Klarna Group (NYSE:KLAR) Reaches New 52-Week Low – Here’s Why

Klarna Group plc (NYSE:KLAR) shares reached a new 52-week low during mid-day trading on Tuesday . The stock traded as low as $27.44 and last traded at $27.63, with a volume of 553067 shares changing hands. The stock had previously closed at $29.00.

Key Stories Impacting Klarna Group

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

• Positive Sentiment: Published bullish/valuation pieces argue there remains upside if growth and margins recover, which could support a longer‑term recovery narrative. Klarna Group (KLAR) Valuation Check After Recent Share Price Weakness
• Positive Sentiment: A separate article lays out a bull‑case thesis for KLAR, useful for investors weighing medium/longer‑term upside scenarios. Klarna Group plc (KLAR): A bull case theory
• Neutral Sentiment: Klarna’s CEO publicly commented on industry regulation and supports a cap on credit costs, a stance that may reassure some regulators/customers but could signal tougher regulatory constraints for BNPL margins. ‘BROKEN SYSTEM’: Trump is ‘WISE’ to rein this industry in, says Klarna CEO
• Negative Sentiment: Berger Montague notifies IPO investors of a class action covering Sept. 7–Dec. 22, 2025 and sets a Feb. 20, 2026 deadline to seek lead‑plaintiff status—heightening near‑term legal risk. INVESTOR REMINDER: Berger Montague Notifies Klarna Group PLC (KLAR) Investors of a Class Action Lawsuit and Deadline
• Negative Sentiment: Hagens Berman is investigating and reminding investors of the Feb. 20 lead‑plaintiff deadline in a securities class action alleging misstatements in the IPO. KLAR INVESTOR ALERT: Klarna Group plc Investors with Substantial Losses Have Opportunity to Lead the Klarna Class Action Lawsuit
• Negative Sentiment: Rosen Law Firm urges IPO purchasers to secure counsel before the Feb. 20 deadline in the securities class action first filed by the firm. ROSEN, NATIONAL INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Klarna Group plc Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action First Filed by the Firm – KLAR
• Negative Sentiment: Multiple other firms (Far uqi & Faruqi, Portnoy Law, DJS Law Group, Schall Law Firm) have announced investigations or filed claims tied to the IPO, reinforcing legal overhang and potential future liability. (Examples below.) SHAREHOLDER ACTION REMINDER: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Reminds Klarna (KLAR) Investors of Pending Class Action Lawsuit Portnoy Law Firm Announces Class Action on Behalf of Klarna Group plc Investors Klarna Group plc Sued for Securities Law Violations – Contact the DJS Law Group to Discuss Your Rights – KLAR KLAR Investors Have Opportunity to Lead Klarna Group plc Securities Fraud Lawsuit with the Schall Law Firm

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth

Several research firms have recently commented on KLAR. BNP Paribas Exane initiated coverage on shares of Klarna Group in a research note on Monday, October 6th. They set a “neutral” rating and a $46.00 price objective for the company. Bank of America reduced their target price on Klarna Group from $51.00 to $46.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a research note on Tuesday, November 18th. The Goldman Sachs Group assumed coverage on Klarna Group in a research note on Monday, October 6th. They set a “buy” rating and a $55.00 price target on the stock. Wells Fargo & Company began coverage on Klarna Group in a report on Wednesday, October 22nd. They issued an “overweight” rating and a $45.00 price objective on the stock. Finally, Weiss Ratings reaffirmed a “sell (e+)” rating on shares of Klarna Group in a report on Monday, December 29th. Eleven analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, eight have given a Hold rating and one has issued a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the company presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $46.60.

Klarna Group Price Performance

The business’s fifty day simple moving average is $30.82. The firm has a market capitalization of $19.80 billion and a P/E ratio of -42.49.

Institutional Inflows and Outflows

Several institutional investors have recently bought and sold shares of the stock. Robeco Institutional Asset Management B.V. purchased a new stake in Klarna Group in the 3rd quarter worth approximately $2,199,000. SG Americas Securities LLC acquired a new position in shares of Klarna Group in the 3rd quarter valued at $868,000. Walmart Inc. purchased a new stake in Klarna Group during the third quarter worth $87,960,000. Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Group Inc. purchased a new stake in Klarna Group during the third quarter worth $19,406,000. Finally, Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services LLC acquired a new stake in Klarna Group during the third quarter valued at $295,000.

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.