CNBC
06 Jul 2026, 14:49 UTC · 2h ago
Klarna seeks U.S. bank charter in latest push beyond buy now, pay later
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CNBC
06 Jul 2026, 14:49 UTC · 2h ago
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Klarna has applied for a U.S. bank charter to establish a FDIC-backed subsidiary in Utah. — Owning a charter allows the firm to fund loans via cheap customer deposits rather than expensive wholesale financing, significantly improving margins.
+0.60Klarna intends to move its banking operations in-house to reduce reliance on third-party banking partners. — Removing intermediaries increases operational reliability and control over the credit and payment ecosystem.
+0.40Klarna is pivoting from a specialized buy now, pay later provider toward becoming a broader consumer bank. — Diversifying product offerings into checking and credit cards expands the total addressable market and customer lifetime value.
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Klarna's stock is currently trading at approximately half of its $40 IPO price. — Significant devaluation since IPO suggests lingering investor skepticism regarding the company's valuation or growth trajectory.
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The company is expanding its business model by applying for a U.S. bank charter to reduce costs and increase service offerings, though its stock price has declined since IPO.
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