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Fintech 20 October 2025 - 6 November 2025

Affirm’s Rollercoaster: Profit Milestone, Insider Sell-Off & Big BNPL Bets – What’s Next for AFRM?

AFRM Stock Today (Nov 6, 2025): Affirm Jumps After Q1 FY26 Beat, Extends Amazon Deal, Sets Q2 Revenue Outlook

Affirm Holdings shares jumped as much as 11% after hours Thursday following fiscal Q1 2026 results that beat estimates, with revenue at $933.3 million and GAAP EPS of $0.23. Net income reached $80.7 million. Gross merchandise volume rose 42% to $10.8 billion. Affirm also extended its U.S. partnership with Amazon through January 2031.
6 November 2025
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SoFi Technologies (SOFI) news today (Nov. 6, 2025): Stock wobbles as SoFi’s Galileo debuts Southwest debit‑rewards card; fresh fund flows and bullish commentary keep momentum in focus

SoFi Technologies (SOFI) news today (Nov. 6, 2025): Stock wobbles as SoFi’s Galileo debuts Southwest debit‑rewards card; fresh fund flows and bullish commentary keep momentum in focus

SoFi shares fell about 5% intraday Thursday to $28.48 after Galileo, its tech unit, launched a Southwest Airlines debit rewards program. Sigma Planning Corp increased its SOFI stake by nearly 35% last quarter, according to new 13F data. Analysts and media highlighted continued momentum following last month’s earnings beat.
6 November 2025
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Ripple Says ‘No IPO’ — $40B Valuation, $500M Round, and Mastercard RLUSD Pilot Define Its 2026 Game Plan (Nov. 6, 2025)

Ripple Says ‘No IPO’ — $40B Valuation, $500M Round, and Mastercard RLUSD Pilot Define Its 2026 Game Plan (Nov. 6, 2025)

Ripple will not pursue an IPO in the near term, President Monica Long said at the Swell conference in New York on Nov. 5. The company closed a $500 million investment round led by Fortress Investment Group and Citadel Securities, valuing Ripple at $40 billion. Ripple is piloting RLUSD stablecoin settlements for card payments with Mastercard, WebBank, and Gemini.
6 November 2025
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Switzerland crosses the crypto Rubicon: TWINT opens to CHF stablecoins & e‑ID as strong franc fuels bond boom — Nov 6, 2025

Switzerland crosses the crypto Rubicon: TWINT opens to CHF stablecoins & e‑ID as strong franc fuels bond boom — Nov 6, 2025

Switzerland accelerated its digital finance shift as TWINT began integrating CHF-backed tokens and the new national e-ID. The Federal Council’s stablecoin consultation, launched Oct. 22, would fold stablecoin issuance into supervised finance. A stronger Swiss franc is drawing bond issuers, creating favorable funding conditions. The consultation runs until Feb. 6, 2026.
6 November 2025
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Affirm Ramps Up Lending Firepower With $750M New York Life Deal and Worldpay Distribution as Q1 FY26 Results Arrive Today (Nov. 6)

Affirm Ramps Up Lending Firepower With $750M New York Life Deal and Worldpay Distribution as Q1 FY26 Results Arrive Today (Nov. 6)

Affirm announced a $750 million forward-flow deal with New York Life to fund installment loans through December 2026, enabling up to $1.75 billion in annual loan volume. The company also expanded distribution by integrating with Worldpay for Platforms, reaching over 1,000 SaaS platforms and $400 billion in processed payments. Affirm reports Q1 FY26 earnings after the bell.
6 November 2025
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Upstart Holdings’ AI Lending Revolution: Surging Growth, Stock Turmoil, and What’s Next for UPST

Upstart Holdings’ AI Lending Revolution: Surging Growth, Stock Turmoil, and What’s Next for UPST

Upstart Holdings reported Q3 2025 revenue of $277.1 million, missing estimates, and issued soft Q4 guidance, sending shares down over 6% after hours on Nov 4. Loan originations surged 80% year-over-year to $2.9 billion, while adjusted EPS beat at $0.52. The stock closed at $46.24 on Nov 4 before dropping to the low $40s. Short interest exceeds 35% of float, and Morgan Stanley cut its price target to $45.
5 November 2025
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Global Payments (GPN) Surges on Earnings Beat and Transformation – What’s Next for This Fintech Powerhouse?

Global Payments (GPN) Surges on Earnings Beat and Transformation – What’s Next for This Fintech Powerhouse?

