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Affirm Nears Profitability and Wall Street Is Cheering

Affirm stock is rallying Thursday after the BNPL firm reported strong results and said it expects to turn a profit by the end of this fiscal year. Here's what you need to know.

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More US finance firms say they were affected by Evolve data breach

Yieldstreet and Affirm join Wise, Branch, and many others in being affected.

TechRadar

Rumors of American consumer strife are greatly exaggerated, Affirm CEO and PayPal cofounder says

Any customer’s inability to pay is a mistake on Affirm’s side, Max Levchin added. And he’s got the numbers to prove it.

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PayPal cofounder Max Levchin's traumatic debt experience motivated him to create Affirm. Now he's dreaming of a world without credit cards

But the jury’s still out on whether his buy-now, pay-later system is any better—or different for consumers.

Fortune

Stock Market Today: Nvidia Enters Correction Territory

The chipmaker has declined nearly 13% since hitting an all-time closing high earlier this month.

Kiplinger

Is This Fintech Stock a Buy on Its Apple Partnership?

This fintech firm's recent partnership with Apple Pay gave a boost to its dwindling share price - but what will the next catalyst be?

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Apple Discontinues Apple Pay Later, Integrates Affirm Into Apple Wallet

Apple discontinues Apple Pay Later service, focusing on established buy now, pay later players. Plans to enable banks to offer such services through Apple ...

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Apple kills off its buy now, pay later service service barely a year after launch

Apple is discontinuing its buy now, pay later service known as Apple Pay Later barely a year after its initial launch in the U.S., and will rely on companies who already dominate the industry like Affirm and Klarna

The Independent UK

Apple’s ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ service gets shut down today — what you need to know

Apple is shutting down its Apple Pay Later service that was introduced less than a year ago but similar features are coming to Apple Pay later this year.

Tom’s Guide

Apple Pay Later is already being shut down, after only launching last year

After only launching last year, Apple is shutting down Apple Pay Later in favor of new instalment loan options from third-parties.

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The Fed hits Evolve bank with order over fintech troubles

The U.S. central bank has issued an enforcement action against Evolve Bank & Trust for failing to comply with anti-money-laundering, risk management, and consumer compliance programs.

Fortune

PayPal cofounder Max Levchin’s network of tiny banks could help Apple with its Goldman Sachs issue

The tech giant’s most high-profile banking partnership is reportedly dissolving, but a partnership with Affirm, led by PayPal cofounder Max Levchin, plus a network of smaller, mostly state-chartered banks, is now in place.

Fortune

Stock Market Today: Nasdaq Hits New High as Apple Stock Soars

Apple stock was one of the biggest gainers Tuesday as analysts were encouraged by the tech giant's new AI offerings.

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Apple Pay will have more payment options this fall and will also welcome Windows, Chrome users

Apple Inc. plans to add several new features to Apple Pay and Apple Wallet later this year that will more deeply integrate financing, rewards, and buy now, pay later options into the iPhone when consumers shop on their phones

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Buy now, pay later companies must adhere to credit card standards, consumer agency says

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau says in a new rule that buy now, pay later lenders are basically credit card providers and must provide the same protections and rights that apply to those lenders

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Block vs. Affirm: Which Buy Now, Pay Later Stock Does Wall Street Prefer?

With consumers stretched by inflation, demand for BNPL is expected to remain high, benefiting BNPL stocks like SQ and AFRM. Here's a look at what Wall Street expects for these two fintech names.

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AFRM Stock: Is the Worst Over for Affirm as Fed Reaffirms Rate Cut Guidance?

Affirm stock rose over 11% yesterday after the Fed backed its guidance for three rate cuts in 2024. The worst looks over for this BNPL name amid the expected trajectory of rate cuts and its strong competitive positioning in the industry.

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Where Will Affirm Holdings Stock Be in 1 Year?

AFRM stock is sitting out the broad-market rally this year, and analysts are strongly divided on the stock's valuation. What's next for this fintech growth play?

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Is Affirm Stock a Buy After Falling 17% from Its 52-Week Highs?

Affirm was the best-performing stock last year in the universe of companies with a market cap over $5 billion. However, the stock is down 11% so far this year. Is it a buy now, or should investors wait for the stock to fall further?

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Will Affirm Stock Go Up in 2024, or Crash-Land After This Year's Stellar Rally?

Affirm stock has rallied spectacularly in 2023. While Mizuho analyst Dan Dolev recently raised his target price on the BNPL company to a Street high of $65, it might be prudent to take some profits off the table at these prices.

Kiplinger

Walmart Adds Buy Now, Pay Later Option at Self-Checkout Kiosks

Walmart is expanding its partnership with Affirm to bring Buy Now, Pay Later to self-checkout at stores.

Kiplinger

Google Pay To Add Buy Now, Pay Later Options

Google Pay has partnered with Affirm and Zip to add Buy Now, Pay Later features next year.

Kiplinger

Stock Market Today: Energy Stocks Pop as Geopolitical Risks Rise

U.S. crude futures climb as Tehran-backed Houthi rebels from Yemen continue to attack shipping vessels in the Red Sea.

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Affirm partners with Walmart, brings BNPL to self-checkout kiosks

Discover the latest collaboration between Affirm and Walmart as they revolutionize the self-checkout experience with Buy Now, Pay Later services. Shopping ...

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Cyber Monday Sales Expected To Reach $12.4 Billion As Consumers Shift To Online Shopping

Retailers and e-commerce companies set to benefit from increased online spending, with Amazon, Walmart, and Affirm among potential winners.

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