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Payoneer Global Inc(PAYO)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
4-STAR RATING
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BUY for 76 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+33.27%
LAST CLOSE
$7.13
09/18/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for PAYO

09/18/2026: PAYO (4-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 76 days. Simulated Profits (33.27%). Updated daily EoD!

Payoneer Global Inc is a fintech company specializing in cross-border payment solutions for freelancers, SMBs, and e-commerce sellers. Its main strengths include a vast global network and deep integrations with major marketplaces, which have historically driven strong transaction volume. The company's primary growth story centers on expanding its B2B payment automation and working capital offerings to capture more value from enterprise clients. Key risks include heavy dependence on third-party marketplace traffic, significant competitive pressure from larger payment processors, and potential regulatory shifts in international markets. The stock may suit growth-oriented investors interested in the digital gig economy, though it requires monitoring for execution against competitive threats.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitThe company operates in the high-growth cross-border payments sector with significant upside potential.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum appeal depends on sustaining high revenue growth rates and positive market sentiment toward fintech.
Value investorWeak fitAs a growth-oriented fintech, the company often trades at valuations based on future prospects rather than current earnings multiples.
Dividend investorWeak fitPayoneer does not pay a dividend and reinvests capital into growth initiatives.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe stock exhibits volatility associated with the fintech sector and regulatory exposure.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock is subject to market sentiment swings common to mid-cap growth fintech stocks.
Valuation riskMedium / highMarket expectations for rapid growth can lead to significant price corrections if growth slows.
Competition risk (Digital payments)HighIntense competition from established giants and nimble startups puts pressure on margins.
Business qualityMediumThe platform is mission-critical for users but faces ongoing operational complexity.
Dividend incomeLow / noneInvestors should not expect income generation from this equity.
Execution riskMediumSuccess depends on continuously innovating and integrating services across fragmented international markets.

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 43.02%
Avg. Invested days 39
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

PAYO has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong cash generation (FCF margin 19.6%) is partially offset by negative earnings growth (-39.6%), moderate revenue growth (+7.7%), soft profitability (net margin 7.0%).

Financial Health Rating

PAYO's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (19.6% of revenue). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

Free-cash-flow growth is PAYO's strongest growth driver at +77.3% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (+7.7%, moderate) and earnings growth (-39.6%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

Institutional ownership is 90.3% and approximately 80.0% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 3.23% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 11.80%
Technology Crossover Management VIII, Ltd. 10.09%
Susquehanna Capital Management, LLC 6.06%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 4.35%
BNP Paribas Investment Partners SA 4.05%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

PAYO generates approximately $781 of gross profit, $118 of operating income, and $196 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong margins, cash conversion, and capital efficiency support the rating.

Economic Dimensions

Effective Tax Rate: 36.68%

Quantitative Style Profile

PAYO has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Small / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 2.41B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 50.79
1Y Target Price 7.4
Price to earnings Ratio 50.79
1Y Target Price 7.4
Volume (30-day avg) 3.4M shares
Beta 0.94
52 Weeks Range 4.08 - 7.18
Updated Date 09/18/2026
52 Weeks Range 4.08 - 7.18
Updated Date 09/18/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.14

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Transaction FeesFees earned from processing cross-border payments and currency conversion.The company earns money every time a user receives a payment or converts funds between currencies.
Financial ServicesInterest income on held balances and fees from card programs and capital advances.Payoneer benefits from the float on user balances and fees for added financial tools.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE 50.79
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 2.16B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.23
Enterprise Value 2.16B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.23
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.51
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.5
Shares Outstanding 338.85M
Shares Floating 271.24M
Shares Outstanding 338.85M
Shares Floating 271.24M
Percent Insiders 3.23
Percent Institutions 90.33

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Financial Metrics

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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)

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Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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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)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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About Payoneer Global Inc

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquarters New York, NY, United States
IPO Launch date 2021-06-28
CEO & Director Mr. John R. Caplan
Sector Technology
Industry Software - Infrastructure
Full time employees 2540
Full time employees 2540

Payoneer Global Inc. operates as a financial technology company. The company offers customers with a multi-currency account to serve their cross-border accounts receivable and accounts payable needs through payment infrastructure platform. It delivers a suite of services, such as funds management, working capital, multicurrency accounts, and workforce management. It also provides various payment options with minimal integration required, full back-office functions, and customer support. The company serves small and medium-sized businesses worldwide. Payoneer Global Inc. was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in New York, New York.