Klarna Group plc is a technology-driven payments company operating in the United Kingdom, the United States, Germany, Sweden, and other international markets. The company delivers solutions across payments, advertising, and digital retail banking. It offers the Klarna App, which serves as an all-in-one commerce platform, providing consumers with a seamless and integrated shopping experience.

• CEO Statement- As we celebrate 20 years of Klarna, we're achieving milestones I once only dreamed of: $823 million in revenue, 111 million active consumers, 790,000 merchants, and $1 million in revenue per employee. The Klarna Card is becoming a top payment method in our most established European markets, and we're now launching an upgraded version in the U.S. 

• Strategic partnerships with leading PSPs and collaborations with some of the world’s largest merchants are expanding our reach and driving growth. Meanwhile, our consumer base continues to thrive, with more customers paying on time than ever before.

• Klarna achieved its fifth consecutive quarter of operational profitability, with adjusted operating income soaring to $29 million, marking a remarkable increase of over $26 million from the previous quarter, further solidifying its strong financial performance.

• Group GMV saw a significant rise of 19% year-over-year in Q2, with June alone seeing an impressive 24% growth, showcasing Klarna’s expanding footprint and increasing consumer engagement across its platforms.

• Revenue growth experienced a notable acceleration, reaching 20% like-for-like, up from 15% in Q1, reflecting Klarna's growing strength in its core markets and its ability to adapt to changing economic conditions.

• In the U.S., Klarna's revenue surged by 38% year-over-year, driven by the addition of 202,000 new merchant partners and strategic global integrations through Stripe, which further enhanced its market presence and operational capabilities.

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