Circle xStockCRCLX#456

xStocks are tokenized representations of US stocks and ETFs, backed 1:1 by the underlying assets. They give you a legal claim to the stock's value while maintaining full composability with DeFi protocols. This means you can trade them on centralized exchanges, use them in decentralized finance, or hold them directly—all without the traditional barriers of stock market access. Circle's xStocks cover 57 US stocks and ETFs, designed specifically for non-US users and built to comply with EU regulations. You access them through major exchanges, and they work like any other token in the broader crypto ecosystem. The structure removes geographic limitations and broker friction that typically complicate stock ownership. Use xStocks to build diversified positions in US equities while maintaining crypto's flexibility. Integrate them into your DeFi strategies, trade across venues, or combine them with other protocols. You get regulated, verifiable ownership without dealing with traditional brokerage infrastructure.