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Remitly Global Inc(RELY)

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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for RELY

09/25/2026: RELY (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Remitly Global Inc is a fast-growing digital financial services company focused on simplifying international money transfers for immigrant communities. The stock offers exposure to the migration of legacy remittance volumes to efficient mobile platforms, leveraging a trusted brand and scalable technology. While the company has seen strong revenue growth and expanded its footprint, it faces stiff competition from established incumbents and nimble digital peers, and it continues to work toward consistent GAAP profitability. Investors should monitor customer acquisition costs and the success of cross-selling efforts into other financial products. The company may suit growth-oriented investors, though it carries risks associated with high valuation volatility and market competition.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitThe company's focus on rapid market share expansion in the large global remittance market makes it attractive for those seeking high top-line growth.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock's volatility and reliance on quarterly user growth metrics make it suitable for those watching short-term technical trends.
Value investorWeak fitRemitly is currently priced based on future growth potential rather than current earnings or book value.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not pay a dividend and reinvests all cash into growth.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh volatility in the fintech sector and exposure to regulatory/economic risks make this unsuitable for low-risk portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighHigh growth, non-profitable or early-stage profitable companies often experience significant stock price swings.
Valuation riskMedium / highThe stock is valued heavily on future growth expectations, leaving little room for error in quarterly results.
Competition riskHighIntense competition from well-capitalized digital players like Wise and incumbents like Western Union limits pricing power.
Business qualityMediumWhile the platform is sticky, the remittance business itself can be commoditized over time.
Dividend incomeLow / noneNo income is returned to shareholders.
Execution riskMediumSuccessfully expanding into new corridors and financial products requires complex regulatory and technical execution.

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 12.91%
Avg. Invested days 35
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
RELY 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.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
RELY has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, strong growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+283.7%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 18.1%) are partially offset by soft profitability (net margin 4.2%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
RELY's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 62.9%). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is RELY's strongest growth driver at +283.7% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+29.4%, solid) and free-cash-flow growth (+67.2%, strong) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 88.6% and approximately 94.6% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 5.34% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 6.94%
Baillie Gifford & Co Limited. 5.85%
FMR Inc 5.07%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.56%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 3.53%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
RELY generates approximately $571 of gross profit, $50 of operating income, and $181 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong cash conversion and healthy margins support the rating, although capital efficiency remains below the highest tier.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 5.16%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
RELY has a high-quality, liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 4.48B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 14.49
1Y Target Price 32.33
Price to earnings Ratio 14.49
1Y Target Price 32.33
Volume (30-day avg) 4.0M shares
Beta 0.36
52 Weeks Range 12.08 - 27.48
Updated Date 09/25/2026
52 Weeks Range 12.08 - 27.48
Updated Date 09/25/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.46

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Remittance FeesTransaction fees charged to users for sending money internationally.The primary way the company generates revenue is through transaction-based fees on money transfers.
Foreign Exchange SpreadRevenue generated from the difference between the mid-market currency rate and the rate offered to the customer.Remitly captures a margin on currency conversion, which provides a significant portion of their net revenue.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE 14.49
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 3.64B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.48
Enterprise Value 3.64B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.48
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.01
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 16.49
Shares Outstanding 211.68M
Shares Floating 200.17M
Shares Outstanding 211.68M
Shares Floating 200.17M
Percent Insiders 5.34
Percent Institutions 88.61

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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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🛡️ Financial Safety

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 Remitly Global Inc

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquarters Seattle, WA, United States
IPO Launch date 2021-09-23
CEO & Director Mr. Sebastian J. Gunningham
Sector Technology
Industry Software - Infrastructure
Full time employees 3200
Full time employees 3200

Remitly Global, Inc., a cross-border payment company engages in the provision of digital financial services in the United States, Canada, and internationally. It offers cross-border remittances and complementary financial services through mobile application and website. Remitly Global, Inc. was incorporated in 2011 and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.