Block said Monday (May 19) that since the launch of its credit products, it has extended over $100 billion in credit while keeping its loss rates “low.”The company uses a combination of near real-time data, technology and customer-first design, rather than traditional credit scores, Block said in a Monday press release.“More importantly, we’re proving that expanding access doesn’t mean increasing risk,” the release said. “Our loss rates are consistently low, and we’ve shown we can approve more customers tha ...

Paris, 20 May 2025 Capitalised terms used herein shall have the meaning specified for such terms in the Caisse Française de Financement Local base prospectus to the €75,000,000,000 Euro Medium Term Note Programme dated 8 July 2024 (the “Base Prospectus”). Caisse Française de Financement Local has decided to issue on 22 May 2025 – Euro 500,000,000 Fixed Rate Obligations Foncières due 22 May 2037. The net proceeds of this issue will be used to finance and/or refinance, in whole or in part, the Eligible Soc ...

Virtu Financial, Inc. (VIRT) , a prominent name in the financial services space, is under scrutiny as analysts trim their earnings projections for 2025 and 2026. While the company extended its streak of earnings beat in the first quarter, sentiment has weakened due to downward revisions in forward estimates.The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Virtu Financial’s 2025 and 2026 adjusted earnings now stands at $3.97 and $3.83 per share, respectively, reflecting week-over-week declines of 0.5% and 1%. Though 2025 es ...

智通财经APP获悉，推特创始人Jack Dorsey创立并掌舵的美国金融服务和移动支付公司Block Inc. (SQ.US)计划大幅扩展其贷款业务，以在近期连续令人失望的财报数据动摇投资者信心后，提升Block旗 下信贷服务的覆盖面积。 据悉，自2013 年以来，Block通过旗下各类贷款产品在全球已发放逾1000亿美元信贷。其信贷产品包括 依托 Square 收单系统的小企业贷款、通过 Cash App 提供的个人贷业务款，以及 2022 年收购的 Afterpay "先买后付"贷款业务部门。 今年早些时候，Block旗下的工业银行子公司 Square Financial Services Inc. 获得美国联邦存款保险公司 (FDIC)批准，可通过Cash App Borrow 产品直接向消费者们进行放贷。首席执行官 Dorsey 在本月初的第 一季度业绩电话会上表示，这一批准将使 Cash App 有资格放贷的活跃账户数量大约翻倍，因为公司可 在更多州推出Borrow业务。 Block 的广义放贷计划在控制损失的同时，也着眼于那些通常被称为"信用隐形人"或"信用无法评分 者"的人群，即没有信用记录或记 ...

X Financial (XYF) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 20, 2025 07:30 AM ET Company Participants Victoria Yu - Investor Relations ManagerKan Li - President & DirectorNoah Kauffman - Chief Financial Strategy OfficerFuya Zheng - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants None - AnalystAlex Ye - Research Analyst Operator Hello and welcome to the X Financial First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call. All participants will be in a listen only mode. Please note this event is being recorded. I would ...

