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  In Tiger app, I cannot see any option for Multi leg options. Can you pls let us know how to access this feature
  Option Strategy | Circle Stock Reverses Almost Entire Post-IPO Gain, How to Trade it Next?
  Circle has emerged as one of the standout players in the current cryptocurrency boom—specifically within the fast-growing stablecoin sector. The company made its public debut in June, pricing its IPO...
  Option Strategy | Circle Stock Reverses Almost Entire Post-IPO Gain, How to Trade it Next?
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The company made its public debut in June, pricing its IPO...","content":"<html><head></head><body><p>Circle has emerged as one of the standout players in the current cryptocurrency boom—specifically within the fast-growing stablecoin sector. The company made its public debut in June, pricing its IPO at $31 per share. Shares opened at $69 on the New York Stock Exchange and surged in the days that followed, hitting a high of $299 on June 23.</p><p class=\"t-img-caption\"><img src=\"https://community-static.tradeup.com/news/facff5761f856dafd6da786ba00f0e79\" tg-width=\"560\" tg-height=\"240\"/></p><p>But the momentum didn’t last. Circle is now navigating a series of challenges. Competition in the stablecoin market is intensifying, and its core revenue model is threatened by falling interest rates, which directly weaken returns on reserve investments. Meanwhile, its biggest rival — Tether, whose profitability and valuation dwarf Circle’s — is moving back into the U.S. market, posing a major threat on Circle’s home turf.</p><p>Circle’s stock had slipped back to $76 as of this Monday, nearly erasing its early gains and hovering just above its opening price. That leaves investors asking: what comes next for Circle’s stock?</p><h3 id=\"id_412082937\">Revenue Growth Under Pressure</h3><p>Stablecoin issuers like Circle primarily earn revenue by investing customer reserves in short-duration, cash-like assets such as U.S. Treasurys. As interest rates decline, returns on these investments inevitably shrink, even if overall revenue continues to grow.</p><p>Compounding the pressure, Circle’s revenue-sharing deal with Coinbase has significantly squeezed margins. In the second quarter of 2025, Circle’s distribution fees owed to Coinbase were more than triple its adjusted profit of $126 million. By comparison, Tether — operating under far fewer regulatory constraints and without the same auditing requirements — reported a staggering $4.9 billion profit over the same period.</p><h2 id=\"id_4116667075\">Options Strategies</h2><p>Below are several <strong>options strategies</strong> to consider, depending on whether you hold a <strong>bullish</strong> or <strong>bearish</strong> outlook on Circle’s stock.</p><h3 id=\"id_282780666\">Bullish Strategies</h3><p><em>(If you believe Circle’s stock will rebound.)</em></p><h4 id=\"id_1233513634\">1. Bull Put Spread</h4><p><strong>When to Use:</strong> Neutral to mildly bullish — suitable for traders confident CRCL will <strong>stay above $70</strong>. Generates income from premium collection.</p><p><strong>Structure:</strong></p><ul style=\"\"><li><p><strong>Sell</strong> 1 × Dec 19 put @ <strong>$70</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Buy</strong> 1 × Dec 19 put @ <strong>$65</strong></p></li></ul><p><strong><a href=\"https://ttm.financial/OPT/CRCL%2020251219%2065.0%20PUT%20BUY%201%20%7C%20CRCL%2020251219%2070.0%20PUT%20SELL%201\" title=\"$CRCL Vertical 251219 65.0P/70.0P$\" class=\"\">$CRCL Vertical 251219 65.0P/70.0P$</a></strong></p><p><strong>Max Profit:</strong> $176.5 (est.)</p><p><strong>Max Loss:</strong> -$323.5 (est.)</p><p><strong>Breakeven(Expiry):</strong> $68.24</p><p><strong>Estimated Margin: </strong>$500</p><p class=\"t-img-caption\"><img src=\"https://community-static.tradeup.com/news/c2fbb9c358ab793de5e13a16fff9822a\" alt=\"Source: Tiger Trade App\" title=\"Source: Tiger Trade App\" tg-width=\"1170\" tg-height=\"1391\"/><span>Source: Tiger Trade App</span></p><p><strong>Notes:</strong> A bear put spread caps the maximum loss to the <strong>net premium paid</strong> for the structure. If Circle trades below $70 before expiration, the<strong> short put can be assigned early</strong>. So this strategy is appropriate if you are willing to buy the Circle stock below $70.