NASDAQ:PYPL
PayPal Holdings Inc. (PYPL)
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Technical Analysis 
Aug 18, 2026, 12:00 amThis summary was created by AI, based on 8 opinions in the last 12 months.
PayPal Holdings Inc. (PYPL) has seen mixed reviews from experts, particularly after a notable increase of 32.5% in July due to a potential takeover interest from a private fintech firm, although its future remains uncertain. Many analysts describe the stock as a 'value trap' and suggest better tech investment opportunities, however, some see upside potential with a possible recovery to the $60-70 range. Growth concerns are prevalent, with the company lagging behind competitors in adopting new technologies and experiencing a significant drop in margins from over 70% a decade ago to around 50% now. With increasing competition from peers like Apple Pay and Google Pay, PayPal's rates are considered high, prompting some analysts to recommend focusing on established financial infrastructure rather than PYPL itself.
He likes this company and chart. The 4-year chart shows a base, then break out. One of the best tech charts, because it's not overdone. The company is making strides in getting its business into different venues.
Keith RichardsHe called up a five year chart to look at the bigger picture pattern. He likes the cup formation with a trend down and then trending up but not aggressively. The lows and highs are getting higher. It is not overbought. There are enough fundamentals that the stock could do well.
Buy 27 Hold 25 Sell 2
Keith Richards
A year ago, the stock was very out of favour and losing market share. But they have restructured to impress the market. In recent days has taken some profits. It still has growth constraints.
John Zechner
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Premium contentOur PAST TOP PICK with PYPL has triggered its stop at $58. To remain disciplined, we recommend covering the position at this time. When combined with our previous recommendations, this will result in a net investment loss of 2%.
Premium contentWe reiterate PYPL, who serves 35 million online merchants, as a TOP PICK. Operating income grew 15% over the quarter supported by widening margins. We like that cash reserves are growing, while shares are aggressively bought back and debt is reduced. It trades at 15x earnings, 3x book and supports a 21% ROE. We continue to recommend a stop at $58, looking to achieve $76 -- upside potential of 24%. Yield 0%
(Analysts’ price target is $76.54)Owns shares, and expecting further growth. New management team will lead the company into better times. Competition from Apple not a concern, but believes technology is still relevant.
John ZechnerPremium contentWe again reiterate PYPL as a TOP PICK, but continue to recommend a tight stop at $58. We like that cash reserves are growing, while debt is aggressively retired and shares bought back. It trades at 15x earnings -- about 50% lower than the five year average PE -- and supports a 21% ROE. Market analysts like the changes being made incorporating AI, so we will see if the market agrees. We look for upside towards $71 -- potential gain of 18%. Yield 0%
(Analysts’ price target is $71.33)
He shouldn't have bought value in the tech sector. There are other pay platforms coming out now. However it has done some re-structuring with new management, has massive cash flow with a clean balance sheet. Trades at 11 X forward earnings.
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A fine CEO. Buy some shares now, and if it declines before February, buy more.