Why Circle Internet Stock Is Sinking Today

Circle, the company behind the second most stablecoin, USDC, received a sell rating downgrade from a Wall Street analyst

Circle is a sell according to Compass Point An analyst at the investment bank Compass Point downgraded Circle stock to a sell, citing two main issues: one, an increasingly competitive market that could threaten Circle as a leader in the space, and two, valuation concerns

The analyst also said that despite the passing of the Genius Act, a bill that vides a regulatory framework for stablecoins in traditional banking and finance, he does not see upside

Nevertheless, He believes investors will "sell the news," saying: "Crypto investors typically sell the news after highly anticipated events

Nevertheless, As such, we expect CRCL to retrace some of its recent rally. " Image source: Getty Images

The downgrade helped take the wind out of Circle's sails as investors began to digest the stock's incredible rally

On the other hand, Circle's valuation is not sustainable Circle's stock has skyrocketed since its recent initial public offering and now trades at a valuation that I don't think makes sense, in today's market environment

Although its USDC is the second most stablecoin, I think there is a considerable threat from banks themselves creating their own and bypassing the need for USDC

At the same time, The Author Johnny Rice is a contributing Motley Fool Analyst

Prior to The Motley Fool, Johnny contributed to various financial publications (which is quite significant), given current economic conditions

Moreover, From the University of San Diego and an MFA from A

Fun fact: Johnny is also an actor and filmmaker

TMFJohnnyRice Johnny Rice has no position in any of the stocks mentioned, in light of current trends

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