Coinbase Stock (COIN) Rises as SEC Dismisses Lawsuit; Time to Buy?

It’s been a wild ride for Coinbase investors.Back in 2023, the SEC sued Coinbase, alleging that the company operated an unregulated securities exchange. And since then, the ongoing legal battle cast a cloud over the stock, though shares have mainly trended higher amid Bitcoin’s historic ascent.Management is rejoicing on Friday after the SEC agreed to dismiss the lawsuit. It’s a signal that underscores the Trump administration’s nod to a promising crypto environment, a stark contrast to what we saw under Biden’s presidency.“We’ve always maintained that we were right on the facts and the law, and today’s announcement confirms that this case should have never been filed in the first place,” the company said in a blog post.Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong stated on Friday morning that the crypto exchange will not pay any fine, calling the decision a “huge day” for Coinbase and the crypto industry as a whole.What’s Going on With Coinbase Stock? One of the critical issues in the charges against Coinbase was whether some crypto assets counted as securities. The SEC, under former Chairman Gary Gensler, argued that certain crypto assets fell under existing securities laws and therefore required additional disclosure and registration.In the weeks after Trump’s victory, crypto stocks surged as Bitcoin spiked above $100,000 for the first time in its history. Coinbase COIN stock went along for the ride, rising about 75% in just a matter of days following the election.Image Source: StockChartsSince then, shares have trended downward, and continued to do so after the company’s latest earnings report despite a major beat. Coinbase reported adjusted Q4 earnings of $3.39 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.94/share by 74.7%. The company posted revenues of $2.27 billion during the quarter, topping estimates by 23.7%.The latest beat marked the eighth consecutive time the company has exceeded the earnings mark. Coinbase has delivered a trailing four-quarter average earnings surprise of 46.15%, showcasing its ability to outpace analysts’ estimates.Coinbase is a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stock. Looking into the current quarter, analysts have raised EPS estimates by 258.33% in the past 60 days. The Q1 Zacks Consensus Estimate now stands at $2.15 per share, reflecting potential growth of 30.3% relative to the year-ago period. Revenues are anticipated to climb 34.3% to $2.2 billion.Image Source: Zacks Investment ResearchBottom LineCoinbase garners a top ‘A’ rating in our Zacks Momentum Style Score category, indicating that shares are likely to move higher based on powerful price and earnings momentum. The measurement includes both actual earnings as well as estimate revisions.Still, Coinbase stock is likely to remain volatile and has a history of being susceptible to movements in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Make sure to keep an eye on the industry as a whole, particularly amid ongoing favorable developments.7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 DaysJust released: Experts distill 7 elite stocks from the current list of 220 Zacks Rank #1 Strong Buys. They deem these tickers "Most Likely for Early Price Pops."Since 1988, the full list has beaten the market more than 2X over with an average gain of +24.3% per year. So be sure to give these hand picked 7 your immediate attention. See them now >>Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Coinbase Global, Inc. (COIN): Free Stock Analysis ReportTo read this article on Zacks.com click here.Zacks Investment ResearchWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Zacks Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Zacks