PayPal Just Raised Its Profit Forecast, and the Stock Barely Moved. Here’s Why

PayPal beat earnings estimates and raised full-year profit guidance, but the stock barely moved due to weak revenue growth and stagnant branded checkout performance. While newer segments like Venmo and BNPL show strong growth, the company's earnings growth is primarily driven by cost-cutting and stock buybacks rather than core business expansion, leaving investors unconvinced about sustainable growth.