Robinhood (HOOD) stock jumps as bitcoin climbs; traders eye earnings and fresh scrutiny on event contracts
Robinhood shares rose 3.6% to $119.38 by late morning Monday, rebounding after an early drop. Bitcoin gained 1.2% to $92,046, while most crypto-linked stocks were steady. Investors are watching Robinhood’s Feb. 10 earnings and regulatory moves against sports event contracts, a sector the company is expanding into. Tennessee and Connecticut regulators have targeted several firms, including Robinhood, over unlicensed sports wagering.