IREN's Bitcoin Mining Earnings Surge Amid 261st Trading Volume Rank

On August 21, 2025, IREN (IREN) closed at $19.45, reflecting a 0.86% decline. The stock traded with a volume of 16.5 million shares, a 26.96% drop from the previous day’s activity. IREN is ranked 261st in trading volume among listed equities. The company is scheduled to release its full fiscal year 2025 earnings on August 28, accompanied by an investor call to discuss results and future outlook.

IREN recently achieved its operating hash rate target of 50 EH/s in June, a milestone expected to boost Bitcoin mining revenues. The firm reported producing 728 Bitcoin units in July, generating $83.6 million in revenue—a 27.6% increase from June. Additionally, the Bitcoin price rose 8.66% month-on-month to $114,891, further supporting revenue growth. These developments highlight IREN’s operational progress and alignment with Bitcoin’s price trajectory.

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