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Block Inc. Expects Robust Growth Following Q3 Guidance Increase
Block Inc., the parent company of Square and Cash App, has announced an increase in its guidance for adjusted operating income for the full year, fueling optimism and boosting expectations for the company's stock.
In the second quarter, the Cash App business reported a gross profit of $1.50 billion, surpassing the expected $1.42 billion. This significant growth was accompanied by an improved adjusted operating margin, which increased year-over-year from 18 to 22 percent.
The stock of Block Inc. (WKN: A143D6) jumped 10 percent in after-hours trading following the announcement of the quarterly results. This upward trend is expected to continue in the coming days and weeks, given the guidance increase.
However, adjusted earnings per share of 62 cents in the second quarter fell short of the forecast 70 cents. Despite this slight miss, analysts maintain a consensus Buy rating for Block Inc., with 55 analysts surveyed: 42% Strong Buy, 35% Buy, 18% Hold, and only small percentages recommending Sell or Strong Sell.
The average price target for 2025 is about $105.27, well above recent trading levels. Longer-term forecasts predict significant price appreciation, with Block's price expected to rise from the current mid-$60s to around $85 by the end of 2025 and cross $100 in 2026.
Inclusion in the S&P 500 in July 2025 gave a near-term boost, reflecting improved market perception. Morningstar rates Block as fairly valued at around $78, acknowledging a narrow economic moat but noting high uncertainty in long-term outcomes.
The company expects higher gross profit, with a new target range of $10.2 billion, above the previous guidance of $9.96 billion and the market expectation of $9.97 billion. For the third quarter, Block expects gross profit of $2.60 billion, above the consensus of $2.54 billion.
Investors continue to show interest in buying the stock of Block Inc., following the guidance increase. However, it is important to note that the CEO and majority shareholder of the publisher Boersenmedien AG, Mr. Bernd Foertsch, has direct and indirect positions in the financial instruments of Block Inc. that could benefit from the potential price development resulting from the publication.
In summary, following the Q3 guidance increase, the market expects Block to advance substantially, supported by strong analyst Buy ratings and forecasts projecting meaningful price gains over the next several years. The recent share price gains and S&P 500 inclusion further underpin this positive outlook.
- The guidance increase for adjusted operating income of Block Inc. has led to an increase in expectations for investor interest in the company's stock, as they UNDERSTAND the potential for robust growth.
- The company's Cash App business reported a significant YEAR-ON-YEAR growth in gross profit, emphasizing the potential for future financial INVESTING opportunities within the BUSINESS sector.
