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Robinhood Doubles Down on Crypto With WonderFi Buyout, Stock Jumps 9%
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Shares of Robinhood Markets, Inc. (HOOD - Free Report) soared 9% on Tuesday as it announced an agreement to acquire Canada-based WonderFi Technologies Inc. in a C$250 million all-cash deal. The transaction aims to deepen the company’s presence in the Canadian digital asset market.
WonderFi, part of Mogo Inc.’s (MOGO - Free Report) (a financial technology company) portfolio, operates two of Canada's most prominent regulated crypto platforms—Bitbuy and Coinsquare—managing more than C$2.1 billion in assets under custody.
Mogo played a pivotal role in shaping today’s WonderFi, having orchestrated the July 2023 merger between Coinsquare and WonderFi. This united two of Canada’s most prominent crypto trading platforms.
Besides granting regulatory footing in Canada, the transaction strengthens HOOD’s position in a rapidly growing crypto market. The deal values WonderFi at 36 Canadian cents per share, representing a 41% premium over its May 12 trading price on the Toronto Stock Exchange. The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2025, pending shareholder and regulatory approvals, and other customary closing conditions.
A Natural Extension of Robinhood’s Crypto Strategy
The WonderFi acquisition complements Robinhood’s existing crypto initiatives, particularly its 2024 deal to acquire Bitstamp (one of the longest-running crypto exchanges in Europe). The addition of WonderFi, with its robust infrastructure and loyal customer base, aligns closely with HOOD’s broader mission to create a global financial ecosystem rooted in accessibility and innovation.
By acquiring Bitbuy and Coinsquare, Robinhood gains platforms that offer crypto trading, staking and custody services. These capabilities enhance the offerings at Robinhood Crypto. The integration of WonderFi’s tech stack and customer-focused design will help Robinhood serve novice and experienced crypto investors across North America.
The deal also builds on Robinhood’s 2024 decision to establish its Canadian headquarters in Toronto, which already houses more than 140 employees. WonderFi’s leadership team will remain onboard, offering continuity and local expertise that will be vital to Robinhood’s growth strategy in Canada.
With this acquisition, Robinhood intensifies competition with companies like Coinbase Global (COIN - Free Report) and Wealthsimple Crypto in Canada. WonderFi processed more than C$3.57 billion in trading volume last year, marking a 28% year-over-year increase, demonstrating clear demand for digital asset platforms. The deal positions Robinhood to capitalize on this momentum while differentiating itself through its no-commission, user-friendly platform.
Our Take on Robinhood’s Expansion Initiatives
Robinhood’s acquisition of WonderFi is more than a market entry—it’s a calculated move to solidify its presence in North America’s crypto economy. With proven platforms, regulatory credentials and a growing user base, WonderFi offers Robinhood the ideal foundation to scale its crypto ambitions.
Further, the favorable regulatory backdrop has emboldened companies like Robinhood to push aggressively into crypto, blurring the lines between traditional finance and digital assets. Paired with Robinhood’s international expansion efforts and the tailwinds of a crypto-friendly policy environment, the WonderFi deal positions HOOD for long-term growth in the digital asset space.
Shares of HOOD have surged 67.8%, significantly outperforming the industry’s growth of 5.8% so far this year.
Interest in crypto has surged this year, with the price of Bitcoin rising despite disruption due to economic ambiguity and tariff-related headwinds. The optimism in the crypto sector is fueled partly by President Donald Trump’s increasingly pro-crypto stance.
The Trump administration has signaled support for digital asset innovation, contributing to a resurgence in crypto mergers and acquisitions in 2025. Last week, Coinbase announced a $2.9 billion deal to acquire Deribit, the world's leading crypto options exchange. This strategic move significantly enhances Coinbase’s derivatives business, positioning it as the premier global platform for crypto derivatives.
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Robinhood Doubles Down on Crypto With WonderFi Buyout, Stock Jumps 9%
Shares of Robinhood Markets, Inc. (HOOD - Free Report) soared 9% on Tuesday as it announced an agreement to acquire Canada-based WonderFi Technologies Inc. in a C$250 million all-cash deal. The transaction aims to deepen the company’s presence in the Canadian digital asset market.
WonderFi, part of Mogo Inc.’s (MOGO - Free Report) (a financial technology company) portfolio, operates two of Canada's most prominent regulated crypto platforms—Bitbuy and Coinsquare—managing more than C$2.1 billion in assets under custody.
Mogo played a pivotal role in shaping today’s WonderFi, having orchestrated the July 2023 merger between Coinsquare and WonderFi. This united two of Canada’s most prominent crypto trading platforms.
Besides granting regulatory footing in Canada, the transaction strengthens HOOD’s position in a rapidly growing crypto market. The deal values WonderFi at 36 Canadian cents per share, representing a 41% premium over its May 12 trading price on the Toronto Stock Exchange. The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2025, pending shareholder and regulatory approvals, and other customary closing conditions.
A Natural Extension of Robinhood’s Crypto Strategy
The WonderFi acquisition complements Robinhood’s existing crypto initiatives, particularly its 2024 deal to acquire Bitstamp (one of the longest-running crypto exchanges in Europe). The addition of WonderFi, with its robust infrastructure and loyal customer base, aligns closely with HOOD’s broader mission to create a global financial ecosystem rooted in accessibility and innovation.
By acquiring Bitbuy and Coinsquare, Robinhood gains platforms that offer crypto trading, staking and custody services. These capabilities enhance the offerings at Robinhood Crypto. The integration of WonderFi’s tech stack and customer-focused design will help Robinhood serve novice and experienced crypto investors across North America.
The deal also builds on Robinhood’s 2024 decision to establish its Canadian headquarters in Toronto, which already houses more than 140 employees. WonderFi’s leadership team will remain onboard, offering continuity and local expertise that will be vital to Robinhood’s growth strategy in Canada.
With this acquisition, Robinhood intensifies competition with companies like Coinbase Global (COIN - Free Report) and Wealthsimple Crypto in Canada. WonderFi processed more than C$3.57 billion in trading volume last year, marking a 28% year-over-year increase, demonstrating clear demand for digital asset platforms. The deal positions Robinhood to capitalize on this momentum while differentiating itself through its no-commission, user-friendly platform.
Our Take on Robinhood’s Expansion Initiatives
Robinhood’s acquisition of WonderFi is more than a market entry—it’s a calculated move to solidify its presence in North America’s crypto economy. With proven platforms, regulatory credentials and a growing user base, WonderFi offers Robinhood the ideal foundation to scale its crypto ambitions.
Further, the favorable regulatory backdrop has emboldened companies like Robinhood to push aggressively into crypto, blurring the lines between traditional finance and digital assets. Paired with Robinhood’s international expansion efforts and the tailwinds of a crypto-friendly policy environment, the WonderFi deal positions HOOD for long-term growth in the digital asset space.
Shares of HOOD have surged 67.8%, significantly outperforming the industry’s growth of 5.8% so far this year.
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At present, Robinhood carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Crypto M&A Heats Up Amid Trump’s Industry Support
Interest in crypto has surged this year, with the price of Bitcoin rising despite disruption due to economic ambiguity and tariff-related headwinds. The optimism in the crypto sector is fueled partly by President Donald Trump’s increasingly pro-crypto stance.
The Trump administration has signaled support for digital asset innovation, contributing to a resurgence in crypto mergers and acquisitions in 2025. Last week, Coinbase announced a $2.9 billion deal to acquire Deribit, the world's leading crypto options exchange. This strategic move significantly enhances Coinbase’s derivatives business, positioning it as the premier global platform for crypto derivatives.