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Block (NYSE: XYZ) has launched Cash App Score to external lenders through a new partnership with Nova Credit. The deal gives lenders access to Cash App’s proprietary cash flow based credit score for use in underwriting. The move extends Block’s credit scoring reach beyond its own ecosystem and into Nova Credit’s lending platform. The rollout targets consumers who may be underserved by traditional credit models that rely on legacy bureau data. Consider reviewing other under-the-radar players...

The Russell 2000 (^RUT) is home to many small-cap stocks, offering investors the chance to uncover hidden gems before the broader market catches on. However, these companies often come with higher volatility and risk, as their smaller size makes them more vulnerable to economic downturns.

Block (XYZ) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock? We take a look at earnings estimates for some clues.
PayPal Shares Jump as Stripe Takeover Rumors Reignite
Worries have coalesced around the potential for AI to displace workers. So far, that's not what the data shows.
PayPal shares moved higher as takeover speculation resurfaced

Job cuts are at a four-year low, according to Challenger Grey data illustrating the over 500,000 job cuts that have occurred in 2026 year-to-date. Morning Brief Host Julie Hyman is joined by Yahoo Finance Breaking Business News Reporter Jake Conley and BD8 Capital Partners, LLC CEO Barbara Doran to take a closer look and this data discuss whether AI-driven job loss fears were initially overblown. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) is scheduled to release August jobs data on Friday, September 4.

Job cuts are at a four-year low, according to Challenger Grey data illustrating the over 500,000 job cuts that have occurred in 2026 year-to-date. Morning Brief Host Julie Hyman is joined by Yahoo Finance Breaking Business News Reporter Jake Conley and BD8 Capital Partners, LLC CEO Barbara Doran to take a closer look and this data discuss whether AI-driven job loss fears were initially overblown. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) is scheduled to release August jobs data on Friday, September 4.

SEZL expands its merchant network with Gymshark, Debenhams Group and Follett, aiming to turn broader checkout access into wider adoption.

Square expanded its merchant footprint through a new partnership with 100-year-old Parsons Bakery across 48 locations.
The parties are working in “good faith” to try and reach a potential resolution in a case alleging a former CFO candidate misappropriated Flex’s “strategic crown jewels.”

The Bancorp posted higher earnings, easing credit concerns and raised 2026 guidance, while analysts maintain a Moderate Buy rating amid continued fintech-driven growth.
Two very different growth bets now face major execution tests
Investing.com -- Goldman Sachs updated its U.S. and European conviction lists for September, adding several new names as it refreshed its highest-conviction ideas heading into the autumn.

The investment firm bought 456,059 Block shares across three ETFs and added $3.4 million in Circle stock.

Block (NYSE:XYZ) said Cascadia Pizza Co. has returned to Square as its unified commerce platform for restaurant and franchise operations. Cascadia Pizza Co. is consolidating its dine in, takeout, mobile events and franchise locations on Square's upgraded restaurant tools. The move follows a reassessment of Square's expanded features, including franchise management, offline support for events and centralized multi location reporting. The return of a multi format operator like Cascadia Pizza...

Figure Technology Solutions, BlackRock and Block span tokenized markets, crypto products and bitcoin payments as digital finance adoption expands.

Eisen maintains ~1.47 million shares worth $124.79 million after the sale, executed under a pre-established Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted in March 2026.


AFRM's Australia comeback through Shopify's Shop Pay Installments opens a growth channel as GMV, revenues and its user base continue to rise.

PayPal Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:PYPL, XETRA:2PP) shares opened about 15% lower on Friday after Stripe and private equity firm Advent International abandoned their multi-month pursuit of the digital payments company, according to reports. The consortium, which reportedly also included Block...

PayPal stock tumbled as much as 16% in premarket trading Friday after the consortium walked away from what would have been one of the largest leveraged buyouts ever

XYZ's Square expands deeper into restaurants as partnerships and seller wins test whether wider adoption can accelerate growth.

Block and Sezzle offer contrasting fintech bets, with scale, growth, engagement and valuation shaping the 2026 investment debate.


