Block Inc (XYZ) Is Setting Up Growth Durability and AI-Driven Efficiency [Yahoo! Finance]
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Inc (NYSE:XYZ) to $100 from $88 and reaffirmed its Buy rating on the stock. The firm based its decision on improving visibility into Block's durable growth and operating leverage. Block Inc (XYZ) Is Setting Up Growth Durability and AI-Driven Efficiency On growth outlook, BofA Securities said Block is at an inflection point. It pointed to increased monetization of transaction flows through a mix of strategies, including interchange and short-time financing yield. On operating leverage, the firm pointed to AI-driven efficiency gains following recent workforce reductions. Block decided to slash 40% of its workforce as it expands its use of intelligence tools, as it seeks to become faster and more nimble in its operations. BofA Securities noted that Block's efficiency measures bolster confidence in the sustainability of the company's 2026 guidance. Following a strong 2025, Block provided an upbeat outlook for 2026. The company expects to post a gross profit of $12.2 billion in 202
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