We recently published 10 Stock Titans With Massive Losses. LendingClub Corp. (NYSE:LC) was one of the worst performers on Thursday. LendingClub extended its losing streak to a third consecutive day on Thursday, slashing 16 percent to finish at $16.44 apiece as investors digested the company’s shift to fair value option accounting, overshadowing announcements of strong earnings performance. According to the company, it would start to transition to fair value accounting, which removes the upfront provision ...

The 2026 market is looking to be an incredibly tricky one to invest in, and the Q4 earnings season is likely to make volatility spike even further. Amid a choppy market and the potential for waning enthusiasm for large-cap tech stocks, I continueWith combined experience of covering technology companies on Wall Street and working in Silicon Valley, and serving as an outside adviser to several seed-round startups, Gary Alexander has exposure to many of the themes shaping the industry today. He has been a regu ...

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The expected results are impressive. Most investors are just too focused on its recent past.It's been a disappointing past four years for Upstart Holdings (UPST 4.74%) shareholders. The stock's gone nowhere since falling back from its late 2021 peak following its 2020 public offering. Although 2023 was a pretty poor year for its business (following incredible growth during the COVID-19 pandemic's height), the company's put itself back on a growth track in the meantime. The stock just hasn't budged.However, ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For the full year of 2025, originations grew by 27%, leading to revenue growth of nearly 20%, and Adjusted EPS growth of 42% [9][11] - Fourth quarter revenue increased by 15% year-over-year to $839 million, with total company originations rising 32% to $2.3 billion [10][21] - The consolidated net charge-off ratio for the fourth quarter was 8.3%, down from the previous year, indicating improved credit performance [12][24] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Small business revenue grew by 34% year-over-year to $383 million, while consumer revenue increased by 3% to $446 million [11][22] - Small business originations rose 48% year-over-year to $1.6 billion, marking the eighth consecutive quarter of year-over-year growth of 20% or more [14][22] - Consumer originations grew by 2% year-over-year to $613 million, with a notable acceleration in December [23] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The unemployment rate decreased to 4.4% in December, with real wage growth positive at 3.8% year-over-year [12] - Small businesses expressed optimism about future growth, with 94% projecting growth over the next 12 months [15] - The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index rose to 99.5 in December, indicating a favorable outlook for small businesses [16] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to close the acquisition of Grasshopper Bank, which is expected to simplify regulatory structures and expand market access [7][18] - The focus for 2026 includes generating sustainable and profitable growth while enhancing shareholder value [17][19] - The company aims to leverage its diversified product offerings and technology to navigate varying operating environments [17][34] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to deliver consistent performance despite macroeconomic challenges [9][17] - The outlook for 2026 anticipates continued growth in originations and revenue, with expectations of adjusted EPS growth of at least 20% [33] - Management highlighted the importance of adapting to market demands and maintaining strong credit performance [12][17] Other Important Information - The company ended the fourth quarter with approximately $1.1 billion in liquidity, providing financial flexibility for strategic objectives [29] - Marketing expenses for the fourth quarter were 23% of total revenue, reflecting a strategic investment to capture demand [11][26] - The effective tax rate for the fourth quarter was 20%, with expectations for a normalized annual rate in the mid-20% range [30] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you discuss the consumer business growth and impacts from tax season? - Management noted that consumer growth accelerated in December, with expectations for larger tax refunds potentially benefiting credit performance [35][38] Question: What changes are anticipated in the core portfolio prior to closing the Grasshopper acquisition? - Management indicated that operations would continue as usual until the transaction closes, with a focus on expanding the product set post-acquisition [39][42] Question: What is the expected mix of origination growth between consumer and small business? - Management expects a balanced growth approach, with a slight tilt towards small business due to strong demand [45][46] Question: Any changes in underwriting or industry focus for small businesses? - Management confirmed ongoing adjustments in credit underwriting, with stable performance across small business sectors [48][50] Question: What are the regulatory capital ratios post-Grasshopper acquisition? - Management expects to maintain a Tangible Capital Ratio around 17%-18%, with opportunities for capital return post-acquisition [53][56] Question: How might potential rate caps on credit cards affect the company? - Management views potential rate caps as a positive, as they could reduce availability for underserved consumers, positioning the company as an alternative [78][80]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For the full year of 2025, originations grew 27%, leading to revenue growth of nearly 20%, and Adjusted EPS growth of 42% [10][22] - Fourth quarter revenue increased 15% year-over-year to $839 million, with adjusted EPS rising 33% to $3.46 per diluted share [12][34] - The consolidated net charge-off ratio for the fourth quarter was 8.3%, down from the previous year [13][26] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Small business revenue grew 34% year-over-year to $383 million, while consumer revenue increased 3% to $446 million [12][23] - Fourth quarter originations for small business increased 48% year-over-year to $1.6 billion, marking the eighth consecutive quarter of year-over-year growth of 20% or more [14][23] - Consumer originations grew 2% year-over-year to $613 million, with a notable acceleration in December [25][40] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The unemployment rate in the U.S. decreased to 4.4% in December, indicating a stable labor market [13] - The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index rose to 99.5 in December, reflecting positive sentiment among small business owners [16] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to close the acquisition of Grasshopper Bank, which is expected to enhance its operational model and expand market access [19][20] - The focus for 2026 includes generating sustainable and profitable growth while driving long-term shareholder value [18][36] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to navigate varying operating environments, citing strong credit performance and a resilient business model [18][37] - The outlook for 2026 anticipates a 15% increase in originations, with adjusted EPS growth of at least 20% [36] Other Important Information - The company ended the fourth quarter with approximately $1.1 billion of liquidity, providing financial flexibility [32] - Marketing expenses for the fourth quarter were 23% of total revenue, reflecting a strategic investment to capture demand [12][28] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you discuss the consumer business growth and impacts from the upcoming tax season? - Management noted that consumer growth accelerated in December, with expectations for larger tax refunds potentially benefiting credit performance [40][42] Question: What changes are anticipated in the mix between consumer and small business originations? - Management expects a balanced growth approach, with small business continuing to grow at strong rates while consumer growth stabilizes [50][51] Question: How will the regulatory capital ratios change post-acquisition of Grasshopper Bank? - Management indicated that they expect to maintain a Tangible Capital Ratio around 17%-18% and will focus on investing in new opportunities post-acquisition [62][63] Question: What is the outlook for small business health and growth sustainability? - Management highlighted the stability of the small business credit profile and positive sentiment among small business owners, expecting continued strong growth [84]

