Stock Track | Block Inc. Shares Plummet 8% on Q3 Revenue Disappointment and Regulatory Worries

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Shares of Block Inc. (SQ), the fintech giant behind payment platforms Square and Cash App, took a significant hit on Wednesday, plunging 8.05% amid investor concerns over its lackluster third-quarter revenue and heightened regulatory scrutiny.

The company's Q3 revenue of $5.98 billion fell short of Wall Street's expectations of $6.24 billion, a disappointing performance that triggered a sell-off in the stock. Analysts cited the revenue miss as a major factor contributing to the sharp decline in Block's share price.

Adding to the pressure, Block is facing increased regulatory scrutiny across various fronts, including compliance with evolving data privacy laws, potential litigation and investigations related to its diverse product lines, and growing concerns over its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. These regulatory risks and mounting compliance costs have raised concerns among investors, further exacerbating the stock's decline.

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