NEW YORK, Jan. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bernstein Liebhard LLP, a nationally acclaimed investor rights law firm, reminds Klarna Group plc (“Klarna” or the “Company”) (NYSE: KLAR) investors of an upcoming deadline involving a securities fraud class action lawsuit commenced against the Company. Should You Join The Klarna Group Class Action Lawsuit? Do you, or did you, own shares of Klarna Group plc (NYSE: KLAR)?Did you purchase your shares pursuant or traceable to, the Company’s September 2025 IPO?Did you ...

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Core Viewpoint - Klarna Group plc is facing a class action lawsuit related to its September 10, 2025 IPO, alleging violations of the Securities Act of 1933 due to misleading offering documents and understated risks associated with its loss reserves [1][3]. Group 1: Class Action Lawsuit Details - The class action lawsuit, titled Nayak v. Klarna Group plc, allows purchasers of Klarna securities from the IPO to seek appointment as lead plaintiff by February 20, 2026 [1][2]. - Klarna's IPO involved the issuance of approximately 34 million shares at an offering price of $40.00 per share [2]. - The lawsuit claims that Klarna's offering documents were materially false and omitted critical information regarding the risk of increased loss reserves shortly after the IPO [3]. Group 2: Financial Performance and Stock Impact - Following the IPO, Klarna reported a net loss of $95 million on November 18, 2025, and increased provisions for loan losses to $235 million, exceeding analyst estimates of $215.8 million [4]. - Provisions for loan losses represented 0.72% of gross merchandise volume, up from 0.44% the previous year [4]. - By the time the class action lawsuit commenced, Klarna's stock price had fallen to $31.31 per share, significantly below the IPO price of $40 [4]. Group 3: Legal Representation and Process - The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 allows any investor who purchased Klarna securities in connection with the IPO to seek lead plaintiff status [5]. - The lead plaintiff will represent the interests of all class members and can choose a law firm for litigation [5]. - Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP is a leading law firm in securities fraud and shareholder litigation, having secured over $2.5 billion for investors in 2024 alone [6].

Core Viewpoint - AI is transforming the way companies employ labor, but it is not necessarily the main driver behind the current wave of layoffs. Instead, AI serves as a narrative framework for structural adjustments within companies while also being a significant force in productivity transformation [1][6]. Group 1: Layoff Trends - A massive layoff wave is expected globally by 2025, affecting various sectors from tech giants to traditional manufacturing and finance. The true drivers behind these layoffs include economic slowdown and strategic restructuring rather than solely AI [2][4]. - In the U.S., approximately 153,074 layoffs were announced in October 2025, marking one of the worst months in over 20 years. By the end of November 2025, total layoffs reached around 1.17 million, the highest since the COVID-19 pandemic [2]. - AI-related layoffs accounted for only about 4% to 5% of total layoffs in the U.S., indicating that economic pressures and strategic realignments are more significant factors [3][6]. Group 2: Regional Differences - In Europe, layoffs are primarily attributed to cost control, profit pressure, and business restructuring, particularly in the automotive and manufacturing sectors [4]. - In China, layoffs are closely linked to macroeconomic adjustments and structural changes, with youth unemployment rates remaining high. The layoffs are driven by economic slowdown and industry cycles rather than a clear AI factor [5]. Group 3: AI's Role in Employment - AI is reshaping job structures, particularly affecting roles in customer service and support. However, the broader causes of layoffs remain economic conditions and strategic business decisions [6][10]. - AI is expected to create new talent demands, with job postings related to AI increasing by approximately 78% in 2025, while the talent pool only grew by 24% [11]. Group 4: Skills and Training - The future workforce will require a combination of skills, including the ability to learn continuously, understand business deeply, and collaborate effectively. These meta-skills will be crucial in the AI era [14][15]. - Companies that invest in employee reskilling and development tend to perform better in terms of innovation and long-term competitiveness compared to those that focus solely on layoffs [19][20]. Group 5: Organizational Change - Successful companies are not just reducing headcount but are also investing in employee skill upgrades and organizational restructuring to adapt to technological changes [20][21]. - The focus should be on optimizing processes and reallocating talent to higher-value roles rather than merely cutting jobs, as this approach supports long-term growth and productivity [21].