PresentationBruce CoombesFounder, MD, CEO & Executive Director All right. Welcome, everybody. Thank you so much for taking the time to view this video in relation to QuickFee's Q2 results update. For those of you who don't know me, I'm Bruce Coombes, Founder and CEO of QuickFee, and I'm joined today with -- by our CFO, Simon Yeandle. I'll take you through some of the highlights. But initially, for those who may be newer shareholders or this is the first one of these you listened to, this is what QuickFee do ...

Key Takeaways UPST expands credit union partnerships, adding Rize and MyPoint to offer more consumers personal loans.UPST connects qualified applicants for loans and sends CU-tailored offers through its referral network.UPST counts 100 lending partners and expects to expand its lending partnerships.Upstart (UPST) has partnered with Rize Credit Union, enabling the credit union (CU) to offer personal loans to more consumers across California, helping meet the growing demand for accessible financial solutions. ...

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We recently published 10 Stock Winners Shocking Wall Street. Figure Technology Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ:FIGR) was one of the top performers last week. Figure Technology jumped by 27.2 percent week-on-week, hitting a new all-time high of $76.57, after two investment firms raised their price targets for its stock. In its coverage, Piper Sandler issued a price target of $75 for Figure Technology Solutions Inc.’s (NASDAQ:FIGR) stock, higher than the $64 previously. It also reaffirmed its “outperform” rating af ...