X Financial (XYF) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 20, 2025 07:30 AM ET Company Participants Victoria Yu - Investor Relations ManagerKan Li - President & DirectorNoah Kauffman - Chief Financial Strategy OfficerFuya Zheng - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants None - AnalystAlex Ye - Research Analyst Operator Hello and welcome to the X Financial First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call. All participants will be in a listen only mode. Please note this event is being recorded. I would ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q1 2025, the company facilitated RMB 35.15 billion in loans, reflecting an 8.8% sequential increase and 63.4% year-over-year growth [6][11] - Total revenue reached RMB 1.94 billion, up 13.4% from Q4 and over 60% year-over-year [7][12] - Non-GAAP adjusted net income for Q1 was RMB 457 million, a 44.9% year-over-year increase [14] - Basic earnings per ADS improved to USD 1.5, a 45.6% year-over-year increase [14] - Return on equity increased to 25.5%, rising 1.4 percentage points year-over-year [14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The total loan outstanding balance, excluding loans over sixty days delinquent, reached RMB 58.4 billion, growing by more than 33% from Q1 2024 [11] - The company facilitated over 3,140,000 loans with an average loan amount of approximately RMB 11,181 [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The thirty-one to sixty days delinquency rate improved to 1.25% from 1.61% a year ago, reflecting a 22% improvement [8] - The ninety-one to one hundred and eighty days delinquency rate decreased to 2.7% from 4.7% in Q1 2024, a 37% reduction [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on expanding opportunities through new partnerships and enhancing its technology platform and underwriting models [6] - There is a commitment to improving borrower experience by delivering faster decisions and simplifying application processes [7] - The company has authorized a new share repurchase plan for up to USD 100 million worth of Class A shares and ADS [15] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the current macroeconomic environment, indicating it is favorable for portfolio growth [26] - The company expects total loan amounts facilitated in Q2 2025 to be between RMB 37.5 billion and RMB 39.5 billion, reflecting continued strong demand [16] - Management acknowledged potential regulatory changes but expressed confidence in compliance and the ability to adapt [43] Other Important Information - The regulatory environment in China is described as dynamic, with a focus on responsible credit assets and financial stability [16] - The company is actively engaging with regulatory authorities to ensure compliance with upcoming regulations [43] Q&A Session Summary Question: Current macroeconomic environment and loan market outlook - Management believes the current environment is still good for portfolio growth and is focused on managing growth responsibly [25][26] Question: Delinquency rate concerns - Management noted that while there may be some uptick in delinquency rates, overall portfolio health remains strong and profit will not be impacted [26][28] Question: Share repurchase program - Management indicated that no shares were repurchased in Q1 due to the open window policy but plans to utilize the remaining funds in the upcoming open window [36] Question: Loan growth guidance and credit demand - Management expects continued growth driven by customer acquisition and is confident in achieving a 30% volume growth for the year despite potential regulatory impacts [46]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the significant contributions of Bai Qinxian to the field of finance in China, emphasizing his dedication to academic research and the development of financial theories that align with China's reform and opening-up policies [2][28]. Group 1: Academic Contributions - Bai Qinxian's new book "Financial Power: A New Resource School and Financial Resource Theory Perspective" was released, marking a culmination of his lifelong academic efforts [2][27]. - He has been a pioneer in financial theory in China, developing concepts such as "Comparative Financial System Theory," "Policy Financial Theory," and "Financial Resources and Sustainable Development Theory" [8][20]. - His work has been recognized for its practical application, aiming to serve the needs of China's economic reforms and enhance the country's financial discourse [29][35]. Group 2: Personal Journey and Philosophy - Bai Qinxian chose to return to China instead of pursuing opportunities in the U.S. during a time when many sought to emigrate, reflecting his commitment to his homeland [28][45]. - He emphasizes the importance of perseverance in academic research, stating that he rarely gives up on projects he carefully chooses to undertake [38][39]. - His teaching philosophy focuses on nurturing talent, with a strong belief that a successful educator should cultivate students who surpass their own achievements [11][36]. Group 3: Current Perspectives and Future Directions - Bai Qinxian believes that the current geopolitical landscape, particularly the U.S.-China trade tensions, marks a significant shift in global power dynamics, with China becoming increasingly strong [45]. - He stresses the need for a unique Chinese financial discourse that reflects the country's values and practices, distinguishing it from Western models [30][35]. - The ongoing development of financial technology poses challenges and opportunities for traditional finance, necessitating a clear understanding of the principles of socialist finance [37][43].

NEW YORK, May 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in Open Lending Corporation ("Open Lending Corporation" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: LPRO) of a class action securities lawsuit. CLASS DEFINITION: The lawsuit seeks to recover losses on behalf of Open Lending Corporation investors who were adversely affected by alleged securities fraud between February 24, 2022 and March 31, 2025. Follow the link below to get more information and be contacted by a member of our team: https://z ...

PHILADELPHIA, May 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Berger Montague PC advises investors that a securities class action lawsuit has been filed against Open Lending Corporation (“Open Lending” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: LPRO) on behalf of purchasers of Open Lending securities between February 24, 2022 through March 31, 2025, inclusive (the “Class Period”). Investor Deadline: Investors who purchased or acquired Open Lending securities during the Class Period may, no later than JUNE 30, 2025, seek to be appointed a ...