Core Insights - PayPal has launched "Pay in 4," a no-fee buy now, pay later (BNPL) solution for Canadian consumers, allowing them to split purchases between $30 and $1,500 into four equal, interest-free payments over six weeks [1][8] - The BNPL segment is experiencing significant growth, with PayPal's total payment volume (TPV) projected to approach $20 billion in 2025, reflecting over 20% year-over-year growth in Q3 2025 [2][8] - Strategic initiatives include a partnership with Blue Owl Capital to purchase approximately $7 billion of PayPal's "Pay in 4" loans and a 5% cashback offer for U.S. customers on BNPL purchases [3][8] Company Developments - PayPal's BNPL solution is expanding geographically, now available in Canada, with extended payment terms in Italy and Spain allowing up to 24 installments [4] - The company has seen a decline in share price, down 21.5% year to date, underperforming the broader industry and the S&P 500 Index [7] Financial Performance - PayPal's shares are currently trading at a forward 12-month P/E of 11.44X, significantly lower than the industry average of 20.65X, indicating a potentially undervalued stock [10] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for PayPal's full-year 2025 EPS has been revised upward, suggesting a year-over-year growth of 14.6% [11]

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Core Insights - Kaspi.kz reported a 20% year-over-year revenue increase and a 12% net income increase for 3Q 2025, with underlying revenue and net income growth of 23% and 21% respectively when excluding smartphone GMV and regulatory changes [2][3] - The company anticipates a net income growth of 10-12% YoY for 2025, with underlying growth expected to be around 18-20% YoY, excluding smartphone GMV and regulatory impacts [3] Financial Performance - For 3Q 2025, total revenue increased by 20% YoY, while net income rose by 12% YoY; for the first nine months of 2025, revenue and net income both increased by 20% and 14% YoY respectively [2] - Monthly Transactions per Active Consumer stood at 76, indicating strong customer engagement [2] - Payments segment saw a total payment volume (TPV) increase of 18% YoY in 3Q 2025, with transactions up 14% YoY; for 9M 2025, TPV and transactions increased by 21% and 15% YoY respectively [2] Marketplace and E-Commerce - Marketplace revenue growth significantly outpaced GMV growth, with purchases up 36% YoY in both 3Q and 9M 2025; revenue increased by 24% YoY in 3Q 2025, while GMV grew by 12% [2] - Excluding smartphone GMV, Marketplace GMV increased by 20% and 21% YoY in 3Q and 9M 2025, with revenue growth of 32% and 34% respectively [2] - e-Grocery GMV grew by 53% YoY in 3Q 2025, showcasing rapid growth in this segment [2] Advertising and Innovation - Advertising revenue surged by 56% and 76% YoY in 3Q and 9M 2025, respectively, driven by new advertising services for merchants [2] - The company is set to roll out Kaspi Alaqan, a pay-by-palm innovation, in 4Q 2025, aimed at enhancing customer value [2] Strategic Developments - Kaspi.kz has integrated with six banks in Kazakhstan and expanded its partnerships with O!Bank in Kyrgyzstan and AliPay+ [2] - The company is working on acquiring Rabobank A.Ş. and has announced a modest share capital increase expected to raise approximately $100 million [3] - A $100 million ADS repurchase program has been initiated, reflecting the company's strong cash generation capacity and long-term growth prospects [3]

PROG (NYSE:PRG) Q3 2025 Earnings Call October 22, 2025 08:30 AM ET Speaker0Day, and thank you for standing by. Welcome to the Brock Holdings Third Quarter Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. After the speakers' presentation, there will be a question and answer session. Please note that today's conference is being recorded.I will now hand the conference over to your speaker host, John Bubb, Vice President of Investor Relations. Please go ahead.Speaker1Thank you ...

Core Insights - Affirm Holdings, Inc. (AFRM) has expanded its payment options to include in-store purchases via Apple Pay, enhancing flexibility and choice for users in the US [1][9] - The integration allows users to set up Affirm in the Apple Wallet app and split purchases into biweekly or monthly installments [2][4] Company Developments - Users can initiate Affirm's payment method by double-clicking the side button on their iPhone, selecting Affirm, and completing a quick eligibility check [3] - Affirm offers installment payments with rates starting as low as 0% APR, with no late fees or hidden charges [4] - The adoption of Affirm's payment solutions has led to a 47.2% year-over-year increase in transaction count in fiscal 2025 [5][9] Competitive Landscape - Key competitors in the buy now pay later (BNPL) space include PayPal Holdings, Inc. (PYPL) and Visa Inc. (V), both of which have a strong market presence [6][7] - PayPal processed 6.2 billion transactions in Q2 2025, with net revenues rising 5% year-over-year to $8.3 billion [6] - Visa's processed transactions increased by 10% year-over-year in Q3 2025, with total revenues advancing 14% year-over-year [7] Financial Performance - Affirm's shares have surged 103.3% over the past year, outperforming the industry's growth of 40.3% [8] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Affirm's fiscal 2026 earnings indicates a 473.3% improvement from the previous year, with revenues expected to grow by 23.4% year-over-year [11] - Affirm currently trades at a forward price-to-sales ratio of 6.99, above the industry average of 5.82 [10]

