Investors Purchase Large Volume of Klarna Group Call Options (NYSE:KLAR)

Klarna Group plc (NYSE:KLAR) was the target of unusually large options trading on Tuesday. Traders purchased 64,250 call options on the stock. This represents an increase of 1,251% compared to the typical daily volume of 4,756 call options.

Klarna Group Price Performance

NYSE:KLAR traded up $1.14 during trading hours on Tuesday, reaching $19.25. 4,138,391 shares of the company traded hands, compared to its average volume of 3,163,552. Klarna Group has a 1 year low of $17.74 and a 1 year high of $57.20. The firm has a market capitalization of $13.82 billion and a PE ratio of -29.62. The firm has a 50-day moving average price of $27.26.

Key Stories Impacting Klarna Group

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

• Positive Sentiment: Unusually large call buying suggests short‑term bullish/speculative interest — investors bought roughly 64,250 call options today (a ~1,251% jump vs. average call volume), which can amplify intraday upside and raises trading volatility.
• Positive Sentiment: Product expansion: Klarna launched on Google Pay in the U.K., which could help checkout usage, GMV and merchant reach in an important market. Klarna Launches on Google Pay in the UK
• Neutral Sentiment: Q4 preview: Analysts expect ~18.5% revenue growth and GMV near $38B ahead of upcoming earnings — results may be a catalyst in either direction depending on receivables quality and margins. Klarna Set to Report Q4 Earnings: Key Factors Investors Should Watch
• Neutral Sentiment: Workforce/AI strategy: CEO said headcount could fall from ~3,000 to below 2,000 by 2030 as Klarna leans on AI and hiring slowdowns — this signals potential long‑term margin improvement but execution and public perception risks remain. Klarna has 3,000 employees. The CEO says he expects that to be down to less than 2,000 employees by 2030.
• Neutral Sentiment: Analyst/media re‑rating: Coverage asking whether KLAR is worth a look after a recent ~38% slide could attract value‑oriented buyers or more short‑term traders; outcome depends on upcoming results and legal developments. Is Klarna Group (KLAR) Shares Worth Another Look After Recent 38% Slide?
• Negative Sentiment: Legal risk: Multiple law firms have filed or are soliciting IPO‑related securities class actions alleging misstatements in Klarna’s registration statement; many firms (Rosen, Pomerantz, Hagens Berman, Frank R. Cruz, Bernstein Liebhard, Schall, DJS, Bragar Eagel & Squire, others) are seeking lead plaintiffs with a Feb. 20, 2026 deadline — this cluster increases litigation uncertainty, potential remediation/settlement exposure and headline risk. Representative notices: Deadline Soon: Klarna Group plc Shareholders Urged to Contact The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz KLARNA DEADLINE: ROSEN, THE FIRST FILING FIRM Klarna Group plc Sued for Securities Law Violations – DJS Law Group

Hedge Funds Weigh In On Klarna Group

A number of hedge funds have recently bought and sold shares of the business. Global Retirement Partners LLC lifted its holdings in shares of Klarna Group by 800.0% during the 4th quarter. Global Retirement Partners LLC now owns 900 shares of the company’s stock valued at $26,000 after buying an additional 800 shares during the period. Leonteq Securities AG bought a new position in shares of Klarna Group in the fourth quarter worth about $29,000. US Bancorp DE bought a new position in shares of Klarna Group during the 3rd quarter valued at approximately $30,000. BIT Capital GmbH bought a new stake in shares of Klarna Group during the 3rd quarter valued at $37,000. Finally, Allworth Financial LP bought a new position in Klarna Group in the 3rd quarter worth $37,000.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

Several brokerages have weighed in on KLAR. Bank of America dropped their price target on shares of Klarna Group from $51.00 to $46.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a research report on Tuesday, November 18th. JPMorgan Chase & Co. cut their target price on Klarna Group from $50.00 to $45.00 and set an “overweight” rating on the stock in a research note on Wednesday, November 19th. Wall Street Zen upgraded Klarna Group from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Saturday, January 31st. Morgan Stanley reduced their target price on Klarna Group from $43.00 to $39.00 and set an “equal weight” rating on the stock in a research note on Wednesday, November 19th. Finally, Keefe, Bruyette & Woods decreased their price objective on shares of Klarna Group from $52.00 to $45.00 and set an “outperform” rating for the company in a report on Friday, January 2nd. Eleven investment analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, six have assigned a Hold rating and one has assigned a Sell rating to the company. According to MarketBeat.com, Klarna Group currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $46.60.

About Klarna Group

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.