Circle Group CRCL and Coinbase COIN faced notable declines as investors reassessed their outlooks following proposals under the Clarity Act that could alter digital currency regulation. The proposed ‘yield restriction’ would bar stablecoin issuers and platforms from paying interest or rewards on held balances in a manner that resembles traditional bank deposits, potentially hurting both companies. The issue is more material for Circle, but Coinbase relies heavily on its partnership with Circle for revenue tied to stablecoin activities and customer rewards.
If rewards are limited to activity-based incentives rather than passive holdings, these cash-like products could lose their appeal for users and institutions. Additionally, Coinbase stock performance has lagged the S&P 500 in 2026, while Circle’s CRCL has risen roughly 25% despite the earlier decline.
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