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World Acceptance SVP Jason Childers sells $381,480 in shares

Mastercard Stock Rises as Ackman Targets Agentic Commerce

This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Mastercard (NYSE:MA), the global payments powerhouse, rose about 0.1% Thursday morning after Pershing Square revealed a new position. The market has spent months worrying that stablecoins, AI shopping agents and potential U.S. regulation could chip away at the …

Bill Ackman Buys Back Into Netflix Four Years After Selling at a Loss

This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Bill Ackman (Trades, Portfolio) disclosed six new holdings, buying Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX), Visa (NYSE:V), Mastercard (NYSE:MA), eye care company Alcon (NYSE:ALC), exchange operator Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE:ICE) and financial data provider S&P Global (NYSE:SPGI) from the second quarter onward. The …

American Express Added Over 350 Properties To Fine Hotels + Resorts And The Hotel Collection programs—Here's How To Take Advantage

American Express has expanded its Fine Hotels + Resorts and The Hotel Collection programs by over 350 properties, bringing the total to more than 3,400 across 116 countries. Eligible cardholders, particularly those with the American Express Platinum Card®, can enjoy exclusive benefits such as …

State to approve Western Union-Intermex merger despite Mamdani’s push to block the deal

The New York State is set to approve the merger between Western Union and Intermex. This approval comes despite efforts by Mamdani to block the deal. The article was published on August 13, 2026, at 6:58 PM EDT.

Visa Stock Edges Higher as Ackman Backs Network Durability

This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Visa (NYSE:V), the global payments giant, advanced approximately 0.5% Thursday morning after Pershing Square revealed a new position. The bet comes right when investors are asking tougher questions about Visa's future. Stablecoins are growing. AI agents could reshape …

Jefferson Capital, Inc. (JCAP) Surpasses Q2 Earnings and Revenue Estimates

Jefferson Capital, Inc. (JCAP) reported Q2 earnings of $0.67 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.63, though this was lower than the $0.81 per share from a year ago. The company also surpassed revenue estimates with $177.54 million, exceeding the Zacks Consensus …

World Acceptance Corp (WRLD) SVP Jason Childers sells 2,000 shares

World Acceptance Corp's Senior Vice President of Information Technology, Jason E. Childers, sold 2,000 shares of common stock on August 12, 2026, at $190.74 per share. This transaction, totaling $381,000, leaves him with 12,799 shares directly held. The sale was reported in a Form …

Sezzle Inc. (SEZL) News, Articles, Events & Latest Updates

This page provides a collection of recent news, articles, and updates related to Sezzle Inc. (SEZL). It highlights the company's Q2 earnings performance, including revenue beats and raised guidance, alongside insider stock transactions and analyst perspectives on its growth potential despite stock fluctuations.

3 Reasons We’re Fans of Ameriprise Financial (AMP)

3 Reasons We're Fans of Ameriprise Financial (AMP) Ameriprise Financial has followed the market's trajectory closely, rising in tandem with the S&P 500 over the past six months. The stock has climbed by 14.8% to $557.69 per share while the index has gained 11.7%. …

Fintech, Payments Firms Outperform Expectations Amid Solid Consumer Spending, RBC Says

Financial technology and payments companies outperformed quarterly estimates as consumer spending tu PREMIUM Upgrade to read this MT Newswires article and get so much more. A Silver or Gold subscription plan is required to access premium news articles. Upgrade Already have a subscription? Sign …

Sezzle pivots to national bank charter

Sezzle has changed its strategy from seeking an industrial loan company (ILC) charter to pursuing a national bank charter with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). This shift is driven by new state-level buy now, pay later (BNPL) regulations and concerns …

Bill Ackman Invests in Netflix and Visa in a Tough Year for His Pershing Square Funds

The hedge fund manager has added Visa, Mastercard, Netflix and three other new investments to his portfolios. Continue Reading

Synchrony Financial SEC Filing (Aug 13, 2026)

Synchrony Financial (SYF) has filed a Form 144 with the SEC on August 13, 2026, indicating a proposed sale of 5456 common shares with an aggregate market value of $436,480.00. The shares were acquired through a stock option exercise on the same date and …

AACOM Expands Financial Resources for Osteopathic Medical Students Through New Collaboration With Sallie Mae

Strategic collaboration provides eligible students with responsible financing options as federal student loan programs evolve Bethesda, MD, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM) today announced a strategic collaboration with Sallie Mae to broaden the financial …

RBA or V: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?

Investors interested in stocks from the Financial Transaction Services sector have probably already heard of RB Global (RBA) and Visa (V). But which of these two stocks is more attractive to value investors? We'll need to take a closer look to find out. There …

Is Enova International (ENVA) Expensive As Originations Jump 27%?

Never miss an important update on your stock portfolio and cut through the noise. Over 7 million investors trust Simply Wall St to stay informed where it matters for FREE. Enova International (ENVA) recently reported that second quarter originations rose 27% year over year, …

Atlanticus Holdings Corp (ATLC) Q1 2026 Earnings Report - Results, Call & Slides

Atlanticus Holdings Corp (ATLC) released its Q1 2026 earnings report, showing an actual EPS of $2.23, beating the consensus of $1.69. However, the actual revenue of $679.59M missed the expected revenue of $749.36M. The company's next earnings report is estimated for November 5, 2026.

3 Reasons UPST Has Explosive Upside Potential

3 Reasons UPST Has Explosive Upside Potential Over the past six months, Upstart's shares (currently trading at $30.16) have posted a disappointing 8.9% loss, well below the S&P 500's 11.7% gain. This was partly due to its softer quarterly results and may have investors …

91% of Upstart's Loans Were Fully Automated Last Quarter. No Bank Can Underwrite That Cheaply.

