Sezzle Grows Merchant Network: Can New Brands Drive Wider Adoption?

Sezzle has expanded its merchant network by adding Gymshark, Debenhams Group, and Follett Higher Education, gaining access to 7.5 million students and diverse consumer segments. The company reported strong Q2 2026 results with active subscribers up 76.4% year-over-year, purchase frequency at 7.2 times, and gross merchandise volume rising 37.9% to $1.3 billion. Competitors Block and Affirm are also expanding their BNPL networks internationally.