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CRCL·Circle Internet Group Inc. Class A

$79.57
-4.70 (-5.58%)
After Hours
High
$85.04
Open
$82.52
Market Cap
21.50B
52W High
$147.44
Low
$77.54
P. Close
$79.57
P/E
47.64
52W Low
$47.80
Fwd P/E
57.40
DailyIQ Est.
$113.61
Inst. Ownership
18.8%
Short Interest
10.71%
Days to Cover
1.9
Technical Score (1D)
7
BEARISH
News Sentiment
51
MIXED
Circle Internet Group Inc. Class A (CRCL) scores 7 on the 1D Technical Score, placing it near the bottom of DailyIQ's momentum ranking: its 12-month price momentum, excluding the latest month, trails most of the stocks we track. The SELL signal and declining momentum reflect that, and the trend bias is bearish. Sentiment at 51 is diverging from the technical read. A low rank describes relative performance, not an oversold condition, so it is not by itself a bounce signal. $86.11 is the first level a recovery would need to clear; $79.49 is the near-term floor. DailyIQ's indicator breakdown shows how individual readings such as RSI (neutral range) and MACD (bullish) look right now. Those readings are context only and do not feed the Technical Score, which ranks CRCL's momentum against the rest of the universe.
LOW TARGET
$37 -53.5%
3 analysts
MEAN TARGET
$107 +34.5%
17 analysts
HIGH TARGET
$243 +205.5%
17 analysts
PRICE RANGE
$37.00 - $243.00
SB / B / H / S / SS
7/13/14/2/1
DAILYIQ EST.
$113.61 (+42.8%)
Sector
Financial Services
Industry
Capital Markets
Exchange
NYQ
Country
United States
Website
Symbol
CRCL
Description
Circle Internet Group, Inc. operates as a platform, network, and market infrastructure for stablecoin and blockchain applications. The company provides various platform including Arc Blockchain and Developer Infrastructure, an open, layer-1 blockchain network purpose-built to bring real world economic activity onchain; Circle Digital Assets and Services, which includes circle digital assets, USDC, EURC, and USYC, as well as circle mint and xreserve, related liquidity, custody, and trust infrastructure; and Circle Applications, which includes circle payments network and stablefx, applications that use circle digital assets to deliver real-world utility on the arc network and across the broader multichain ecosystem. Its stablecoins network comprises circle stablecoins, tokenized funds, liquidity, payments network, and developer services, as well as integration services. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in New York, New York.
Bought (1Y)
0 shares
$0
Sold (1Y)
2,581,515 shares
$205.1M
Chandhok NikhilChief Product & Tech. Officer
Option Exercise23,334 shares2026-10-08
Chandhok NikhilChief Product & Tech. Officer
Sell26,668 shares2026-10-08
Chandhok NikhilChief Product & Tech. Officer
Option Exercise23,334 shares2026-10-08
Allaire JeremyChairman and CEO
Sell895 shares2026-10-05
Allaire JeremyChairman and CEO
Sell233 shares2026-10-05
58/ 100
Neutral / mixed
Overall: Neutral
✓Revenue growing year over year
✕Negative net margin
✓Positive operating cash flow
Net Margin
-63.3%
Revenue CAGR
135.2%
Current Ratio
1.03x
Return on Equity
-2.1%
Earnings Summary
Circle Internet Group, Inc. operates as a platform, network, and market infrastructure for stablecoin and blockchain applications, serving the capital markets sector with its Arc blockchain, USDC, and enterprise payment solutions. In Q2 2025, the company posted a negative EPS of $-4.48 against an estimate of $-0.81402, while revenue reached $658.078 million, a figure not previously benchmarked, indicating a significant loss and modest revenue. The only other available earnings data is a forward estimate for Q3 2026, projecting EPS of $0.41528 and revenue of $792.245 million, with actual results pending. Historically, Circle has struggled with profitability, as evidenced by the large negative EPS in Q2 2025, and has yet to demonstrate a consistent earnings beat pattern. Revenue growth appears to be improving, with the projected Q3 2026 revenue higher than the Q2 2025 figure, suggesting a potential rebound in top‑line performance. Recent news includes Samsung’s announcement to support USDC transfers on its Solana wallet, expanding Circle’s user base to 82 million devices, and a partnership with SAP’s Tereina to embed USDC and EURC into enterprise ERP and payment workflows, both of which could enhance adoption and revenue streams.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$-5.21$-3.62$-2.03$-0.44$1.15Q2'25Q3'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q3'26$0.42 - -
Q2'25$-0.81$-4.48-450.4%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$638M$682M$725M$769M$812MQ2'25Q3'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q3'26$792M - -
Q2'25 - $658M -

