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[Weekend Money] USDC Circulation Up 20%... The Company Cementing Its Position as the ...
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Fusion42 · 28 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
Circle Internet Group's USDC stablecoin circulation increased by 20% year-on-year in Q2 2026, offsetting declines in reserve investment yields and supporting overall revenue growth and improved cost efficiency. The company is expanding into payments and tokenized financial infrastructure, positioning itself as a broader financial market infrastructure player amid regulatory uncertainties about new competitors like Open USD.
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Circle's rising USDC circulation shows the stablecoin market is still growing fast despite yield drops, making it a key revenue source beyond traditional banking products. You in fintech payments or tokenization should track Circle’s moves now as financial players pivot from yield to infrastructure expansion.
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