Visa's 1.38% Drop Amid $2.46 Billion Volume (Rank 29) as It Expands Stablecoin Settlements and Blockchain Integrations

On August 5, 2025, Visa (V) closed with a 1.38% decline, trading volume of $2.46 billion, ranking 29th in daily trading activity. The company announced expanded stablecoin settlement capabilities, adding USDG, PayPal USD (PYUSD), and EURC, while integrating Stellar and Avalanche blockchains. This brings its total to four stablecoins and four blockchains, enhancing cross-border and on-chain transaction efficiency.

Visa’s multi-chain infrastructure now supports diverse partners, including banks and fintechs, positioning it as a leader in digital asset settlements. The expansion is expected to drive revenue from settlement fees and partnerships with crypto-native businesses. By simplifying global money movement, Visa aims to capitalize on stablecoin adoption, particularly in remittances and treasury solutions.

A new integration with Google Pay for fleet cards addresses operational inefficiencies in vehicle-related expenses. Tokenization and push-to-wallet features enable dynamic data tagging, streamlining transactions at fuel terminals. The move reduces time-to-market from days to hours and aligns with 92% global smartphone compatibility, enhancing user experience for fleet operators.

Visa also launched the fifth cohort of its Africa Fintech Accelerator, supporting startups in cross-border payments, SME digitization, and climate insurance. The program, now in its third year, has uplifted 64 startups with over $3 million in revenue gains and $55 million in post-program funding. This initiative reinforces Visa’s commitment to financial inclusion and digital transformation in emerging markets.

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