Celsius Rises 3.3% on $300M Volume as Crypto Sector Faces Regulatory Scrutiny Stock Ranks 381st in Trading Activity

Celsius Holdings (CELH) closed higher by 3.30% on October 7, 2025, with a trading volume of $300 million, ranking 381st in market activity among listed stocks. The movement reflects renewed speculative interest amid evolving regulatory scrutiny in the crypto sector.

Market participants noted mixed sentiment as Celsius navigates its debt restructuring process. While recent updates on potential asset liquidations sparked short-term volatility, the lack of concrete progress in creditor negotiations limited sustained momentum. Institutional buyers appeared cautious, with volume concentration skewed toward retail-driven positions.

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