Shares of Pagaya Technologies Ltd. (PGY) surged 7.18% in the latest trading session, continuing the momentum from its impressive third-quarter earnings report. The company, which provides artificial intelligence infrastructure for financial ecosystems, demonstrated robust growth and profitability, prompting investors to push the stock higher.
Pagaya reported a significant turnaround in its financial performance for Q3. The company posted a profit of $22.5 million, or 23 cents per share, compared to a loss of $67.5 million, or 93 cents per share, in the same period last year. Adjusting for one-time items, earnings stood at $1.02 per share, substantially beating analyst expectations of 71 cents per share. Revenue also impressed, jumping 36% to $350.2 million, surpassing Wall Street's forecast of $338.4 million.
The strong results led Pagaya to raise its full-year guidance. The company now expects net income between $72 million and $82 million, up from its previous outlook of $55 million to $75 million. Additionally, Pagaya increased the lower end of its revenue forecast to $1.3 billion, while maintaining the upper end at $1.33 billion. CEO Gal Krubiner expressed optimism about the company's future, stating, "Our pipeline has never been stronger as lenders across asset classes recognize the unique and powerful value proposition the Pagaya network provides." The positive outlook and demonstrated growth potential have clearly resonated with investors, driving the stock's significant intraday gain.
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