Circle Internet Group (CRCL) rallied 7.6% to $71.95 in after-hours trading on November 21, 2025, following Q3 results that revealed a 202% year-over-year net income jump and 66% revenue growth, fueled by a 108% surge in USDC circulation. The move came amid heavy options activity and a sharp divergence in analyst sentiment, with JPMorgan upgrading the stock while Deutsche Bank, Wells Fargo, and Goldman Sachs cut their price targets. Despite strong fundamentals, the stock's volatility was heightened by concerns over rising costs and mixed analyst outlooks. CRCL's gain outpaced sector peers, reflecting both optimism about stablecoin adoption and caution over regulatory and expense risks[1][3][6].