCL tops Q4 estimates as revenues jump 77% Y/Y, fueled by surging USDC circulation, soaring reserve income and sharply higher margins.
Circle Internet Group, Inc. (CRCL) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Circle Internet Group, Inc. earns a Buy rating after a strong Q4 beat and encouraging 2026 guidance, despite high volatility and recent underperformance. CRCL delivered Q4 GAAP EPS of $0.43 (vs. $0.16 consensus) and 77% YoY revenue growth, with USDC circulation up 72% and robust margin expansion. Management reiterated a medium-term 40% USDC CAGR, 38–40% RLDC margins, and $570–585M in 2026 adjusted operating expenses, supporting a bullish outlook.
CNBC MacKenzie Sigalos reports on the growth of stablecoin issuer Circle.