</p><h4 id=\"id_1276457969\">2. Bull Call Spread</h4><h4 id=\"id_522486401\">When to Use:</h4><p>Moderately bullish outlook — expecting further upside but wanting to cap risk and reduce cost.</p><p><strong>Structure:</strong></p><ul style=\"\"><li><p><strong>Buy</strong> 1 × Dec 19 call @ <strong>$80</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Sell</strong> 1 × Dec 19 call @ <strong>$85</strong></p></li></ul><p><strong><a href=\"https://ttm.financial/OPT/CRCL%2020251219%2080.0%20CALL%20BUY%201%20%7C%20CRCL%2020251219%2085.0%20CALL%20SELL%201\" title=\"$CRCL Vertical 251219 80.0C/85.0C$\" class=\"\">$CRCL Vertical 251219 80.0C/85.0C$</a></strong></p><p><strong>Max Profit:</strong> $360</p><p><strong>Max Loss:</strong> -$140</p><p><strong>Breakeven:</strong> $81.4</p><p class=\"t-img-caption\"><img src=\"https://community-static.tradeup.com/news/0e980a8fafa4e6281cc0da9efbe639de\" alt=\"Source: Tiger Trade App\" title=\"Source: Tiger Trade App\" tg-width=\"1170\" tg-height=\"1367\"/><span>Source: Tiger Trade App</span></p><p><strong>Notes:</strong></p><ul style=\"\"><li><p>Both strikes are <strong>out-of-the-money (OTM)</strong>.</p></li><li><p>A strong near-term rally is needed; otherwise, <strong>time decay (Theta)</strong> will erode value.</p></li><li><p>Strategy benefits from <strong>rising implied volatility (IV)</strong> but suffers from low liquidity or falling IV.</p></li></ul><h3 id=\"id_202877752\">Bearish Strategies</h3><p><em>(If you believe Circle’s stock will drop further)</em></p><h4 id=\"id_977468428\">3. Bear Put Spread</h4><p><strong>When to Use:</strong> Moderately bearish outlook — expecting a pullback while limiting downside risk.</p><p><strong>Structure:</strong></p><ul style=\"\"><li><p>Buy one <strong>$75 put</strong> (Dec 19 expiry)</p></li><li><p>Sell one <strong>$70 put</strong> (same expiry)</p></li></ul><p><strong><a href=\"https://ttm.financial/OPT/CRCL%2020251219%2070.0%20PUT%20SELL%201%20%7C%20CRCL%2020251219%2075.0%20PUT%20BUY%201\" title=\"$CRCL Vertical 251219 70.0P/75.0P$\" class=\"\">$CRCL Vertical 251219 70.0P/75.0P$</a></strong></p><p><strong>Max Profit:</strong> $275</p><p><strong>Max Loss:</strong> $225 (Est.)</p><p><strong>Breakeven:</strong> $72.75</p><p class=\"t-img-caption\"><img src=\"https://community-static.tradeup.com/news/f1d745664c390857bc7578a1743ced43\" alt=\"Source: Tiger Trade App\" title=\"Source: Tiger Trade App\" tg-width=\"1170\" tg-height=\"1375\"/><span>Source: Tiger Trade App</span></p><p><strong>Pros:</strong> Generates income in a flat-to-weak market; defined risk.</p><p><strong>Cons:</strong> Losses start if CRCL exceeds $73; limited profit potential.</p><p><em>Disclaimer: Options involve significant risk and are not suitable for all investors. 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The company made its public debut in June, pricing its IPO at $31 per share. Shares opened at $69 on the New York Stock Exchange and surged in the days that followed, hitting a high of $299 on June 23.</p><p class=\"t-img-caption\"><img src=\"https://community-static.tradeup.com/news/facff5761f856dafd6da786ba00f0e79\" tg-width=\"560\" tg-height=\"240\"/></p><p>But the momentum didn’t last. Circle is now navigating a series of challenges. Competition in the stablecoin market is intensifying, and its core revenue model is threatened by falling interest rates, which directly weaken returns on reserve investments. Meanwhile, its biggest rival — Tether, whose profitability and valuation dwarf Circle’s — is moving back into the U.S. market, posing a major threat on Circle’s home turf.</p><p>Circle’s stock had slipped back to $76 as of this Monday, nearly erasing its early gains and hovering just above its opening price. That leaves investors asking: what comes next for Circle’s stock?</p><h3 id=\"id_412082937\">Revenue Growth Under Pressure</h3><p>Stablecoin issuers like Circle primarily earn revenue by investing customer reserves in short-duration, cash-like assets such as U.S. Treasurys. As interest rates decline, returns on these investments inevitably shrink, even if overall revenue continues to grow.</p><p>Compounding the pressure, Circle’s revenue-sharing deal with Coinbase has significantly squeezed margins. In the second quarter of 2025, Circle’s distribution fees owed to Coinbase were more than triple its adjusted profit of $126 million. By comparison, Tether — operating under far fewer regulatory constraints and without the same auditing requirements — reported a staggering $4.9 billion profit over the same period.