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- 1 Klarna Prepares for NYSE Listing Amid Global Expansion
- 2 Klarna to Raise Up to $1.27 Billion in IPO
- 3 Delayed IPO Amid Market Uncertainty
- 4 Klarna’s Financials Show Strong Growth in Q2 2025
- 5 “We’re Building the Bank of the Future”
- 6 Launch of Debit-First Card with Visa Across Europe
- 7 Klarna’s Strategy: From BNPL to Full-Service Digital Banking
Klarna Prepares for NYSE Listing Amid Global Expansion
Swedish fintech giant Klarna has officially revived its plans to go public, announcing it will list its ordinary shares on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “KLAR.” The company’s long-anticipated initial public offering (IPO) had been on hold since April, but recent stability in market conditions has reignited Klarna’s ambitions to enter the public markets.
Klarna to Raise Up to $1.27 Billion in IPO
Klarna plans to offer over 34.3 million ordinary shares, with a price range set between $35 and $37 per share. If fully subscribed at the top of the range, the offering could raise as much as $1.27 billion (€1.09 billion).
In its official statement on Tuesday, Klarna confirmed the approval of its listing on the New York Stock Exchange. The IPO is being underwritten by a consortium of major financial institutions, including Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, Morgan Stanley, Deutsche Bank Securities, BNP Paribas, and Rothschild & Co.
The IPO comes as Klarna continues its transformation from a European buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) provider into a global digital banking platform.
Delayed IPO Amid Market Uncertainty
Klarna had previously paused its IPO plans in April 2025, citing unstable global market sentiment. Much of this uncertainty was attributed to geopolitical tensions, particularly those stemming from the trade tariffs introduced by former U.S. President Donald Trump.
The decision to move forward with the IPO now suggests the company views market conditions as more favorable.
Klarna’s Financials Show Strong Growth in Q2 2025
Klarna recently published its financial results for the second quarter of 2025, revealing continued momentum and sustained growth across several of its core business metrics. The Swedish fintech company, which has been actively expanding its presence in both mature and emerging markets, reported a significant uptick in both revenue and profitability during the April to June period.
According to the report, Klarna generated total revenues of $823 million (€706.6 million) in Q2 2025. This marks a 20% increase year-over-year, highlighting the company’s ability to scale its operations and maintain strong consumer demand despite an increasingly competitive global fintech landscape. Klarna attributes this growth not only to its core “buy now, pay later” services but also to its broader push into digital banking and consumer finance solutions.
What stands out even more prominently in this quarter’s performance is the company’s marked improvement in profitability. Klarna’s adjusted operating income surged to $29 million (€24.8 million), a notable jump from the $3 million (€2.5 million) reported in the first quarter of the year. This improvement reflects the company’s ongoing efforts to streamline operations, optimize cost structures, and increase margins as it shifts toward more sustainable growth.
The company’s expanding user base also underscores the growing global appeal of Klarna’s services. As of the end of June, Klarna reported a total of 111 million active consumers worldwide. This represents not just a numerical achievement but a strategic milestone in the company’s long-term vision of becoming a leading global digital banking platform. Klarna’s consumer growth has been fueled by increased adoption of its flexible payment solutions, the introduction of new financial products such as debit cards, and its ongoing expansion into key international markets.
“We’re Building the Bank of the Future”
Klarna’s leadership continues to emphasize its evolution from a credit-focused fintech into a full-fledged digital bank. As part of this transition, the company is investing heavily in new products and international expansion.
In a recent statement, Klarna’s CEO said, “We’re building the bank of the future—one that is designed around the consumer, not legacy systems. Our IPO is the next logical step in making that vision a reality.”
Launch of Debit-First Card with Visa Across Europe
One of Klarna’s most ambitious moves this year is the launch of its debit-first card in partnership with Visa. Already available in the United States since July, the card has now expanded to ten European countries, including:
- Austria
- Belgium
- Finland
- France
- Ireland
- Italy
- The Netherlands
- Portugal
- Spain
- Sweden
According to Klarna, the debit card combines the flexibility of upfront payments with optional pay-later features, tailored to modern consumer preferences.
The next wave of rollouts will target Denmark, Germany, Norway, and Poland, the company confirmed.
Klarna’s Strategy: From BNPL to Full-Service Digital Banking
Founded in 2005, Klarna became widely known for its short-term installment loans, commonly referred to as buy-now-pay-later services. However, its strategy has evolved significantly over the past few years. Today, Klarna is positioning itself as a European alternative to PayPal, but with a broader suite of banking services.
The fintech is not just enabling delayed payments—it is building a digital banking ecosystem, offering services such as debit cards, savings features, and enhanced mobile app experiences.
Klarna’s IPO marks a pivotal moment in that journey.
