Circle Internet Group, the issuer of the USD Coin (USDC) stablecoin, will start trading on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) later today, June 5, 2025. This initial public offering (IPO), trading as “CRCL,” creates a new and regulated entry for investors to tap into the crypto space.
In the recent interview with Ray Wang, founder of Constellation Research, has shared the importance of the Circle’s IPO and it is “huge opportunity” for investors. He explained that Circle is not just a crypto firm. It operated one of the largest stablecoins, USDC, which is pegged 1:1 to the U.S. dollar.
As per him, this is a crucial link between the traditional market and the digital asset ecosystem. “This is a big opportunity to enter crypto and do it in a way that fits all the regulatory requirements,” Wang stated.
Circle, valued at around $60 billion, is entering a global stablecoin market worth $248 billion. Its main product, USDC, is used for payments, trading, and DeFi. Since it’s always backed 1:1 with U.S. dollars, USDC offers a safe and stable way to get into crypto.
Wang emphasized that Circle is not offering hype or speculation, its value is backed by billions of real dollars. That makes the IPO particularly attractive for both crypto-curious investors and institutional players seeking safer exposure to the digital asset space.
Major firms like BlackRock are showing strong interest in Circle’s IPO as it is planning to buy about 10% of the shares . In addition, Ark Invest, led by Cathie Wood, may also invest up to $150 million.
