Klarna cuts revenue outlook as European retail slowdown hits
19-08-2026 09:28 via retailgazette.co.uk

Klarna cuts revenue outlook as European retail slowdown hits

Klarna has slashed its full-year revenue and sales volume forecasts as weaker consumer spending across Europe, particularly in Germany, weighs on the company.
The payments firm now expects revenue of between $4.08bn (£3.02bn) and $4.16bn for 2026, down from its previous forecast of more than $4.34bn.
Klarna also lowered its gross merchandise volume (GMV) outlook to between $149bn and $151bn, having previously expected the value of purchases made through its platform to exceed $155bn.
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