Grayscale Reports 20% Revenue Decline in IPO Filing as U.S. Market Regains Momentum
Crypto asset manager Grayscale reveals lower earnings in its U.S. IPO filing amid an improving IPO landscape and growing investor interest in digital assets.
Grayscale, a major player in cryptocurrency asset management, disclosed a 20% revenue decline for the first nine months of 2025 in its U.S. initial public offering (IPO) filing.
The company reported total revenue of $318.7 million, compared to $397.9 million during the same period last year, reflecting a slowdown in the digital asset market.
Despite the drop, Grayscale posted a net income of $203.3 million, down from $223.7 million a year earlier.
The results underline both the challenges and resilience within the broader crypto investment sector as markets adjust to regulatory developments and investor sentiment.
The Stamford, Connecticut-based firm’s IPO filing comes at a time when the U.S. IPO market is showing early signs of revival.
Following the end of the government shutdown, analysts expect more filings to emerge as the Securities and Exchange Commission resumes normal operations.
Industry analysts believe Grayscale’s decision to move forward with its IPO highlights confidence in future growth.
Matt Kennedy, a strategist at Renaissance Capital, noted that crypto companies may be seeking to go public before the 2026 U.S. midterm elections, which could impact the regulatory environment.
The upcoming elections could shape future policies on digital assets, potentially influencing investor confidence.
Companies like Grayscale and BitGo are expected to accelerate public listings to capitalize on current market optimism and clarity in crypto regulation.
Several major crypto firms have already entered the public market this year.
Stablecoin issuer Circle and Gemini, the exchange founded by the Winklevoss twins, have benefited from increased investor participation and a supportive policy environment.
Experts expect a short pause in IPO activity before the holiday season, with a likely rebound in December and early January.
Edward Best, co-head of capital markets at Willkie Farr & Gallagher, said companies may use this time to update filings with their latest quarterly results.
Founded in 2013, Grayscale manages approximately $35 billion in assets, making it one of the most established names in digital asset investment.
The company operates several cryptocurrency trusts and funds designed to give institutional and retail investors exposure to digital assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Grayscale’s 2023 court victory against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) remains a landmark moment for the industry.
The ruling helped pave the way for the approval of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), contributing to the mainstream acceptance of crypto investment products.
The firm’s IPO is seen as another milestone for the broader digital asset market.
It marks a shift toward transparency, regulation, and institutional participation in an industry that has matured significantly since its early days.
Investment banks Morgan Stanley, BofA Securities, Jefferies, and Cantor Fitzgerald are serving as lead underwriters for the offering.
Grayscale’s shares are expected to trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “GRAY.”
The listing represents a pivotal moment for Grayscale and for the future of crypto finance in public markets.
As the firm prepares for its debut, investors and analysts will closely watch its valuation, performance, and implications for other digital asset firms considering similar moves.
With increasing institutional adoption and steady regulatory progress, the coming months could define the next phase of crypto’s integration into mainstream finance.
Grayscale’s IPO may serve as a key test of investor appetite for blockchain-based asset management in the evolving U.S. market.
