PayPal Reports Solid Q3 Results, 6% Revenue Growth

In its latest financial report, PayPal disclosed robust third-quarter results for 2024. The company’s income showed a 6% increase, demonstrating its ongoing operational stability. Additionally, transaction margins saw a notable growth of 8%, amounting to $3.7 billion. These figures underscore the company’s efficiency in managing its operations.

Transaction Volume and User Base

For the third quarter, PayPal processed a total payment volume (TPV) of $422.6 billion, reflecting a 9% increase compared to the same period last year. The total number of transactions also grew by 6%, reaching 6.6 billion. These metrics indicate a strong demand for PayPal’s digital payment services. The active account base expanded by 0.9%, bringing the total to 432 million. This includes the addition of 2.6 million new accounts, illustrating the company’s success in both retaining existing users and attracting new ones.

Liquidity and Shareholder Returns

PayPal reported a strong liquidity position, with an operating cash flow of $1.6 billion and free cash flow totaling $1.4 billion. This solid financial footing enabled the company to return capital to its shareholders. During the quarter, PayPal repurchased approximately 28 million shares, valued at $1.8 billion. Over the last 12 months, the company has repurchased around 87 million shares, amounting to a total of $5.4 billion. This activity highlights PayPal’s strategic approach to capital deployment and its ongoing commitment to delivering shareholder value.

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