Payment Processing

Adyen’s stock plummeted by up to 20% after the payments giant issued a 2026 net revenue growth forecast of 20-22%, falling short of analyst expectations. The company cited a robust pipeline and customer cohort maturation for its outlook, while acknowledging macroeconomic uncertainties influencing market volume growth. Second-half payment volumes also missed some estimates. Despite current results being “largely okay,” the guidance may not overcome negative sentiment in the payments sector. This sharp decline underscores investor sensitivity to growth forecasts in the tech and payments industry.

Visa has successfully piloted hundreds of AI-driven transactions, marking a significant step in integrating AI agents into e-commerce. This move aligns with industry trends, as competitors like Mastercard and Amazon are also developing AI shopping tools. A Visa survey indicates nearly half of U.S. shoppers already use AI in their purchasing decisions. Visa plans to expand its AI pilot programs globally and is collaborating with over 20 partners to shape the future of intelligent commerce.

Liberis partners with Elavon (U.S. Bank subsidiary) to launch “Quick Capital,” a streamlined funding solution for U.S. small businesses. This unlocks capital access for over 275,000 Elavon merchants through a revenue-based financing program embedded within the Elavon merchant portal. Quick Capital aims to provide fast, flexible funding, leveraging Elavon’s data for quicker approvals and simplified applications. It addresses the increasing need for flexible financing due to recent revenue declines among small businesses.