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Circle Stock Drops 20% Despite USDC Transaction Record

3/24/2026

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Circle Internet Group's stock fell nearly 20% after draft language in the CLARITY Act would ban yield on stablecoin balances.
USDC achieved record highs in transaction volume and revenue despite the stock's decline from its peak.
Circle urges the European Commission to adjust the Market Integration Package, saying thresholds could hinder euro-backed stablecoins' growth.
Circle announced a partnership with Sasai Fintech to expand USDC into African payment networks.

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Circle Internet Group's stock fell nearly 20% after draft language in the CLARITY Act would ban yield on stablecoin balances.
USDC achieved record highs in transaction volume and revenue despite the stock's decline from its peak.
Circle urges the European Commission to adjust the Market Integration Package, saying thresholds could hinder euro-backed stablecoins' growth.
Circle announced a partnership with Sasai Fintech to expand USDC into African payment networks.