SoFi Technologies (SOFI) Stock Surges on SoFiUSD Stablecoin Launch: Today’s News, Analyst Forecasts, and What Comes Next
SoFi Technologies launched SoFiUSD, a U.S. dollar stablecoin issued by SoFi Bank, N.A., marking the first time a national bank has issued a stablecoin on a public blockchain. SOFI shares rose 4.8% to $26.50 on heavy volume after the announcement. SoFiUSD is fully reserved by cash and aims to serve banks, fintechs, and enterprise platforms with 24/7 settlement.