</p><h2 id=\"id_4116667075\">Options Strategies</h2><p>Below are several <strong>options strategies</strong> to consider, depending on whether you hold a <strong>bullish</strong> or <strong>bearish</strong> outlook on Circle’s stock.</p><h3 id=\"id_282780666\">Bullish Strategies</h3><p><em>(If you believe Circle’s stock will rebound.)</em></p><h4 id=\"id_1233513634\">1. Bull Put Spread</h4><p><strong>When to Use:</strong> Neutral to mildly bullish — suitable for traders confident CRCL will <strong>stay above $70</strong>. Generates income from premium collection.</p><p><strong>Structure:</strong></p><ul style=\"\"><li><p><strong>Sell</strong> 1 × Dec 19 put @ <strong>$70</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Buy</strong> 1 × Dec 19 put @ <strong>$65</strong></p></li></ul><p><strong><a href=\"https://ttm.financial/OPT/CRCL%2020251219%2065.0%20PUT%20BUY%201%20%7C%20CRCL%2020251219%2070.0%20PUT%20SELL%201\" title=\"$CRCL Vertical 251219 65.0P/70.0P$\" class=\"\">$CRCL Vertical 251219 65.0P/70.0P$</a></strong></p><p><strong>Max Profit:</strong> $176.5 (est.)</p><p><strong>Max Loss:</strong> -$323.5 (est.)</p><p><strong>Breakeven(Expiry):</strong> $68.24</p><p><strong>Estimated Margin: </strong>$500</p><p class=\"t-img-caption\"><img src=\"https://community-static.tradeup.com/news/c2fbb9c358ab793de5e13a16fff9822a\" alt=\"Source: Tiger Trade App\" title=\"Source: Tiger Trade App\" tg-width=\"1170\" tg-height=\"1391\"/><span>Source: Tiger Trade App</span></p><p><strong>Notes:</strong> A bear put spread caps the maximum loss to the <strong>net premium paid</strong> for the structure. If Circle trades below $70 before expiration, the<strong> short put can be assigned early</strong>. So this strategy is appropriate if you are willing to buy the Circle stock below $70.</p><h4 id=\"id_1276457969\">2. Bull Call Spread</h4><h4 id=\"id_522486401\">When to Use:</h4><p>Moderately bullish outlook — expecting further upside but wanting to cap risk and reduce cost.</p><p><strong>Structure:</strong></p><ul style=\"\"><li><p><strong>Buy</strong> 1 × Dec 19 call @ <strong>$80</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Sell</strong> 1 × Dec 19 call @ <strong>$85</strong></p></li></ul><p><strong><a href=\"https://ttm.financial/OPT/CRCL%2020251219%2080.0%20CALL%20BUY%201%20%7C%20CRCL%2020251219%2085.0%20CALL%20SELL%201\" title=\"$CRCL Vertical 251219 80.0C/85.0C$\" class=\"\">$CRCL Vertical 251219 80.0C/85.0C$</a></strong></p><p><strong>Max Profit:</strong> $360</p><p><strong>Max Loss:</strong> -$140</p><p><strong>Breakeven:</strong> $81.4</p><p class=\"t-img-caption\"><img src=\"https://community-static.tradeup.com/news/0e980a8fafa4e6281cc0da9efbe639de\" alt=\"Source: Tiger Trade App\" title=\"Source: Tiger Trade App\" tg-width=\"1170\" tg-height=\"1367\"/><span>Source: Tiger Trade App</span></p><p><strong>Notes:</strong></p><ul style=\"\"><li><p>Both strikes are <strong>out-of-the-money (OTM)</strong>.</p></li><li><p>A strong near-term rally is needed; otherwise, <strong>time decay (Theta)</strong> will erode value.</p></li><li><p>Strategy benefits from <strong>rising implied volatility (IV)</strong> but suffers from low liquidity or falling IV.</p></li></ul><h3 id=\"id_202877752\">Bearish Strategies</h3><p><em>(If you believe Circle’s stock will drop further)</em></p><h4 id=\"id_977468428\">3. Bear Put Spread</h4><p><strong>When to Use:</strong> Moderately bearish outlook — expecting a pullback while limiting downside risk.</p><p><strong>Structure:</strong></p><ul style=\"\"><li><p>Buy one <strong>$75 put</strong> (Dec 19 expiry)</p></li><li><p>Sell one <strong>$70 put</strong> (same expiry)</p></li></ul><p><strong><a href=\"https://ttm.financial/OPT/CRCL%2020251219%2070.0%20PUT%20SELL%201%20%7C%20CRCL%2020251219%2075.0%20PUT%20BUY%201\" title=\"$CRCL Vertical 251219 70.0P/75.0P$\" class=\"\">$CRCL Vertical 251219 70.0P/75.0P$</a></strong></p><p><strong>Max Profit:</strong> $275</p><p><strong>Max Loss:</strong> $225 (Est.)</p><p><strong>Breakeven:</strong> $72.75</p><p class=\"t-img-caption\"><img src=\"https://community-static.tradeup.com/news/f1d745664c390857bc7578a1743ced43\" alt=\"Source: Tiger Trade App\" title=\"Source: Tiger Trade App\" tg-width=\"1170\" tg-height=\"1375\"/><span>Source: Tiger Trade App</span></p><p><strong>Pros:</strong> Generates income in a flat-to-weak market; defined risk.