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Katapult Holdings Inc(KPLT)

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EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$7.84
10/23/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for KPLT

10/23/2026: KPLT (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Katapult Holdings Inc is a fintech company specializing in lease-to-own financing for non-prime consumers at e-commerce points of sale. The company leverages a proprietary underwriting platform to serve customers typically excluded by traditional lenders, offering a unique niche market position. While the firm has shown capability in integrating with major retail platforms, it remains highly exposed to credit risk and partner concentration. The current investment narrative centers on balancing operational efficiency with merchant diversification to ensure long-term stability. The stock is best suited for growth-oriented investors with a high risk tolerance, and shareholders should monitor regulatory developments and credit delinquency trends closely.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company targets the high-growth fintech space but faces significant hurdles in scaling profitably against larger incumbents.
Momentum investorMixed fitInvestment depends on positive trend signals and market sentiment shifts, which have historically been highly volatile for this stock.
Value investorWeak fitThe stock's risk profile and underlying earnings volatility do not align well with traditional value investing principles.
Dividend investorWeak fitKatapult does not pay a dividend and focuses capital on business expansion.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe stock carries high volatility and exposure to credit risks, making it unsuitable for risk-averse portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock is subject to significant price swings due to market sentiment and interest rate sensitivity.
Valuation riskMedium / highMarket valuations for niche fintech companies are often sensitive to growth assumptions that may not materialize.
Competition risk (BNPL/Fintech)HighThe company competes with much larger, better-funded platforms that have broader retail relationships.
Business qualityMediumWhile the platform serves an important market need, it is susceptible to economic fluctuations impacting the non-prime consumer.
Dividend incomeLow / noneInvestors should not expect income from this stock as it is a pure growth play.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccess relies heavily on maintaining merchant partnerships and accurately assessing credit risk in volatile conditions.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Extreme Price Shocks
PRICE STABILITY

Extreme Price Shocks

The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -27.08%
Avg. Invested days 29
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
KPLT receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, soft analyst coverage, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
KPLT has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+105.3%) and solid revenue growth (+18.0%) are partially offset by weak cash generation (FCF margin -4.1%), soft profitability (net margin 0.5%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
KPLT's financial health is supported by moderate efficiency, including operating-expense and cost-of-revenue discipline (opex 17.6% of revenue). Liquidity is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is KPLT's strongest growth driver at +105.3% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+18.0%, solid) and free-cash-flow growth (+63.3%, strong) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 3.9% and approximately 113.0% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 62.37% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Iridian Asset Management LLC 1.03%
CANTOR FITZGERALD, L. P. 0.38%
CIBC Bancorp USA Inc. 0.16%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 0.13%
Venturi Wealth Management, LLC 0.07%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
KPLT generates approximately $177 of gross profit, $1 of operating income, and $-41 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Negative free cash flow explains the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 18.94%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
KPLT has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 643.16M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 4.21
1Y Target Price 6.75
Price to earnings Ratio 4.21
1Y Target Price 6.75
Volume (30-day avg) 360.7K shares
Beta 1.68
52 Weeks Range 3.85 - 12.56
Updated Date 10/23/2026
52 Weeks Range 3.85 - 12.56
Updated Date 10/23/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.8

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Lease-Purchase FinancingRevenue generated from lease fees paid by customers utilizing the Katapult platform to acquire durable goods.The company earns money by charging fees for allowing customers to lease items over time, similar to a rental arrangement.
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Valuation

Trailing PE 4.21
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 661.37M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.37
Enterprise Value 661.37M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.37
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.19
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 2.91
Shares Outstanding 84.85M
Shares Floating 95.85M
Shares Outstanding 84.85M
Shares Floating 95.85M
Percent Insiders 62.37
Percent Institutions 3.9

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)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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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)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

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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