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Will Affirm's Auto Move With Shopmonkey Fuel More Repeat Users?

AFRM partners with Shopmonkey to bring pay-over-time options to auto repairs, targeting repeat users and steady spending.

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Mastercard Expands Digital Currency Reach via Fiserv & Chainlink

MA teams with Fiserv and Chainlink to expand stablecoin access and power on-chain crypto purchases for billions.

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Synchrony Partners With Sploot to Make Pet Healthcare More Affordable

SYF teams up with Sploot to launch CareCredit at pet clinics, expanding access to veterinary financing in key cities.

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Can Strategic Funding Deals Keep Affirm Ahead in the BNPL Space?

AFRM extends its key funding deal with MSC through 2027, reinforcing growth and stability in the BNPL market.

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Is the Rise of Stablecoins the End of Mastercard as We Know it?

MA's blockchain push and consumer perks may shield it from stablecoin threats shaking payment giants.

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Should You Buy AmEx Stock After Wall Street Ups Earnings View?

AXP draws bullish analyst views as earnings estimates rise, but cost pressures could weigh on future margins.

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Will PGIM's $3B Facility Help Affirm Scale its BNPL Offerings Fast?

AFRM's pass-through loan facility from PGIM can boost its BNPL growth while reducing funding risks and costs.

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Affirm Raises Fiscal 2025 Guidance: A Signal for Sustainable Growth?

AFRM lifts fiscal 2025 guidance after strong Q3 results, with GMV and repeat customers driving revenue and margin growth.

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Mastercard's Crypto Expansion: A Right Global Bet on Digital Assets?

MA partners with crypto platforms and stablecoin networks to power real-time global payments and digital asset adoption.

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Can Visa Solve the High Remittance Fees Problem With Stablecoins?

V taps stablecoin tech and fintech partnerships to cut digital remittance costs and boost security.

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Battle of the Payment Giants: Visa or Mastercard - Which Has the Edge?

V edges past MA with superior margins, free cash flow and a stronger earnings growth outlook.

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