Circle Internet Group Inc., the issuer of the USD Coin (USDC) stablecoin, made a remarkable debut on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on June 5, 2025. Trading under the ticker symbol “CRCL,” the company’s shares opened at $69, more than double the initial public offering (IPO) price of $31, and closed at $83.23, marking a 168% increase. During the day, the stock reached a high of $103.75, leading to multiple trading halts due to volatility.
The IPO raised approximately $1.1 billion through the sale of 34 million shares, valuing Circle at around $6.9 billion. This successful launch is considered the most significant crypto-related public offering since Coinbase’s debut in 2021 and is expected to encourage other cryptocurrency firms to explore public listings.
Circle, founded in 2013 by Jeremy Allaire and Sean Neville, is known for issuing USDC, the second-largest stablecoin by market capitalization, with approximately $61.5 billion in circulation. USDC is widely used for digital transactions and is backed by assets such as cash and short-term U.S. Treasuries.
The company’s strong financial performance, including a net income of $64.79 million on $578.57 million in revenue for the first quarter of 2025, has bolstered investor confidence. Circle’s public listing comes amid a favorable regulatory environment in the U.S., with ongoing discussions about clearer regulations for stablecoins, which could further legitimize and expand their use in mainstream finance.
Major investment firms, including Cathie Wood’s ARK Investment Management and BlackRock, have shown interest in Circle’s shares, signaling strong institutional support for the company’s vision and the broader stablecoin market.
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