Market Data

CRCL Stock Snapshot

BEARISH7/100
$77.78−$1.79 (2.2%)
Market cap
21.50B
P/E ratio
47.6
Day range
$77.54 – $85.04
News sentiment
51/100 · Neutral
Analyst target
$106.98 (+37.5%)
Consensus
Hold · 37 analysts
52-week range+62.7% off low · -47.2% from high
$47.80$147.44
Price $77.78 DailyIQ Est. $113.61

The signals on CRCL lean bearish, and the range position backs that up. Institutional coverage is thorough here, so shifts in analyst expectations show up in price quickly.

Sector Rotation

Is money rotating into or out of CRCL's sector?

Circle Internet Group Inc. Class A sits in the Financials sector, currently ranked 12th of 12 GICS sectors by relative-strength rotation score (improving).

Sector rank
#12 of 12
Sector state
Improving
Sector rotation score
18

Options Market

What is the options market pricing for CRCL?

CallsPuts

For Circle Internet Group Inc. Class A's nearest expiry (2026-10-16, 2 days out), open interest is call-heavy, a bullish tilt (put/call ratio of 0.83), with at-the-money implied volatility around 69.9%. The options market is pricing roughly a ±5.1% move by that expiry — a range of about $79.77–$88.29.

Put/call ratio (2026-10-16)
0.83
ATM implied volatility
69.9%
Total open interest
91,600
Expected move by 2026-10-16
±5.1% ($79.77–$88.29)

Analyst Rating Changes

Are analysts turning bullish or bearish on CRCL?

TD Cowen most recently reiterated its rating on Circle Internet Group Inc. Class A to Buy on Sep 17, 2026 with a price target of $92 (from $87). Over the last 90 days, coverage has run 1 upgrade against 0 downgrades, a net bullish lean.

Latest action
TD Cowen — Buy
90-day upgrades
1
90-day downgrades
0
Net rating momentum
+1
DateFirmActionRatingPrice target
Sep 17, 2026TD CowenMaintainedBuy$87 → $92
Sep 8, 2026Keefe, Bruyette & WoodsInitiatedMarket Perform$105
Aug 25, 2026Wolfe ResearchMaintainedUnderperform$50 → $65
Aug 24, 2026SusquehannaMaintainedNeutral$69 → $92
Aug 12, 2026TD CowenMaintainedBuy$82 → $87
Aug 6, 2026Canaccord GenuityMaintainedBuy$160 → $130
Aug 6, 2026Morgan StanleyMaintainedUnderweight$38 → $37
Aug 6, 2026HC Wainwright & Co.MaintainedBuy$115 → $104
Aug 6, 2026NeedhamMaintainedBuy$150 → $127
Aug 3, 2026TD CowenInitiatedBuy$82
Jul 31, 2026MizuhoUpgradeUnderperform → Neutral$50 → $45
Jul 22, 2026Raymond JamesInitiatedMarket Perform-

Peers & ETF holders

CRCL peers & ETF holders

News Sentiment Analysis

Sentiment gathered from recent headlines

51/100
Strong NegativeNeutralStrong Positive
MIXED

Recent News Coverage

Most recent articles, ranked by recency (click to expand).

