Circle's recent IPO filing shows that its USDC earnings fall short compared to cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase.
Circle's Financial Performance
Circle's financial report states that the company's largest expense was $908 million to Coinbase. Nonetheless, Circle generated $1.7 billion in revenue with $285 million in EBITDA.
USDC Growth and Market Position
USDC is showing significant growth with a market cap reaching $60 billion in 2024, making it the second-largest stablecoin after USDT. Since its inception, it has processed $25 trillion in transactions.
Stablecoin Market Competition
Amid growing competition from companies like PayPal and Ripple, Circle faces increasing challenges. However, the company continues to boost its revenue through interest on reserves supporting USDC.
Circle continues to show steady growth amid competitive pressures, but Coinbase retains a leading position in USDC earnings, thanks to high transaction fees.