Klarna Group plc (NYSE:KLAR) Given Consensus Rating of “Moderate Buy” by Analysts

Klarna Group plc (NYSE:KLAR) has received an average recommendation of “Moderate Buy” from the twenty ratings firms that are covering the firm, MarketBeat.com reports. One analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, eight have issued a hold rating and eleven have given a buy rating to the company. The average 12 month price target among brokerages that have covered the stock in the last year is $47.0667.

A number of research analysts recently issued reports on the company. Needham & Company LLC started coverage on Klarna Group in a research report on Tuesday, September 16th. They set a “hold” rating for the company. Citigroup dropped their price objective on shares of Klarna Group from $58.00 to $45.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a report on Thursday, November 20th. BNP Paribas raised shares of Klarna Group to a “hold” rating in a research note on Monday, October 6th. BNP Paribas Exane assumed coverage on shares of Klarna Group in a research note on Monday, October 6th. They issued a “neutral” rating and a $46.00 price target on the stock. Finally, Wedbush began coverage on Klarna Group in a research report on Monday, October 6th. They set an “outperform” rating and a $50.00 price objective for the company.

Klarna Group News Roundup

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

• Negative Sentiment: New class action filed (Nayak v. Klarna) alleging securities‑law violations tied to Klarna’s September 2025 IPO; plaintiffs seek damages and name company officers as defendants. Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC Urges Klarna Group plc Investors to Act
• Negative Sentiment: Allegations highlight a reported 102% spike in Klarna’s credit‑loss provision and question whether risk‑related trends and disclosures were adequate — a point singled out by plaintiffs’ counsel. Hagens Berman: 102% Spike in Credit Loss Provision
• Negative Sentiment: Multiple plaintiff law firms (Robbins Geller; Rosen; Faruqi & Faruqi; Berger Montague; Bronstein; Howard G. Smith; Hagens Berman and others) have announced investigations, filings or investor alerts and are soliciting clients to pursue lead‑plaintiff roles — increasing the likelihood of consolidated litigation and higher legal exposure. Bronstein press release Robbins Geller alert
• Negative Sentiment: Investor‑notice/claims‑filing deadlines (lead‑plaintiff motions) have been set for February 20, 2026 — a near‑term catalyst that could accelerate legal activity and related media coverage. ClaimsFiler shareholder alert
• Negative Sentiment: Local and national media summaries and investor alerts (including AP/Bakersfield coverage) have amplified attention on the litigation and the provision spike, increasing the risk of short‑term volatility and investor selling pressure. AP / Bakersfield coverage

Klarna Group Stock Down 2.9%

Shares of NYSE KLAR opened at $29.54 on Friday. The stock has a 50-day simple moving average of $33.22. Klarna Group has a 52-week low of $27.90 and a 52-week high of $57.20. The company has a market capitalization of $21.20 billion and a PE ratio of -45.44.

Institutional Investors Weigh In On Klarna Group

Hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently modified their holdings of the stock. US Bancorp DE acquired a new position in Klarna Group during the 3rd quarter valued at about $30,000. BIT Capital GmbH bought a new position in shares of Klarna Group in the third quarter valued at approximately $37,000. Allworth Financial LP acquired a new position in shares of Klarna Group during the third quarter valued at approximately $37,000. TD Waterhouse Canada Inc. bought a new stake in Klarna Group during the third quarter worth approximately $43,000. Finally, Compagnie Lombard Odier SCmA acquired a new stake in Klarna Group in the third quarter worth approximately $42,000.

Klarna Group Company Profile

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.