Key Points Shares of Upstart have slumped about 31% year to date. The bank had a strong Q2 with 91% of its loan originations handled by AI. Upstart recently got approval for a bank charter, which should improve its unit economics. 10 stocks we …

1 Growth Stock Set to Flourish and 2 We Find Risky

1 Growth Stock Set to Flourish and 2 We Find Risky Growth is oxygen. But when it evaporates, the consequences can be severe - ask anyone who bought Cisco in the Dot-Com Bubble or newer investors who lived through the 2020 to 2022 COVID …

Credit Acceptance names former Amazon AI executive as CTO

Credit Acceptance Corporation announced the appointment of Jeetu Mirchandani, a former Amazon AI executive, as its new Chief Technology Officer, effective August 27, 2026. Mirchandani brings over two decades of technology leadership from Amazon, where he specialized in applied AI, supply chain technology, personalization, …

2 S&P 500 Stocks with Exciting Potential and 1 We Ignore

2 S&P 500 Stocks with Exciting Potential and 1 We Ignore The S&P 500 (^GSPC) is home to the biggest and most well-known companies in the market, making it a go-to index for investors seeking stability. But not all large-cap stocks are created equal …

Will Capital One’s 20-Year Arena Deal and Cardholder Perks Strategy Change Capital One Financial’s (COF) Narrative

Capital One has extended its naming rights for the Capital One Arena for 20 years, a deal tied to a $1 billion arena transformation. While this move enhances brand engagement and cardholder perks, it doesn't significantly alter Capital One Financial's core investment narrative, which …

Sonida Senior Living enters $380 million term loan agreement with Ally Bank

Sonida Senior Living (NYSE:SNDA) has secured a new $380 million senior secured term loan agreement with Ally Bank, signed on August 7. This new financing amends and restates a previous agreement and adds to the company's substantial existing debt. The loan, maturing in five …

Should You Stay Invested in Block Stock After Its Q2 Earnings Beat?

Block, Inc. XYZ has entered the second half of 2026 with stronger operating momentum, improving profitability and several growth initiatives across Cash App and Square. The fintech company is also putting more focus on connecting its consumer and merchant ecosystems, while investments in artificial …

SOFI Stock Holds Momentum As Earnings Beat And New Funds Debut

SoFi Technologies (SOFI) stock is trending up following strong Q2 earnings that surpassed expectations in both earnings and revenue, driven by significant member growth and increased product usage. The company has also raised its full-year 2026 guidance and expanded its offerings with new private-market …

Credit Acceptance Announces New Chief Technology Officer to Advance Digital-First, AI-Enabled Business Evolution

Credit Acceptance Corporation (CACC) has appointed Jeetu Mirchandani as its new Chief Technology Officer, effective August 27, 2026. Mirchandani, with over two decades of leadership experience at Amazon, will spearhead the company's engineering and technology strategy, focusing on accelerating its digital-first, AI-enabled evolution. This …

American Airlines, Stand Up To Cancer and Lily Collins collaborate for 10th annual fundraising campaign for innovative cancer research

FORT WORTH, Texas, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) and American Airlines today launched their annual campaign to raise funds for innovative and lifesaving cancer research.Combined SU2C and AA logos The six-week campaign, "Let's Go Further, Together," launches Aug. 13 …

Priori Expands Client Advisory Board with New Members from Fortune 500 Corporate Legal Departments

Priori Legal operations and legal department leaders from Mastercard, Meta, Google, Uber, General Motors, U.S. Bank, Capital One and more will help shape the future of outside counsel management NEW YORK, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Priori, the legal technology company modernizing outside …

92% Value Preventive Care, but 44% Include Chiropractic in Wellness

A new national ChiroIQ survey by Synchrony's CareCredit reveals that while 92% of Americans value preventive care, only 44% consider chiropractic as part of a long-term wellness lifestyle. The study highlights that firsthand experience and better information significantly improve perceptions of chiropractic care, with …

Amazon’s Applied AI Head Will Join Credit Acceptance Aug. 27

Credit Acceptance (Nasdaq: CACC) has appointed Jeetu Mirchandani, a veteran technology and AI executive from Amazon, as its new Chief Technology Officer, effective August 27, 2026. Mirchandani will lead the company's Engineering organization and technology strategy to accelerate its digital-first, AI-enabled evolution. His extensive …

Can SYF Turn Record Purchase Volume Into Stronger Earnings?

Synchrony Financial's SYF record purchase volume is an important growth driver for the second half of 2026. It reached an all-time high of $49.8 billion in the second quarter, up 8% year over year, with growth across all five sales platforms. This growth accelerated …

Ackman adds Netflix, Visa and Mastercard in portfolio revamp

Investing.com -- Bill Ackman disclosed six new portfolio holdings on Thursday, including Netflix, Visa, and Mastercard, representing his largest portfolio restructuring in several years. The billionaire investor said he began purchasing the shares during the second quarter for his investment funds, including Pershing Square …

American Express expands virtual card access for businesses

American Express (NYSE: AXP) has introduced new capabilities allowing U.S. commercial customers to create and manage virtual cards through its existing software platforms. Corporate Card customers can now use the @ Work platform for virtual cards with custom spending limits, and Business Travel Account …

CPI Card Group (PMTS) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Image source: The Motley Fool. DATE Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. ET CALL PARTICIPANTS Head of Investor Relations - Davis Barker President and Chief Executive Officer - John Lowe Chief Financial Officer - Terra Grantham Full Conference Call Transcript Operator: Welcome to …