PayPal beats forecasts, expands PYUSD, raises guidance
6.6 Investments PayPal beat Q2 2026 forecasts, raised guidance, and expanded PYUSD to 70 markets, driving stock gains.
PayPal surpassed expectations in the second quarter of 2026, posting adjusted earnings per share of $1.38, above the estimated $1.28. Revenue reached $8.68 billion, exceeding the forecasted $8.47 billion. Total payment volume climbed to $486.4 billion, marking a 10% year-over-year increase, while the active user base grew to 439 million. The company raised its adjusted earnings per share guidance for 2026 to $5.38. PayPal also emphasized the global expansion of its stablecoin, PYUSD, now available in 70 markets and offering 4% annual rewards to eligible holders. Additionally, PayPal recorded a non-GAAP adjustment of $81 million related to strategic investments and crypto assets. These strong results boosted the stock price and highlight progress in internal restructuring and digital innovation.
