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Block's Square Adds New Features to Square AI, Launches Square Bitcoin

XYZ's Square expands its AI suite with smarter, localized insights and voice-enabled tools and introduces Square Bitcoin to help sellers embrace digital payments.

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Zacks Equity Research

Can Mastercard's Recorded Future Redefine Cyber Defense With AI?

MA's Recorded Future debuts an AI-powered system to automate threat detection, aiming to redefine real-time cyber defense for the financial world.

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Kaibalya Pravo Dey

Time to Buy Visa Before Its Stablecoin Strategy Redefines Payments?

V embraces stablecoins to modernize payments, boosting liquidity and global reach while navigating regulatory headwinds.

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Arghyadeep Bose

Should You Buy, Sell or Hold FUTU Stock After 123% YTD Surge?

Futu Holdings' rapid client growth, global reach and profit strength fuel optimism, even as rate and rivalry pressures test its momentum.

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Moumita C. Chattopadhyay

Is Upstart's 3-Month 34% Decline a Buying Opportunity or a Warning?

UPST stock plunges 34% in three months, but strong profits, AI gains and new lending growth hint at a steadier turnaround ahead.

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Swayta Shah

2 Consumer Loan Stocks to Buy on Promising Industry Prospects

While subdued asset quality remains a concern, falling rates and easier lending criteria are expected to boost the Zacks Consumer Loans industry's prospects. So, firms like Capital One and Encore Capital are poised to gain.

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Zacks Equity Research

Best Value Stocks to Buy for October 9th

ELA, PRTH and MOS made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) value stocks list on October 9, 2025.

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Zacks Equity Research

Can Visa's Partnership With HotelRunner Redefine Travel Payments?

V's new partnership with HotelRunner aims to transform travel finance by embedding seamless, automated global payments across the hospitality ecosystem.

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Arghyadeep Bose

OppFi Soars 104% in a Year: Should You Buy, Sell or Hold the Stock?

OPFI's 104% yearly surge, solid risk controls and discounted valuation tempt investors. Let us determine whether it is time to buy, sell or hold.

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Zacks Equity Research

Amazon's Fintech Play With UPI Circle: Can the Technology Deliver?

AMZN's UPI Circle push into India's booming digital payments market shows promise, but fierce competition and modest revenue contribution suggest investors hold or wait.

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Kaibalya Pravo Dey

Should You Buy Mastercard Despite Its Rich Valuation of 31.54X P/E?

MA trades at a premium, but strong growth, cash flow and digital expansion support its long-term leadership in the payments space.

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Nalak Das

5 Mobile Payment Stocks to Buy Now and Hold for Long-Term Gains

Five mobile payment stocks, namely, MA, V, PYPL, COF and GDOT are poised to gain as digital transactions surge worldwide.

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Swayta Shah

JPM or MS: Which IB Stock to Buy Amid Optimistic Industry Prospects?

JPMorgan's dominance and stability contrast with Morgan Stanley's growth-driven momentum as both eye gains from a revived IB landscape. So, which stock to buy?

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Zacks Equity Research

Can PayPal's 5% Cash Back on BNPL Fuel Its Growth This Holiday Season?

PYPL boosts BNPL online and in-store purchases with 5% cash back, targeting stronger holiday spending and merchant growth.

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Arghyadeep Bose

Are AI-Backed Offerings Fueling Futu Holdings' Growth Engine?

FUTU's AI-driven platforms boost client growth, profitability and loyalty, marking a major leap in its digital investment journey.

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Zacks Equity Research

Will Rising Credit Exposure Put MercadoLibre's Margins Under Pressure?

MELI's fast-growing credit book is straining margins, with rising risks that could deepen pressure in coming quarters.

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Swayta Shah

JPM Stock Before Q3 Earnings: Should You Buy Now or Wait for Results?

JPMorgan's Q3 earnings on Oct. 14 could show strength in trading and IB, but rising expenses and asset quality trends may test investors' resolve.

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Zacks Equity Research

Best Momentum Stocks to Buy for October 7th

EGAN, STNE and ALHC made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) momentum stocks list on October 7, 2025.

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Rajshree Sipani

Will Visa's Partnership With Pool Spark a Shared Finance Revolution?

V's new partnership with Pool and First Internet Bank introduces a shared account model that could redefine collaborative finance.

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Kashvi Chandgothia

MELI Falls 13% in Three Months: Should You Hold or Fold the Stock?

MercadoLibre shares slide 13% in three months as credit risks, regional exposure and rivals hinder growth momentum.

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Zacks Equity Research

Can Predictive Intelligence Future-Proof Mastercard's Business Model?

MA is turning transaction data into predictive intelligence, using AI to power fraud detection and smarter commerce.

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Kaibalya Pravo Dey

How Can Visa Modernize Liquidity Management With Stablecoins?

V is betting on stablecoins to modernize liquidity management, and it can change how businesses move money across borders.

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Shaun Pruitt

Watch These Housing Related Stocks: RKT, TOL, ZG

Investor sentiment is rising for housing-related stocks, which are gaining traction as a result of recent and potentially ongoing interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve.

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Zacks Equity Research

Affirm Teams Up With Ace Hardware to Expand Flexible In-Store Payments

AFRM expands into Ace Hardware stores, offering buy now, pay later options that boost shopper flexibility and fuel its retail growth push.

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Arghyadeep Bose

OppFi's NCO Rate Falling: Is Risk Mitigation Strategy Paying Off?

OPFI's NCO rate keeps falling as AI-driven underwriting and risk strategies fuel record revenues and profit growth.

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