Robinhood, the popular trading application, has announced its plans for expansion into Europe and the establishment of brokerage operations in the United Kingdom. The move comes as the platform faces revenue challenges, primarily linked to declining crypto volumes.
Revenue Miss in Q3
On November 7, Robinhood revealed its third-quarter results, reporting a revenue miss. The company posted net revenue of $467 million, falling short of the analyst projection of $478.9 million. However, this figure still marked a 29% increase compared to the previous year. Transaction-based revenues declined by 11% year-on-year to $185 million, largely due to decreased crypto notional volumes, which saw a 55% drop over the year.
Market Reaction
In the after-market hours on Tuesday, Robinhood’s stock (NASDAQ: HOOD) experienced a significant 8% decline, reflecting investor concerns regarding the revenue challenges.
Continued Crypto Expansion
Despite the slowdown in crypto trading volumes, Robinhood is committed to expanding its presence in the crypto landscape. Last month, the company announced its plans to offer services in the state of Nevada and declared its support for memecoin Shiba Inu (SHIB).
Robinhood provides users with the ability to trade a variety of cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, and Shiba Inu tokens. While initially targeting small traders, the platform witnessed a surge in crypto investment interest during the pandemic.
Regulatory Considerations
However, the enthusiasm for crypto trading on Robinhood has faced challenges. In June, the platform removed three tokens—Solana, Cardano, and Polygon—from its crypto trading offerings following a regulatory crackdown on some of the cryptocurrency industry’s largest exchanges. This decision was made to avoid potential conflicts with federal securities regulators as the SEC scrutinized altcoins.
As Robinhood embarks on its European expansion, it navigates the complex terrain of the crypto market and regulatory considerations.
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