Core Viewpoint - Rosen Law Firm is reminding investors who purchased securities of Klarna Group plc about the upcoming lead plaintiff deadline for a class action lawsuit related to Klarna's September 2025 IPO [1][5]. Group 1: Class Action Details - Investors who purchased Klarna securities may be eligible for compensation without any out-of-pocket fees through a contingency fee arrangement [2]. - A class action lawsuit has already been filed, and interested parties must move the Court to serve as lead plaintiff by February 20, 2026 [3]. - The lawsuit alleges that the Registration Statement contained false or misleading statements regarding Klarna's loss reserves, which were understated, leading to investor damages when the true information became public [5]. Group 2: Rosen Law Firm's Credentials - Rosen Law Firm emphasizes the importance of selecting qualified legal counsel with a successful track record in securities class actions, highlighting their own achievements in this area [4]. - The firm has secured significant settlements for investors, including over $438 million in 2019, and has been recognized as a leader in the field of securities class action litigation [4].

陈霞昌 曾几何时，金融科技是资本市场的"香饽饽"，以"颠覆传统金融"的叙事吸引全球资本追逐，独角兽企业估值屡创新 高。然而近期行业接连出现降温信号：知名金融科技独角兽BREX以51亿美元出售给传统金融机构第一资本，价格 较其123亿美元的最高估值缩水近六成；二级市场上，独角兽IPO后遭遇冷遇，"欧洲花呗"Klarna上市后股价腰斩， 数字银行Chime股价较发行高点跌幅过半。而在国内，沪深港三大交易所近年则甚少有金融科技企业上市。 金融科技企业为什么"不香"了？ 金融科技的前一轮繁荣，离不开零利率环境下全球风险资本的疯狂涌入。2020—2021年，全球25%的风投资金流 向金融科技领域，资本的追捧催生了大量估值虚高的独角兽，行业陷入"烧钱换增长"的军备竞赛。只要企业能讲 述颠覆式增长故事，即便持续亏损也能获得高额估值。BREX和Klarna融资估值最高便是出现在这个时期，其资本 溢价也是这一逻辑的产物。 但随着全球央行进入加息周期，资本开始从高风险、长回报周期的赛道撤退，金融科技行业迎来估值重置。 Klarna 2025年三季报显示，其营业总收入9.03亿美元，净利润却为亏损0.9亿美元，持续亏损的基本面难以 ...

ATLANTA, Jan. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A shareholder class action lawsuit has been filed against Klarna Group plc (“Klarna” or the “Company”) (NYSE: KLAR). The lawsuit alleges that Defendants: (1) materially understated the risk that loss reserves would materially go up within a few months of the initial public offering (“IPO”), which they either knew of or should have known of given the risk profile of many individuals agreeing to Klarna’s buy now, pay later (“BNPL”) loans; and (2) as a result, Defenda ...

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Group 1 - A class action lawsuit has been filed against Klarna Group plc on behalf of investors who acquired Klarna securities during the period from September 7, 2025, to December 22, 2025, including shares from its September 2025 IPO [1][2] - The lawsuit alleges that Klarna's IPO documents did not disclose significant financial risks, particularly the underestimation of loss reserves due to the high-risk profiles of its customers [3] - Following a report on November 18, 2025, indicating that Klarna had set aside more provisions for credit losses than expected, the company's share price fell by 21% from the IPO price of $40 to $31.31 [4] Group 2 - Klarna, headquartered in Sweden, provides Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) solutions, facilitating loans for small retail transactions between consumers and merchants [2] - Investors who purchased Klarna securities during the class period have until February 20, 2026, to seek appointment as lead plaintiff representatives [2]