Company Overview - LexinFintech Holdings Ltd. (NASDAQ:LX) is a Chinese company founded in 2013 that provides online direct sales and online consumer finance services, with core offerings including Fenqile, Lehua Card, Maiya, and Juzi Licai [3] Investment Potential - LexinFintech Holdings Ltd. is identified as one of the best stocks with high upside potential, with Nomura Holdings Inc. increasing its position by 437.7% in the first quarter, acquiring an additional 414,749 shares, bringing its total to 509,512 shares valued at $5,141,000 [1] - The company has outperformed the market with a one-year return of 249.82%, driven by the rising popularity of Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) services, particularly among lower-income younger generations [2] Market Position - LexinFintech has established key relationships with merchants, lending partners, and registered clients, focusing on the underbanked user segment, which positions the company favorably in the market [3]

Core Insights - The focus is on producing objective, data-driven research primarily about small- to mid-cap companies, which are often overlooked by many investors [1] Group 1 - The analysis occasionally includes large-cap companies to provide a broader perspective on equity markets [1]

Core Insights - The focus is on producing objective, data-driven research primarily about small- to mid-cap companies, which are often overlooked by many investors [1] Group 1 - The analysis occasionally includes large-cap companies to provide a broader perspective on equity markets [1]

Core Insights - American Express Company (AXP) is adapting to the Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) trend by integrating it into its existing card services rather than resisting it [1][4] - The company's 'Plan It' feature allows cardholders to split purchases of $100 or more into manageable monthly payments, enhancing the cardholder experience with rewards and benefits [2][8] - American Express is collaborating with various companies to strengthen its presence in the digital shopping landscape, showcasing that traditional financial institutions can innovate and grow within the BNPL space [3][4] Financial Performance - American Express achieved a 98% spend retention rate, with network volume increasing by 7% year over year in Q2 2025, indicating strong customer loyalty and growth [4][8] - The forward price-to-earnings ratio for American Express is 18.4X, which is lower than the industry average of 20.6, suggesting a potentially attractive valuation [10] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for American Express' 2025 earnings is projected at $15.26 per share, reflecting a 14.3% increase from the previous year [11] Competitive Landscape - Competitors in the BNPL space include PayPal Holdings, which reported a 6% year-over-year growth in total payment volume and a 2% increase in active accounts to 438 million in Q2 2025 [5] - Affirm Holdings is focusing on higher-ticket purchases and reported a 23% year-over-year increase in active consumers, along with a 36% growth in gross merchandise volume in Q3 2025 [6]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total processing volume (TPV) reached $91 billion in Q2 2025, a 29% increase compared to Q2 2024 [5][19] - Net revenue for Q2 was $150 million, growing 20% year over year [6][22] - Gross profit was $104 million, reflecting a 31% increase year over year, resulting in a gross margin of 69% [6][23] - Adjusted EBITDA was $29 million, achieving a margin of 19%, marking an all-time high for the company [7][27] - GAAP net loss was $600,000, including $8 million of interest income [28] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Non-block TPV grew nearly three times faster than block TPV, driven by diverse use cases [19][20] - Lending, including buy now pay later (BNPL), saw significant acceleration in growth compared to Q1, with all top 10 customers experiencing growth [21][29] - Value-added services gross profit more than doubled year over year, indicating strong traction [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - European TPV continues to grow over 100% year over year, driven by various use cases including neo banking and expense management [13][18] - The acquisition of TransactPay is expected to enhance program management capabilities in Europe, further driving growth [15][16] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on expanding customer relationships and innovating in lending and BNPL solutions [8][17] - Plans to launch new capabilities that allow consumers to receive multiple BNPL options at purchase are underway, with a broader launch expected in 2026 [10][97] - The acquisition of TransactPay aims to standardize offerings across geographies and enhance customer engagement [16][18] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the business trajectory despite some macroeconomic uncertainties [38][39] - Full-year 2025 revenue growth expectations have been raised, with anticipated growth in gross profit and adjusted EBITDA margins [29][34] - The revised accounting policy for network incentives will shift from a tailwind in Q2 to a headwind in Q3 and Q4 [31][33] Other Important Information - The company repurchased 35.2 million shares at an average price of $4.62 in Q2, reducing outstanding shares by over 12% [28] - Adjusted operating expenses were $76 million, shrinking 7% year over year, driven by better execution and investment timing delays [26][27] Q&A Session Summary Question: Visibility on sales cycles and trends in TPV - Management feels good about visibility, noting strong performance in lending and BNPL, with growth accelerating unexpectedly [37][38] Question: Growth factor of value-added services - Value-added services are a high priority and are expected to become a larger growth driver as the business matures [39][42] Question: Drivers of increased adjusted EBITDA margin guidance - Strong gross profit growth driven by TPV and favorable mix, combined with lower expenses, are core sources of upside [46][48] Question: Regulatory environment impact - The regulatory environment is more business as usual, with some improvements in communication and coordination with bank partners [54][55] Question: International success and investment needs - The European market is growing over 100%, and the acquisition of TransactPay will enhance program management capabilities [71][75] Question: Crypto market performance and traditional bank engagement - The crypto use case has been volatile but is performing better, while engagement with traditional banks is ongoing but still several years away from broader support [83][87]