Klarna Group plc (NYSE:KLAR) Receives $47.07 Consensus PT from Analysts

Klarna Group plc (NYSE:KLAR) has been given a consensus recommendation of “Moderate Buy” by the twenty ratings firms that are presently covering the company, Marketbeat reports. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, eight have issued a hold rating and eleven have issued a buy rating on the company. The average 12-month price target among analysts that have covered the stock in the last year is $47.0667.

A number of equities analysts have recently weighed in on KLAR shares. Compass Point assumed coverage on shares of Klarna Group in a research report on Tuesday, September 16th. They set a “buy” rating and a $53.00 price target on the stock. Wall Street Zen upgraded Klarna Group from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Sunday, October 26th. BNP Paribas upgraded Klarna Group to a “hold” rating in a report on Monday, October 6th. Sanford C. Bernstein initiated coverage on Klarna Group in a research report on Monday, October 6th. They issued a “market perform” rating and a $45.00 price objective for the company. Finally, Needham & Company LLC initiated coverage on Klarna Group in a research note on Tuesday, September 16th. They set a “hold” rating for the company.

Klarna Group News Summary

Here are the key news stories impacting Klarna Group this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Klarna announced a partnership to incorporate stablecoins into its funding mix, which could diversify liquidity sources and lower short-term funding costs. Klarna Partners With Coinbase
• Positive Sentiment: Holiday-period transaction data show triple‑digit year-over-year U.S. spending growth in entertainment, experiences and automotive categories—signaling stronger consumer engagement and higher take‑rates in non‑retail verticals. Klarna Sees Triple-Digit Spending Growth
• Neutral Sentiment: Coverage also notes Klarna and payments partners embracing stablecoins (Shift4 coverage), which is strategically consistent with the Coinbase tie but still early-stage for measurable P&L impact. Klarna, Shift4 embrace stablecoins
• Negative Sentiment: Multiple securities class actions have been filed alleging omissions/misstatements in Klarna’s IPO registration and subsequent disclosures; several plaintiff firms are seeking lead-plaintiff appointments with a Feb. 20, 2026 deadline — increasing litigation risk, potential legal costs, and investor uncertainty. Rosen Law Firm Files Class Action
• Negative Sentiment: Shareholder‑rights firms (e.g., Johnson Fistel, Hagens Berman, Robbins Geller and others) have launched investigations into post‑earnings disclosures after Klarna reported a ~100%+ rise in its provision for credit losses — a core operational metric that sparked the litigation interest. Johnson Fistel Investigates
• Negative Sentiment: Reporting (Bloomberg Law) alleges the company’s loan‑modeling and risk disclosures were understated before the IPO—an allegation that, if borne out, could materially raise regulatory and remediation risks. Bloomberg Law Report

Klarna Group Stock Performance

Shares of NYSE:KLAR opened at $30.42 on Friday. The company has a 50 day moving average price of $33.44. Klarna Group has a fifty-two week low of $27.90 and a fifty-two week high of $57.20.

Institutional Investors Weigh In On Klarna Group

Several institutional investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in KLAR. US Bancorp DE bought a new position in Klarna Group during the 3rd quarter worth about $30,000. BIT Capital GmbH bought a new position in shares of Klarna Group during the third quarter worth about $37,000. Allworth Financial LP acquired a new stake in Klarna Group in the 3rd quarter valued at approximately $37,000. Compagnie Lombard Odier SCmA bought a new stake in Klarna Group in the 3rd quarter valued at approximately $42,000. Finally, TD Waterhouse Canada Inc. bought a new stake in Klarna Group in the 3rd quarter valued at approximately $43,000.

About Klarna Group

Klarna Group is a global payments provider specializing in “buy now, pay later” (BNPL) solutions for online and in-store shoppers. The company partners with merchants to offer flexible payment options, including interest-free installments and deferred payments, aiming to enhance conversion rates and customer loyalty. Klarna’s platform integrates risk assessment, fraud prevention, and a one-click checkout experience to streamline transactions for both retailers and consumers.

Through its digital wallet and mobile app, Klarna enables users to manage purchases, track spending and access exclusive shopping offers from partner merchants.