Klarna Group plc (KLAR) Launches Rapid Peer-to-Peer Payments in Thirteen European Countries

Klarna Group plc (NYSE:KLAR) is among the 12 Best Digital Currency and Payments Stocks to Buy Right Now.

TheFly announced on January 14, 2026, that Klarna Group plc (NYSE:KLAR) has enabled instant peer-to-peer payments in 13 European nations. This will enable clients to send money straight to friends and family using the Klarna app. This feature extends its in-app payment capabilities beyond in-store purchases.

Keefe Bruyette kept its Outperform rating on Klarna Group plc (NYSE:KLAR) and reduced its price objective from $52 to $45 on January 02, 2026. The change was a component of larger pricing target adjustments made by consumer finance and payments firms.

Swedish fintech business exceeded expectations in its maiden report as a public company and forecasted sales exceeding $1 billion in the current quarter, thanks to growth in U.S. markets, which helped the company record a 26% gain in third-quarter revenue. The firm, however, declared a net loss of $95 million, compared to a profit of $12 million the previous year. It is attributed to a transition to U.S. accounting regulations following its New York listing. The company anticipates $1.07 billion in revenue for the current quarter, compared to $1.06 billion.

Klarna Group plc (NYSE:KLAR) is a global digital bank that offers flexible payment options. It functions through an AI-powered payments and commerce network that enables people to pay effectively.

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