Schwab Enters Crypto Market with Direct Trading Plans

Charles Schwab Corporation has announced plans to introduce direct cryptocurrency trading, starting with Bitcoin and Ethereum, through its existing brokerage platform. This move is set to launch in phases, with internal testing followed by invitation-only access for select clients before a full public release in the first half of 2026.

The company has opened a waitlist for interested users to sign up for early access as development progresses. The Schwab Crypto account will allow clients to buy and sell cryptocurrencies directly, manage their portfolios alongside traditional financial instruments, and avoid the need for separate wallets or third-party exchanges.