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Klarna is expanding its financial services beyond traditional buy-now-pay-later offerings as it targets growth in the U.S.

Klarna, known for its buy-now-pay-later services, is strategically shifting to reduce credit risk and expand its footprint by pursuing a U.S. bank charter. This move aims to transform Klarna into a neobank offering broader financial products while fueling growth in new markets. Investors and customers watch as Klarna plans to release its Q2 2026 earnings soon, signaling a pivotal phase in scaling its operations beyond its initial model.