Global Payments Inc. reported adjusted Q3 2025 earnings of $3.26 per share, up 12% year-over-year and above estimates, with net revenue rising 3% to $2.43 billion. Shares jumped nearly 8% after results but remain down 31% year-to-date. The company is acquiring Worldpay for $24.25 billion and divesting Issuer Solutions for $13.5 billion, with both deals expected to close by Q1 2026.
4 November 2025
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Dave Inc. (DAVE) Stock – Fintech Underdog Turned Wall Street Rocket

Dave Inc. (DAVE) Stock – Fintech Underdog Turned Wall Street Rocket

Dave Inc. stock surged nearly 10% to $264 on November 4 after posting record Q3 revenue of $150.8 million and net income of $92 million. Shares have soared about 500% in the past year, far outpacing the S&P 500. The stock trades near its 52-week high of $286.45, with volatility high and roughly 16% of its float sold short. Most analysts rate DAVE a Buy, with a consensus target of $274.
4 November 2025
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SoFi Stock Rockets 230% in 2025 on Record Q3 and Fintech Boom

SoFi Stock Rockets 230% in 2025 on Record Q3 and Fintech Boom

SoFi shares surged 230% year-over-year, closing at $31.66 after Q3 earnings on Oct. 28 before slipping to around $29.90 by Oct. 30. The company beat Q3 forecasts with $950 million in adjusted net revenue and raised its 2025 guidance. Analysts remain split, with targets ranging from $18 to $36. Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest doubled its stake last quarter, while institutional ownership stands near 48%.
30 October 2025
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Klarna (KLAR) Stock Dives Below IPO Level – Analysts Eye 30%+ Rebound

Klarna’s Wild Post-IPO Ride: Stock Slump, New Deals & Experts Predict What’s Next

Klarna raised $1.37 billion in its September 2025 New York IPO at $40 per share, valuing the company at $15 billion. Shares jumped 30% on debut before dropping below the IPO price and trading in the mid-to-high $30s by late October. Klarna has launched new products in the UK and secured a Walmart partnership. The company remains near profitability after five straight quarters of operating profit.
30 October 2025
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Mastercard Stock Climbs on New Tech, Stablecoin Push and Partnerships

Mastercard’s $2B Crypto Blitz: ZeroHash Acquisition & Stablecoin Push Ignite Stock Hype

Mastercard is in late-stage talks to acquire crypto infrastructure firm ZeroHash for $1.5–2.0 billion, according to Reuters and Crypto Briefing. ZeroHash, valued at $1 billion after a recent $104 million raise, provides fiat-to-crypto rails for banks and fintechs. Mastercard shares traded near $570 on Oct. 22, close to their 52-week high, with analysts broadly bullish.
29 October 2025
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PayPal’s Big Move: Shop in ChatGPT with One-Click Checkout

PayPal’s Big Move: Shop in ChatGPT with One-Click Checkout

PayPal will embed its payments wallet in OpenAI’s ChatGPT, allowing users to buy products directly in the chat starting next year. The integration uses OpenAI’s Instant Checkout and Agentic Commerce Protocol, with PayPal handling payment processing and dispute resolution. PayPal shares jumped about 14% in pre-market trading after the announcement. Analysts set a 12-month price target near $80.60 for PYPL.
28 October 2025
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Stripe’s $350B Fintech Fortune: JPMorgan’s Bold AI-Crypto Prediction

Stripe’s $350B Fintech Fortune: JPMorgan’s Bold AI-Crypto Prediction

Stripe processed about $1.4 trillion in transactions in 2024, turning profitable with $5.1 billion in net revenue, up 28% year-over-year. JPMorgan analysts say Stripe could access a $350 billion market by 2030 through AI-driven commerce and crypto payments. The firm’s latest valuation reached $91.5 billion in early 2025. JPMorgan warns of regulatory and competitive risks.
24 October 2025
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Mastercard Stock Climbs on New Tech, Stablecoin Push and Partnerships

Mastercard Stock Climbs on New Tech, Stablecoin Push and Partnerships

Mastercard traded near $570 on Oct 22, 2025, close to its 52-week high, after Q2 revenue rose 17% to $8.13 billion and EPS reached $4.15, beating forecasts. Analysts rate the stock a Strong Buy, with some price targets as high as $735. Recent launches include a multi-year MLB partnership, new AI payment tools, and stablecoin support. Visa and AmEx traded near $345 and $350, respectively.
23 October 2025
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Visa (V) Stock Poised for a Surge? Crypto Pilot and Travel Deals Fuel Optimism

Visa (V) Stock Could Soar – Crypto Pilots, AI Shopping and Analyst Upgrades Spark Rally (Despite Legal Headwinds)

Visa shares traded near $345 on Oct. 23, 2025, up about 10% year-to-date. Q3 revenue rose 14% to $10.17 billion, beating forecasts, with Q4 results due Oct. 28. The DOJ sued Visa over debit-card practices, and the company agreed to pay $119.7 million in a merchant settlement. Wall Street remains bullish, with an average 12-month price target of $399.
23 October 2025
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SoFi Stock Rockets 230% to Multi-Year Highs – Fintech Frenzy or Overvalued Ahead of Earnings?

