Kraken Launches Stock and ETF Trading in the US
Date: 2025-04-15 Author: Gabriel Deangelo Categories: BUSINESS
Kraken has expanded its range of services by launching stock and exchange-traded fund (ETF) trading for users in the US. The new option has become available to residents of ten states, including New Jersey, Connecticut, and Alabama.
According to the company, investors can now buy and sell more than 11,000 different stocks and ETFs listed on US exchanges. All transactions are commission-free, making the platform attractive to both experienced and novice traders.
The functionality has been built directly into the Kraken interface, providing convenient management of different asset classes in one place - from cryptocurrencies to fiat money, including stablecoins. One of the key innovations was the ability to purchase fractional shares, which is especially useful for those who want to invest in small amounts. In addition, the instant reinvestment function is now available immediately after transactions.
The service is implemented through Kraken's subsidiary, Kraken Securities, which is registered in the United States and is subject to the requirements of the FINRA regulator. The company's CEO Arjun Sethi noted that this expansion brings Kraken closer to the goal of combining digital and traditional financial instruments. He also added that in the future, there are plans to launch this service outside the United States - in Europe, the UK, and Australia.
Earlier, in March, Bloomberg reported that Kraken was considering entering the stock exchange in the first quarter of 2026. Also in March, it became known about a major deal: the exchange agreed to purchase the NinjaTrader trading platform for $ 1.5 billion.
In addition, Kraken announced a partnership with Mastercard, within the framework of which a line of crypto debit cards will be issued - both physical and digital. These steps indicate the company's desire not only to expand its business, but also to actively integrate into the global financial system.
