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Affirm CEO says 'the American consumer is unbelievably resilient'

Affirm CEO Max Levchin said consumer sentiment remains strong, calling the American consumer "unbelievably resilient."

Affirm CEO says 'the American consumer is unbelievably resilient'

TL;DR

  • Affirm exceeded quarterly expectations with a 35% rise in gross merchandise volume and a 33% increase in revenue.
  • The company raised its full-year financial forecast.
  • CEO Max Levchin described American consumers as resilient, actively shopping and meeting financial obligations.
  • Spending trends are healthy across travel, ticketing, and home goods categories.
  • Affirm has not seen signs of declining consumer spending activity or credit quality.