SoFi Stock Rockets 230% to Multi-Year Highs – Fintech Frenzy or Overvalued Ahead of Earnings?

SoFi Technologies shares have surged 230% in the past year, recently trading near $28.80—close to a 52-week high. The stock rebounded 8% on October 20 after an analyst upgrade, ahead of Q3 earnings set for October 28. Wall Street expects $880 million in revenue and EPS of $0.08. Reports that the U.S. may sell federal student loans to private lenders have fueled further interest.
23 October 2025
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SoFi’s Roller-Coaster Rally: Fintech Stock Soars 230% in 2025 – What’s Next for SOFI?

SoFi Stock Surges on Analyst Upgrade and $1.6 Trillion Fintech Opportunity

SoFi Technologies shares jumped nearly 8% on Oct. 20, rebounding from last week’s drop and trading around the high-$20s—up 70% year-to-date. The company will report Q3 earnings on Oct. 28, with analysts expecting $880 million in revenue and $0.08 EPS. SoFi recently launched commission-free options trading and an AI-focused ETF. Zacks upgraded the stock to “Buy,” but the consensus rating remains Hold with a $21 price target.
20 October 2025
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Stock Market Today

  • Synopsys Shares Decline Despite Mixed Market; Earnings Expected to Drop
    April 10, 2026, 7:14 PM EDT. Synopsys Inc. (SNPS) shares fell 1.4% to $493.97, underperforming the broader market as the S&P 500 dropped 0.43%. Over the past month, the stock lost 8.03%, trailing the Computer and Technology sector's 0.32% gain. Investors await Synopsys' February 26 earnings report, with estimates showing a 21% drop in quarterly EPS to $2.81 and an 11.9% revenue decline to $1.45 billion. Annual forecasts call for 12.9% EPS growth and 8% revenue growth. The company holds a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) and trades at a premium forward P/E of 33.62 versus the industry average of 29.52. The Computer-Software industry ranks in the lower half of sectors, reflecting mixed analyst sentiment and sector pressures.

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UK Stock Market Today: FTSE 100 Climbs as Traders Eye Fragile Iran Ceasefire

UK Stock Market Today: FTSE 100 Climbs as Traders Eye Fragile Iran Ceasefire

10 April 2026
London’s FTSE 100 rose 0.38% to 10,644.28 late Friday morning as investors awaited U.S.-Iran talks in Pakistan. Brent crude climbed 1% to $96.83 a barrel, while sterling eased but was on track for its biggest weekly gain since January. The FTSE 250 gained 0.79%. Britain’s 10-year gilt yield stood at 4.807%.
US Stock Market Today: CPI, Oil and Iran Truce Set the Tone Before the Open

US Stock Market Today: CPI, Oil and Iran Truce Set the Tone Before the Open

10 April 2026
Dow e-minis slipped 0.15% before Friday’s open, with S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures each down 0.08% as traders awaited March CPI data and watched U.S.-Iran tensions. Economists expect headline CPI to rise 0.9% for March and 3.3% year-on-year. Weekly jobless claims increased to 219,000. Brent crude traded near $97 a barrel, while shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remained well below normal.
Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

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10 April 2026
LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 10, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 10, 2026, 7:15 PM EDT Pinterest (PINS) Falls 2.03%, Trails Market Despite Expected Earnings Growth April 10, 2026, 7:15 PM EDT. Pinterest (PINS) shares dropped 2.03% to $31.39, underperforming the S&P 500's 0.38% decline. Over the past month, PINS fell 15.57% while peers in the Computer and Technology sector gained 7.44%. Analysts anticipate Pinterest's upcoming earnings per share (EPS) at $0.42, a 5% increase year-over-year, and revenue of $1.05 billion, up 16.56%. The full fiscal year estimates project EPS of $1.72 (+33.33%) and revenue of $4.22 billion (+15.83%). Currently, Pinterest
MARA Holdings Stock Rises Even After Target Cut as Bitcoin Miner Leans Harder Into AI

MARA Holdings Stock Rises Even After Target Cut as Bitcoin Miner Leans Harder Into AI

9 April 2026
MARA Holdings shares rose 1.7% to $9.67 Thursday despite Cantor Fitzgerald cutting its price target to $10. The company recently sold 15,133 bitcoin for $1.1 billion and agreed to repurchase $1 billion in convertible notes at a discount. MARA is expanding into AI and cloud infrastructure, but fourth-quarter revenue fell 6% and it posted a $1.7 billion net loss.
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