Coinbase Expands Trading Services with US Stock Offering for UK Users

Coinbase has expanded its services beyond cryptocurrency trading by introducing 24/5 U.S. stock trading for eligible UK users. The feature, which allows British customers to buy and sell American equities within the same app they use for cryptocurrency trading, was rolled out on August 6, 2026.

The mechanics of this new service include zero commission fees, fractional shares starting at £1, and funding available in either pounds sterling or USDC. Trades can be funded instantly with either GBP or USDC, eliminating the need for a separate conversion step.

This move is part of Coinbase's broader ambition to create an 'Everything Exchange' that spans crypto, equities, prediction markets, commodities, stablecoins, and Base. In January 2026, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong laid out three priorities for the year, with this expansion being one of them.