Coinbase has launched 24/5 trading for nearly 4,000 U.S. stocks in the UK, extending its platform beyond crypto and giving British users access to American equities around the clock on weekdays.
What Coinbase Is Launching in the UK
The exchange said UK customers can now trade close to 4,000 U.S. stocks on a 24/5 schedule, according to Coinbase’s announcement. For related coverage, see Putin Signs Law Opening Regulated Crypto Trading to Retail Investors in Russia.
The rollout follows regulatory clearance in Britain, with Coinbase receiving U.K. approval to offer the service. For related coverage, see Coinbase Details 30-Minute Force-Settlement for Deribit Positions.
The move marks a step beyond pure crypto trading for a company known primarily as a digital-asset exchange, placing traditional equities alongside its existing token markets.
Why the Move Matters for Coinbase and Retail Investors
Offering U.S. stocks expands Coinbase’s addressable market beyond crypto traders, opening its platform to users who want conventional equities in the same place they hold digital assets.
The 24/5 model gives UK users far longer access than standard U.S. exchange hours, a convenience that competes directly with established broker platforms. Coinbase has separately opened stock trading to U.S. users with 24/5 access, as detailed on its blog.
For crypto-native customers, the appeal is a single account spanning both asset classes. The company has been broadening its financial footprint on multiple fronts, including renewing its USDC arrangement with Circle and adjusting its crypto trading pair lineup.
What to Watch After the Launch
The scale of nearly 4,000 stocks raises practical questions about product depth, order execution, and how the equities experience integrates with Coinbase’s existing crypto ecosystem.
A UK-first international launch also invites the question of whether Coinbase will extend equities trading to additional markets, mirroring the parallel U.S. rollout reported by Investing.com.
Coinbase’s push into stocks arrives as the company faces regulatory scrutiny elsewhere, including a compliance dispute in New York. User adoption and trading volume will indicate whether the equities expansion becomes a durable part of Coinbase’s product roadmap or a niche add-on.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Cryptocurrency and digital asset markets carry significant risk. Always do your own research before making decisions.