</p><p><strong>Cons:</strong> Losses start if CRCL exceeds $73; limited profit potential.</p><p><em>Disclaimer: Options involve significant risk and are not suitable for all investors. Traders should assess their risk tolerance and investment objectives before entering any positions.</em></p></body></html>\n\n</article>\n</div>\n</body>\n</html>\n","type":0,"thumbnail":"","relate_stocks":{"CRCL":"Circle Internet Corp."},"source_url":"","is_english":true,"share_image_url":"https://static.laohu8.com/e9f99090a1c2ed51c021029395664489","article_id":"1104791576","content_text":"Circle has emerged as one of the standout players in the current cryptocurrency boom—specifically within the fast-growing stablecoin sector. The company made its public debut in June, pricing its IPO at $31 per share. Shares opened at $69 on the New York Stock Exchange and surged in the days that followed, hitting a high of $299 on June 23.But the momentum didn’t last. Circle is now navigating a series of challenges. Competition in the stablecoin market is intensifying, and its core revenue model is threatened by falling interest rates, which directly weaken returns on reserve investments. Meanwhile, its biggest rival — Tether, whose profitability and valuation dwarf Circle’s — is moving back into the U.S. market, posing a major threat on Circle’s home turf.Circle’s stock had slipped back to $76 as of this Monday, nearly erasing its early gains and hovering just above its opening price. That leaves investors asking: what comes next for Circle’s stock?Revenue Growth Under PressureStablecoin issuers like Circle primarily earn revenue by investing customer reserves in short-duration, cash-like assets such as U.S. Treasurys. As interest rates decline, returns on these investments inevitably shrink, even if overall revenue continues to grow.Compounding the pressure, Circle’s revenue-sharing deal with Coinbase has significantly squeezed margins. In the second quarter of 2025, Circle’s distribution fees owed to Coinbase were more than triple its adjusted profit of $126 million. By comparison, Tether — operating under far fewer regulatory constraints and without the same auditing requirements — reported a staggering $4.9 billion profit over the same period.Options StrategiesBelow are several options strategies to consider, depending on whether you hold a bullish or bearish outlook on Circle’s stock.Bullish Strategies(If you believe Circle’s stock will rebound.)1. Bull Put SpreadWhen to Use: Neutral to mildly bullish — suitable for traders confident CRCL will stay above $70. Generates income from premium collection.Structure:Sell 1 × Dec 19 put @ $70Buy 1 × Dec 19 put @ $65$CRCL Vertical 251219 65.0P/70.0P$Max Profit: $176.5 (est.)Max Loss: -$323.5 (est.)Breakeven(Expiry): $68.24Estimated Margin: $500Source: Tiger Trade AppNotes: A bear put spread caps the maximum loss to the net premium paid for the structure. If Circle trades below $70 before expiration, the short put can be assigned early. So this strategy is appropriate if you are willing to buy the Circle stock below $70.2. Bull Call SpreadWhen to Use:Moderately bullish outlook — expecting further upside but wanting to cap risk and reduce cost.Structure:Buy 1 × Dec 19 call @ $80Sell 1 × Dec 19 call @ $85$CRCL Vertical 251219 80.0C/85.0C$Max Profit: $360Max Loss: -$140Breakeven: $81.4Source: Tiger Trade AppNotes:Both strikes are out-of-the-money (OTM).A strong near-term rally is needed; otherwise, time decay (Theta) will erode value.Strategy benefits from rising implied volatility (IV) but suffers from low liquidity or falling IV.Bearish Strategies(If you believe Circle’s stock will drop further)3. Bear Put SpreadWhen to Use: Moderately bearish outlook — expecting a pullback while limiting downside risk.Structure:Buy one $75 put (Dec 19 expiry)Sell one $70 put (same expiry)$CRCL Vertical 251219 70.0P/75.0P$Max Profit: $275Max Loss: $225 (Est.)Breakeven: $72.75Source: Tiger Trade AppPros: Generates income in a flat-to-weak market; defined risk.Cons: Losses start if CRCL exceeds $73; limited profit potential.Disclaimer: Options involve significant risk and are not suitable for all investors. Traders should assess their risk tolerance and investment objectives before entering any positions.","news_type":1,"symbols_score_info":{"CRCL":2}},"isVote":1,"tweetType":1,"viewCount":22,"authorTweetTopStatus":1,"verified":2,"comments":[],"imageCount":0,"langContent":"EN","totalScore":0}],"defaultTab":"posts","isTTM":true}