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Taylor Lauber, Shift4 Payments CEO, joins 'Closing Bell Overtime' to talk taking over the position, its latest client acquisition, consumers, and more.

Shift4 Payments' stock has dropped over 15% since December 2024, but I now consider it a buy due to growth prospects and valuation. The recent acquisition of Global Blue is controversial, but I believe it will ultimately benefit Shift4 despite increased leverage and market concerns. Q4 2024 earnings showed strong growth in e2e payment volume and significant increases in net income and free cash flow, despite conservative 2025 guidance.

Shift4 Payments has dropped to $86 from around $100 since the last time I covered the stock, making it an attractive buy due to its attractive valuation and improving profitability. The company's software-plus-payments strategy strengthens its competitive edge by increasing switching costs and cross-selling potential. Recent improvements in return on equity and global expansion through Global Blue further enhance Shift4 Payments' growth prospects.

CENTER VALLEY, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $FOUR--Shift4 (NYSE:FOUR), the global leader in integrated payments & commerce technology, today announced the expansion of their partnership with Great Wolf Resorts, North America's largest family of indoor water park resorts, to power payment systems across all 22 U.S. Great Wolf Lodge resort locations. Great Wolf Resorts utilizes Shift4's end-to-end payment ecosystem, delivering its large-scale resorts with a comprehensive suite of commerce technologies. Thi.

On March 13, the S&P 500 finished the day down 10% from its previous all-time high. This officially pushed the stock market into what's known as "correction" territory, even if this is a misnomer.

Many fintech names are seeing sharper declines than the broader market. Companies tied to consumer and small business spending, like Shift4 and Toast, have been hit hard as President Trump's economic policy raises concerns about consumer strength.

Shares in 4imprint Group Plc (AQSE:FOUR) tumbled 19% after the promotional products company warned that economic uncertainty and potential tariffs could continue to weigh on demand after a subdued start to 2025. The 2024 results were solid.

Shift4 has made a capital investment in Lunchbox, selecting the technology solution provider as the enterprise partner for its SkyTab POS solution. The news comes alongside Lunchbox's appointment of James Walker as its new CEO.

CENTER VALLEY, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $FOUR--Shift4 (NYSE: FOUR), the leader in integrated payments and commerce technology, today announced a comprehensive partnership with Alterra Mountain Company, the operator of 19 premier mountain destinations. Shift4 will power all payments across all of Alterra's properties, streamlining transactions for hotels, restaurants, lift ticket sales, and the company's Ikon Pass online sales. Alterra Mountain Company is world-renowned for its portfolio of mountain desti.

Payments company Shift4 acquired tax-free shopping provider Global Blue in a deal that represents about $2.5 billion in enterprise value. Pennsylvania-based Shift4 gets access to Global Blue's tax refund and currency conversion technology, which allows luxury and premium retailers around the world to offer tax-free shopping, according to a Tuesday (Feb. 19) press release.