Coinbase COO Sells $390K Worth of Shares Amidst Market Turmoil

On March 28th, Coinbase Global COO Emilie Choi sold 1,500 shares of the company's stock for a total of $390,000. Post-sale, Choi now owns 224,851 shares of Coinbase Global, valued at approximately $58,461,260. This transaction is part of a series of recent trades by Choi, including the sale of 1,500 shares on March 14th, 700 shares on February 2nd, 1,500 shares on January 31st, and 1,500 shares on January 16th.

Emilie Choi, Coinbase COO, Offloads $390,000 Worth of Shares Amid Market Turmoil

In a significant transaction that underscores the ongoing market volatility and potential regulatory concerns surrounding cryptocurrencies, Emilie Choi, Chief Operating Officer of Coinbase Global (NASDAQ: COIN), has sold 1,500 shares of the company's stock, realizing a total of $390,000. The sale, disclosed in a recent SEC filing, brings Choi's total direct ownership in Coinbase to 224,851 shares, valued at approximately $58.4 million.

This transaction follows a series of similar sales by Choi in recent months, as Coinbase's stock price has fluctuated amidst regulatory uncertainties and the broader market sell-off. The company's shares have lost nearly 40% of their value since reaching an all-time high of $360 in November 2021.

Additional Coinbase Global Stock Transactions by Emilie Choi:

• March 14, 2022: Sold 1,500 shares at an average price of $245, for a total transaction of $367,500.
• February 2, 2022: Sold 700 shares at an average price of $130.29, for a total transaction of $91,203.
• January 31, 2022: Sold 1,500 shares at an average price of $129.31, for a total transaction of $193,965.
• January 16, 2022: Sold 1,500 shares at an average price of $129.15, for a total transaction of $193,725.

Coinbase Stock Falls Amid Crypto Sell-Off

Coinbase's stock traded down $13.01 on Monday, closing at $252.11. The company's shares have been under pressure in recent weeks, as investors have sold off riskier assets amid concerns about rising inflation and geopolitical tensions. The sell-off in the crypto market has also weighed heavily on Coinbase, with Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) prices falling sharply.

Analysts Maintain Neutral Outlook on Coinbase

Despite the recent sell-off, analysts remain largely neutral on Coinbase's prospects. The company is well-positioned to benefit from the long-term growth of the cryptocurrency market, but it faces regulatory headwinds and competition from other exchanges. On average, analysts predict that Coinbase Global will post 1.68 earnings per share (EPS) for the current year.

Institutional Investors Adjust Coinbase Holdings

Institutional investors have recently adjusted their holdings in Coinbase stock. Fairfield Bush & CO. increased its stake by 18.4%, while United Bank acquired a new position valued at $286,000. Bank of New York Mellon Corp and American Century Companies Inc. also boosted their holdings, while Synovus Financial Corp increased its position by 26.6%. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own a significant 68.84% of Coinbase's outstanding shares.

Analyst Ratings on Coinbase Global

• Oppenheimer: Target price raised to $200, rating "outperform."
• Piper Sandler: Target price raised to $165, rating "neutral."
• JPMorgan Chase & Co.: Target price raised to $150, rating "neutral."
• JMP Securities: Rating "market outperform."
• Keefe, Bruyette & Woods: Raised rating from "underperform" to "market perform," target price increased to $160.

The consensus rating among analysts for Coinbase Global stock is currently "Hold," with an average target price of $141.30.

About Coinbase Global

Coinbase Global is a leading cryptocurrency exchange that provides a platform for buying, selling, and trading digital assets. The company has a global presence and is used by millions of customers worldwide. Coinbase also offers a range of products and services for institutions, including custody, trading, and data analytics.

With the recent market sell-off and ongoing regulatory uncertainties, investors are closely watching Coinbase's stock performance and the broader cryptocurrency market for signs of a sustained recovery.