# Circle Shares Surge in Monster Public Debut

*Author: Bankless*
*Published: Jun 5, 2025*
*Source: https://www.bankless.com/de/read/circle-shares-surge-in-monster-public-debut*

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Circle’s IPO sees its shares soar nearly 200%, reinforcing the growing appetite for blockchain-native companies in traditional finance. 

## **What’s the Scoop?**
- **Monster Debut**: Circle shares surged nearly 200% after its IPO, reaching over $90 per share, well above its $31 IPO price.
- **Market Enthusiasm**: Trading was so intense that it briefly triggered a halt on the New York Stock Exchange around midday.
- **USDC and Regulatory Advantage**: Circle's USDC, the second-largest stablecoin, benefited from its U.S.-based regulatory position amidst growing digital asset markets.