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Marqeta Inc. Class A Common Stock Earnings Recaps

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Next earnings: November 4, 2026 (estimated) · full calendar
Q2 2026 Aug 7, 2026

Shares dropped 6.7% as Marqeta's cautious outlook and signs of margin pressures overshadowed solid top-line growth, raising investor concerns about sustained profitability and future momentum.

Key takeaways
  • Total Payment Volume (TPV) grew 32% year-over-year to $120 billion, maintaining over 30% growth for the fourth consecutive quarter.
  • Gross profit increased 17%, supported by strong volume gains but potentially signaling margin pressure amid broader business investments.
  • Adjusted EBITDA rose 31%, reaching a 21% margin, though investors appear wary of margin compression risks going forward.
  • The company reported $8 million in GAAP net income, marking the second consecutive quarter of profitability, yet investors remain cautious on durability.
  • Management highlighted expanding multinational card issuing capabilities and new stablecoin-backed card offerings, but the cautious guidance and outlook tempered enthusiasm.
Q3 2025 Nov 6, 2025

Marqeta delivered impressive Q3 2025 results with total processing volume (TPV) reaching $98 billion, up 33% year-over-year, highlighting robust growth and improved profitability metrics.

Key takeaways
  • TPV accelerated for the second consecutive quarter, a notable 33% increase year-over-year, marking the highest growth rate since Q1 2024.
  • Net revenue rose 28% to $163 million, with gross profit increasing in line at $115 million, demonstrating operational efficiency.
  • Adjusted EBITDA reached $30 million, representing a 19% margin, as the company maintains cost discipline while investing in future growth.
  • Strong demand in lending solutions, especially 'Buy Now, Pay Later' use cases, contributed to accelerated TPV growth in commercial programs and partnerships.
  • Expansion of bank partnerships, including Cross River Bank and new integrations in Europe, enhances Marqeta's capabilities and market reach.