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Sezzle Inc.(SEZL)

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EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
3-STAR RATING
STRONG BUY
BUY for 14 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+14.78% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$149.43
11/06/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for SEZL

11/06/2026: SEZL (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 14 days. Simulated Profits (14.78%). Updated daily EoD!

Sezzle Inc. is a financial technology company specializing in Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services, primarily serving e-commerce merchants and their customers. The company has a notable position in the fintech space, leveraging strong merchant partnerships and a focus on underbanked consumers to drive transaction growth. Its shift toward profitability and the launch of subscription-based revenue streams mark a significant evolution in its business maturity. However, Sezzle faces intense competition from larger players and must navigate regulatory risks associated with consumer lending. Investors should monitor credit performance trends and the company’s ability to scale efficiently in a high-interest rate environment.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company operates in a high-growth sector but faces significant competitive and macroeconomic headwinds.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveMomentum investors may find opportunity during periods of strong price action and positive earnings sentiment.
Value investorWeak fitThe company's valuation is often driven by growth expectations rather than traditional earnings multiples.
Dividend investorWeak fitSezzle does not pay a dividend, making it unsuitable for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe volatility inherent in fintech and consumer credit makes this unsuitable for low-risk strategies.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock exhibits significant daily price fluctuations common in the speculative fintech sector.
Valuation riskMedium / highMarket sentiment heavily influences valuation, which may decouple from fundamental performance.
Competition risk (Digital payments)HighLarge incumbents with superior capital access can aggressively outspend Sezzle.
Business qualityMediumThe business model is functional but requires constant capital and rigorous risk management.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThere is no dividend income to provide a buffer against stock price declines.
Execution riskMedium / highScaling while maintaining strict credit underwriting is a difficult operational balance.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

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

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 1700.89%
Avg. Invested days 34
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
SEZL has strong overall fundamentals (5 stars), with solid financial health, strong growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+69.5%) supports the fundamentals score.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
SEZL's financial health is supported by strong liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 65.5%). Operating efficiency is solid (4 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is SEZL's strongest growth driver at +410.3% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+66.1%, strong) and earnings growth (+69.5%, strong) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 45.2% and approximately 56.4% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 46.62% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 7.53%
Divisadero Street Capital Management, LP 4.88%
Accredited Investors Inc 2.39%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 2.25%
State Street Corp 1.95%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
SEZL generates approximately $854 of gross profit, $393 of operating income, and $463 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: 18.27%

Quantitative Style Profile

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

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Quality TiltHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 5.05B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 28.79
1Y Target Price 178.5
Price to earnings Ratio 28.79
1Y Target Price 178.5
Volume (30-day avg) 565.6K shares
Beta 6.6
52 Weeks Range 49.50 - 195.71
Updated Date 11/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 49.50 - 195.71
Updated Date 11/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 5.19

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Merchant FeesTransaction-based fees charged to retailers for offering the Sezzle payment option.This is the primary engine of revenue, scaling as the value of goods purchased through Sezzle increases.
Subscription ServicesRecurring fees from the Sezzle Premium subscription product.Provides a more predictable, recurring revenue stream compared to transaction-based income.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-11-04
When After Market
Estimate 1.28
Actual 1.37

Profitability

Profit Margin 31.39%
Operating Margin (TTM) 61.21%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 51.44%
Return on Equity (TTM) 84.34%

Valuation

Trailing PE 28.79
Forward PE 23.09
Enterprise Value 5.08B
Price to Sales(TTM) 8.68
Enterprise Value 5.08B
Price to Sales(TTM) 8.68
Enterprise Value to Revenue 8.74
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 21.85
Shares Outstanding 33.78M
Shares Floating 19.05M
Shares Outstanding 33.78M
Shares Floating 19.05M
Percent Insiders 46.62
Percent Institutions 45.15

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

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)

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)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

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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