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WISE plans to move its primary listing from London to the US

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UBS analyst maintained a Buy rating on Kuaishou Technology Class B yesterday and set a price target of HK$68.00.Claim 55% Off TipRanksUnlock hedge fund-level data and powerful investing tools for smarter, sharper decisions Discover top-performing stock ideas and upgrade to a portfolio of market leaders with Smart Investor Picks In a report released yesterday, DBS also maintained a Buy rating on the stock with a HK$67.00 price target.

- UBS analyst confirmed a Buy rating on Kuaishou Technology Class B with a price target of HK$68.00.  
- Similarly, DBS maintained a Buy rating with a price target of HK$67.00 in a report released on the same day.  
- Both analyses reflect confidence in the stock's performance and potential in the market.

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Goldman Sachs analyst Mohammed Moawalla has reiterated a Buy rating on Wise stock, citing the company's shift to a U.S. listing and adoption of U.S. GAAP as non-disruptive to its fundamentals. He maintains a price target of 1,400p for the UK listing and introduces a $19 target for the U.S. listing, reflecting confidence in Wise's growth prospects. Moawalla's analysis suggests that the operational outlook remains strong despite the changes, indicating potential upside for investors.

- Goldman Sachs analyst Mohammed Moawalla maintained a bullish stance on WISE stock and assigned a "buy" rating.  
- He underscores that Wise's transition of its main listing to the U.S. and adoption of U.S. GAAP does not alter his fundamental outlook, maintaining target prices of 1,400 pence for the UK and $19 for the U.S. listing.  
- Moawalla believes that Wise's operational performance and growth outlook justify the potential for upward movement at current levels.

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Analyst Reiterates Buy on Wise as U.S. Listing and GAAP Shift Leave Fundamentals Intact; Price Targets Set at 1,400p and $19

Wise executives presented their growth strategy post-Nasdaq listing, focusing on cross-border payments and expanding product offerings. CEO Kristo Käärmann highlighted customer savings of £3.3 billion in fees and rapid transaction speeds, with 75% arriving in under 20 seconds. The company aims to enhance its Wise Account and business tools, targeting larger businesses. Wise's infrastructure, with over 80 global licenses, is a competitive advantage. The Wise Platform, its fastest-growing product, allows banks to offer international payments. CFO Emmanuel Thomassin reported consistent profitability and projected 2026 revenue of $2.5 billion.

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Wise Lays Out Post-Nasdaq Growth Plan, Targets Banks With Payments Platform

Wise Group shares are trading lower amid volatility following its Nasdaq listing.

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UK fintech Wise has made its US trading debut with a Nasdaq listing under the ticker WSE, alongside a secondary listing on the London Stock Exchange. CEO Kristo Kaarmann aims to increase liquidity and expand the company's presence in the US market. Wise reported a 19% rise in net revenue to $2.5 billion for the year ending March 31, with customer holdings reaching $39 billion. The dual listing allows Wise to maintain its dual-class share structure, which provides Kaarmann with voting control. Wise is also pursuing growth through its Wise Platform business and has applied to form a US national trust bank.

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UK fintech Wise makes US trading debut with dual listing

Plans to move Wise stock market listing to US approved by High Court judge - In July last year, Wise’s co-founder, Taavet Hinrikus, described the firm’s plans as ‘inappropriate and unfair’.

Plans to move Wise stock market listing to US approved by High Court judge

Wise PLC has granted a long-term incentive award of 90,396 Class A ordinary shares to Diana Avila Gonzalez, its Global Head of Banking and Expansion. The award, reflecting the company's strategy to retain senior leadership, will vest quarterly over four years starting July 15, 2026. This move underscores Wise's commitment to executive retention as it competes in the international payments sector. Analysts rate WISE stock as a Buy with a price target of £1260.00, highlighting strong financial performance despite a high valuation.

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Wise and Revolut, two London fintechs, view U.S. stock listings as crucial for their expansion into the U.S. market. Wise plans to switch its primary listing to the U.S. by 2025, while Revolut aims for a U.S. or dual listing by 2028, seeking a U.S. banking license to enhance its operations. Both companies are focusing on product development and optimizing customer experience in the U.S. market, attracted by its liquidity and growth potential. Wise also plans to support digital assets, while Revolut is expanding its services to U.S. consumers.

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