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Technology · 4 February 2026

PayPal Shares Slide After Q4 2025 Results Miss Estimates and Leadership Shakeup

PayPal Shares Slide After Q4 2025 Results Miss Estimates and Leadership Shakeup

PayPal posted weaker-than-expected results for the final quarter of 2025, reporting revenue of $8.68bn and adjusted earnings of $1.23 per share. The update sent the payments firm’s shares lower, alongside the announcement of a leadership transition with Enrique Lores set to take over as chief executive. While growth slowed in areas such as branded checkout, Venmo and other business lines showed resilience. The company forecast modest earnings growth for 2026, highlighting ongoing competitive pressures.

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