10+ articles
What did this article say?
Circle Internet Group (CRCL) reported that while stablecoin usage is increasing, the company’s network growth is outpacing its earnings. The market has already priced in a transition toward a broader financial infrastructure platform, reflected in the current share price. Analysts note that the earnings shortfall could pressure future profitability if growth continues to outstrip revenue.
What did this article say?
Circle Internet Group is expected to experience a revenue increase in 2027, largely attributed to anticipated Federal Reserve rate hikes and the launch of the Arc blockchain platform. The company’s strategic positioning aims to capture higher transaction volumes and expanded service offerings. Analysts view the forecast as a moderate tailwind for the business, though the outcome remains contingent on macroeconomic conditions and competitive dynamics.
What did this article say?
Circle Internet Group (CRCL) joined OKX’s latest funding round, investing alongside Ripple and Standard Chartered, and helped maintain the exchange’s valuation at roughly $25 billion. The investment signals CRCL’s intent to broaden its presence beyond stablecoins into crypto trading infrastructure and tokenized equity markets. By backing OKX, CRCL positions itself closer to the intersection of traditional securities and crypto rails, potentially opening new revenue streams. The move is viewed as a strategic expansion rather than a transformative shift, but it strengthens CRCL’s market positioning. The decision is expected to enhance CRCL’s visibility in the evolving tokenized asset space.
What did this article say?
Samsung’s wallet announced support for USDC transfers, a stablecoin issued by Circle (CRCL). The feature will be available on Solana and is expected to reach Samsung’s 82 million device users. The move expands Circle’s user base and enhances the utility of its stablecoin in a major mobile ecosystem. It represents a modest but tangible tailwind for Circle’s adoption metrics.
What did this article say?
Circle announced that DJ Khaled had joined its “Team USDC” to promote the stablecoin. The move was largely a marketing initiative and did not alter Circle’s financials or strategic direction. The announcement generated media attention but had no measurable effect on the company’s operations or valuation. Investors noted the partnership as a publicity effort rather than a substantive business development.
What did this article say?
On October 5, 2026, Jeremy Allaire, Circle Internet Group’s CEO, sold 62,264 shares of the company for $5,204,479. The transaction reduced his direct holdings to 277,560 shares while maintaining a total control of 336,358 shares. The filing reflects a change in insider ownership but does not indicate a material shift in the company’s fundamentals. The sale is noted as a negative signal for investors, though its impact on the overall share structure is limited.
What did this article say?
Circle Internet Group announced a partnership with SAP‑backed firm Tereina to embed its USD Coin (USDC) and EURC stablecoins into SAP Cloud ERP and SAP Pay workflows. The integration allows companies to settle in either the U.S. dollar or euro within a single payment process, potentially increasing stablecoin usage among large enterprises. By positioning stablecoins as a core infrastructure layer for global commerce, Circle aims to broaden its payment footprint and drive adoption among corporate customers.

Technical Analysis

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7
BEARISH
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Institutional & Hedge Fund Ownership
25 tracked managers · $3.19B combined position · 18 adding, 7 trimming, 0 unchanged (latest 13F filings)
ManagerTrendShares Held% of Co.Position ValueFiled
BlackRock, Inc.▲ Buy8,365,2993.25%$523.92M2026-08-07
Morgan Stanley▲ Buy8,315,9613.23%$520.83M2026-08-13
Vanguard Group Inc▲ Buy5,653,1102.20%$448.29M2026-01-29
JPMorgan Chase & Co▲ Buy2,656,0851.03%$201.76M2026-08-12
Marshall Wace, LLP▼ Sell2,901,1461.13%$181.70M2026-08-13
Goldman Sachs Group Inc▲ Buy2,881,9381.12%$180.50M2026-08-14
Geode Capital Management, LLC▲ Buy1,787,8000.70%$146.14M2026-08-12
Norges Bank▲ Buy2,105,3780.82%$131.86M2026-08-12
Susquehanna International Group, LLP▲ Buy2,085,3790.81%$130.61M2026-08-14
Renaissance Technologies LLC▲ Buy2,033,0350.79%$127.33M2026-08-13
Citigroup Inc▼ Sell1,671,6390.65%$104.69M2026-08-03
Bank of America Corp▼ Sell1,255,5940.49%$78.64M2026-08-14
FMR LLC (Fidelity)▼ Sell999,9800.39%$62.63M2026-08-13
Baillie Gifford & Co▲ Buy976,6270.38%$61.17M2026-08-06
William Blair Investment Management, LLC▲ New861,2520.33%$53.94M2026-08-12
Northern Trust Corp▲ Buy618,1280.24%$38.71M2026-08-13
Invesco Ltd.▼ Sell610,6480.24%$38.24M2026-08-14
Artisan Partners Limited Partnership▲ Buy563,7310.22%$35.31M2026-08-13
Squarepoint Ops LLC▲ Buy516,6470.20%$32.36M2026-08-14
Wells Fargo & Company▲ Buy493,9190.19%$30.93M2026-08-14
Citadel Advisors LLC▼ Sell270,1800.11%$16.92M2026-09-02
AQR Capital Management LLC▼ Sell243,4770.09%$15.25M2026-08-14
Two Sigma Investments, LP▲ Buy163,1360.06%$10.22M2026-08-14
Voleon Capital Management LP▲ Buy122,1730.05%$7.65M2026-08-14
AllianceBernstein L.P.▲ Buy67,1470.03%$6.41M2026-08-14
Q2 2026 flow:15.84M sh bought ($1.02B)4.71M sh sold ($294.74M)net +11.13M sh (+$723.31M)
Congressional Trading Activity
1 disclosed trades · ~$8.0K est. traded value · 1 buys, 0 sells
MemberChamberStateTypeAmountTradedFiled
Rob BresnahanHousePA08▲ Buy$1K - $15K2025-06-242025-07-08