How to buy Coinbase shares in 2025
Coinbase Global, Inc. ($COIN) is a leading cryptocurrency exchange platform.👉 Read on to learn about Coinbase and how to buy $COIN shares in a few easy steps.
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How to buy Coinbase stock in 5 steps
When investing in shares - whether COIN or otherwise - it’s important to consider your financial position, investing goals and risk tolerance. Before making any investment decision, it’s wise to consider your current circumstances and consult with a financial planner or advisor. If you decide that investing in Coinbase is right for you, then consider the following steps.
1. Open an investing account
To buy Coinbase stock in Australia, you’ll need to sign up to an investing platform with access to the U.S. share market. Stake offers seamless access to 12,000+ stocks and ETFs across the U.S. and Australian markets, including COIN.
2. Fund your account
Once you’ve opened an account, you’ll need to deposit funds to allow you to buy COIN shares. With Stake, you can deposit via bank transfer, debit/credit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay or set up a recurring deposit using PayTo.
3. Search for Coinbase or COIN
Find your prospective investment by searching the name or ticker symbol of the company. If you’re using Stake, you can easily search on our web trading platform or the Stake app.
4. Place an order for COIN shares
The next step is to place an order for the number of Coinbase shares you’d like to buy. Be sure to check the market is open and ensure the order type and volume align with your investment plan.
5. Monitor your investment
Once your order executes, you should keep an eye on the company’s performance and monitor the performance of your portfolio. Check regularly to ensure your investment is aligned with your financial goals.
Put it on repeat?
If you intend to regularly purchase COIN shares, you could consider setting up a recurring investment. On Stake, you can set up a consistent purchase order for Coinbase shares which may be useful if you’re thinking of investing in the company over the long term.
Coinbase company overview
Coinbase provides a platform for users to buy, sell and store cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum. Founded in 2012, Coinbase has grown into one of the largest publicly traded cryptocurrency exchanges. The company earns revenue primarily through transaction fees and has expanded its offerings to include institutional-grade trading and custody solutions. As cryptocurrency adoption grows, Coinbase continues to innovate in blockchain-related financial services.
Coinbase share price performance
The Coinbase share price was US$177.49 (0.00%) as of market close.
Key metrics for Coinbase
Get a breakdown of Coinbase’s financial metrics.
| Latest market close | US$177.49 |
| Market capitalisation | US$45.06B |
| PE Ratio | 18.65 |
| Earnings per share | US$9.52 |
| Day change | 0% |
| 52-week high | US$349.75 |
| 52-week low | US$146.12 |
Data updated as of March 15, 2025.
Schedule a recurring investment in Coinbase
Put your favourites on repeat - like Coinbase - with a recurring investment on Stake. It’s a great way to build towards long-term goals and a convenient method to stay consistent with your investing habits.
You’re always in control, it’s easy to hit pause or skip a scheduled order.
What is the Coinbase price target?
The average price target for COIN is US$333.19 across 11 combined analyst ratings.
The suggestion is to BUY with 55% of analysts suggesting to buy, 45% suggest hold and 0% suggest sell.
Analyst ratings and price targets are provided for informational purposes by our market data partner, Benzinga, and do not constitute a recommendation to make an investment decision. Future forecasts are not a reliable indicator of future performance.
How to sell Coinbase shares?
The process of selling Coinbase shares on Stake is similar to purchasing them. If you already own COIN shares on the platform and looking to sell, follow these steps:
- Open Stake, head to your Holdings and find Coinbase
- Select Sell
- Choose the order type, number of shares/dollar value and the desired price (if applicable)
- Review your Sell order
- Follow the prompts to submit your order
Watch this video to see just how simple it is to buy and sell shares on Stake.
Is it a good time to buy Coinbase shares?
Like any investment, Coinbase may be a suitable option for some, but not for others. It’s important to understand that investing in any financial instrument comes with a certain level of risk.
You should always conduct your own research and consider your personal financial circumstances before buying $COIN shares. When researching, consider the company’s financial health, future prospects, current market conditions and whether or not it aligns with your investment strategy.
What are some similar stocks to COIN?
Robinhood Markets, Inc. ($HOOD): Robinhood is a financial services platform known for commission-free trading of stocks, ETFs and cryptocurrencies. Like Coinbase, it offers retail investors access to cryptocurrency markets, though it also provides stock and options trading through its app. Block, Inc. ($SQ): Block (formerly Square) is a financial technology company that provides mobile payment solutions, business software and peer-to-peer payments through Cash App. The company also allows users to buy and sell cryptocurrencies, making it similar to Coinbase in terms of offering access to the crypto markets alongside other financial services. Bakkt Holdings, Inc. ($BKKT): Bakkt is a digital asset platform that enables consumers and institutions to buy, sell, store and spend digital assets. Like Coinbase, Bakkt provides cryptocurrency exchange services but also focuses on offering solutions for digital assets, including loyalty points, gift cards and more.
What are some ETFs that hold COIN?
ARK Fintech Innovation ETF ($ARKF): ARKF focuses on companies that provide innovative financial technologies, holding Coinbase as one of its top positions. The ETF also includes companies involved in digital wallets, payment processing and blockchain technologies, such as Block (SQ) and Shopify. Global X Blockchain ETF ($BKCH): BKCH tracks companies involved in the development and utilization of blockchain technologies, with Coinbase as a major holding. The ETF provides exposure to the broader blockchain ecosystem, including miners, payment platforms and blockchain applications. Amplify Transformational Data Sharing ETF ($BLOK): BLOK invests in companies involved in blockchain and digital assets, with a portion of its holdings in Coinbase. The ETF includes a mix of companies engaged in cryptocurrency mining, trading and blockchain development, offering a broad approach to the digital assets sector.
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Coinbase Common Questions
- Sign up to Stake on desktop or via the Stake app
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- Deposit funds via bank transfer, credit/debit card, Apple Pay/Google Pay or PayTo
- Place a buy order for Coinbase
- Monitor your investment
Fractional shares allow U.S. investors to purchase a portion of a share in lieu of an entire stock. This can be advantageous for some investors who seek to hold a company in their portfolio but don’t want to pay for a full share.
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This is for information purposes only and is not a recommendation to invest in the securities listed. Such information is not intended to constitute financial advice and no agency or advisory relationship is created between you and Stake as a result of having access to or using the Information. This information does not take into account your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. You agree that neither Stake nor any third party provider is responsible for any investment decisions or for any damages or other losses resulting from the use of the Information. As always, do your own research before making any investment decisions and consider seeking advice from a licensed financial adviser. No representation or warranty is made as to the timeliness, reliability, accuracy or completeness of the material and Stake does not accept any responsibility arising from errors in, or omissions from, the data. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.