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Affirm Holdings Inc(AFRM)

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EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
5-STAR RATING
SELL
SELL for 3 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
-11.62% ▼
LAST CLOSE
$73.32
10/28/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AFRM

10/28/2026: AFRM (5-star) is a SELL. SELL for 3 days. Simulated Profits (-11.62%). Updated daily EoD!

Affirm Holdings Inc is a prominent financial technology company specializing in point-of-sale consumer financing and buy now, pay later solutions. The company has a leading position in merchant-integrated lending, known for its transparent 'no late fee' model. Its main growth opportunity lies in scaling its debit-style Affirm Card and expanding its user base across both digital and physical retail. However, the company faces significant risks from regulatory scrutiny, intense competition from legacy banks, and its sensitivity to credit cycles. Affirm is best suited for growth-oriented investors who can tolerate volatility, as the company works toward consistent long-term profitability amidst an evolving financial landscape.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitAffirm offers exposure to the high-growth fintech sector and rapidly expanding digital lending market.
Momentum investorMixed fitThe stock often reacts strongly to tech sector sentiment and interest rate changes, requiring a conditional approach based on market trends.
Value investorWeak fitAffirm typically trades at high valuation multiples relative to current earnings, which is common for growth-stage fintechs.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not pay dividends and prioritizes capital reinvestment into growth.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh price volatility and exposure to credit cycles make this stock unsuitable for conservative portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock is susceptible to significant price swings driven by macro news and interest rate expectations.
Valuation riskMedium / highMarket expectations for growth are high, leaving little margin for error in quarterly performance.
Competition risk (Fintech and Banking)HighDirect competition from firms like Block and legacy banks pressures margins and market share.
Business qualityMediumWhile the platform has a leading position in BNPL, the business remains sensitive to the credit cycle.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThe company does not provide income, making it a poor choice for yield-focused investors.
Execution riskMedium / highThe company must consistently balance aggressive growth with maintaining high underwriting standards.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 173.22%
Avg. Invested days 38
Today’s Advisory SELL
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
AFRM receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, solid company fundamentals, and strong analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
AFRM has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, strong growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, strong earnings growth (+3597.9%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 25.1%) are partially offset by modest insider ownership of 4.30%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
AFRM's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (25.1% of revenue). Operating efficiency is solid (4 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is AFRM's strongest growth driver at +3597.9% FY2026 versus FY2025 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+22.5%, solid) and free-cash-flow growth (+65.0%, strong) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 87.9% and approximately 95.6% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 4.30% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Capital Research Global Investors 7.71%
Capital World Investors 6.85%
Morgan Stanley - Brokerage Accounts 6.82%
BlackRock Inc 5.81%
FMR Inc 5.21%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
AFRM generates approximately $691 of gross profit, $221 of operating income, and $251 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Strong margins, cash conversion, and capital efficiency support the rating.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -291.66% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
AFRM has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Quality TiltHigh VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 24.52B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 13.14
1Y Target Price 98.33
Price to earnings Ratio 13.14
1Y Target Price 98.33
Volume (30-day avg) 3.8M shares
Beta 3.82
52 Weeks Range 42.09 - 90.44
Updated Date 10/28/2026
52 Weeks Range 42.09 - 90.44
Updated Date 10/28/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 5.53

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Merchant NetworkMerchant fees paid by retailers to offer Affirm's financing solutions to their customers.Affirm makes money when merchants pay to help their customers close more sales.
Interest IncomeInterest earned on consumer loans held on Affirm's balance sheet.The company earns interest from consumers who utilize longer-term financing plans.
Virtual Card ServicesInterchange fees and other revenues generated from the use of the Affirm Card.Affirm earns a small fee whenever users make purchases with their branded payment card.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-11-05
When After Market
Estimate 0.35
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 45.29%
Operating Margin (TTM) 12.63%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 1.93%
Return on Equity (TTM) 45.13%

Valuation

Trailing PE 13.14
Forward PE 34.01
Enterprise Value 31.94B
Price to Sales(TTM) 5.76
Enterprise Value 31.94B
Price to Sales(TTM) 5.76
Enterprise Value to Revenue 7.24
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 24.69
Shares Outstanding 296.88M
Shares Floating 283.76M
Shares Outstanding 296.88M
Shares Floating 283.76M
Percent Insiders 4.3
Percent Institutions 87.89

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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