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– Klarna may IPO as early as September, according to sources, amid rising fintech stock prices and a stronger US IPO market.
– The company initially filed for IPO in March but paused plans in April due to market instability caused by Trump’s tariff announcements.
– Klarna aimed to raise at least $1 billion with a $15 billion valuation during its initial IPO planning.
– By June, Klarna’s CEO expressed optimism about reduced market turbulence but remained vague about IPO timing.
– No final IPO decisions have been made, though Klarna is profitable and was last privately valued at $14 billion.
Klarna’s potential initial public offering (IPO) could happen as soon as September, according to insider sources. The Swedish fintech giant, known for its buy-now-pay-later services, may capitalize on the current upswing in financial technology stock prices and a revitalized U.S. IPO market.
Earlier this year, Klarna had filed for an IPO in March but abruptly paused its plans in April due to market instability triggered by geopolitical tensions. At that time, the company aimed to secure a $15 billion valuation while raising over $1 billion in funding. However, recent comments from Klarna’s co-founder and CEO, Sebastian Siemiatkowski, suggest a more optimistic outlook. When questioned about the IPO timeline in June, he hinted at improved market conditions with a knowing smile, though he stopped short of confirming any concrete plans.
While Bloomberg reports that no definitive decisions have been made, Klarna remains in a strong financial position. The company is already profitable and was last valued at approximately $14 billion in private markets. If the IPO proceeds, it could mark a significant milestone for the fintech sector, reinforcing investor confidence in digital payment solutions. Market watchers will be keeping a close eye on developments as September approaches.
(Source: TechCrunch)
