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Affirm’s Solid Q4 Performance and Optimistic FY25 Guidance: A Mixed Outlook Amidst Fierce Competition

byLuca Blaumann
August 29, 2024
in Credit Services, Financial Services, Mid-Cap
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Affirm Exceeds Expectations with Strong GMV Growth and Positive Fiscal 2025 Guidance, But Faces Challenges in the Competitive BNPL Market

Affirm Holdings (AFRM), a leading player in the “Buy Now, Pay Later” (BNPL) sector, recently reported a robust performance for its fiscal fourth quarter, along with an optimistic outlook for fiscal year 2025. The company exceeded market expectations with stronger-than-anticipated Gross Merchandise Volume (GMV) growth and revenue less transaction costs (RLTC). Despite the solid results and a promising guidance that includes achieving GAAP profitability by the end of fiscal 2025, the outlook remains mixed due to the competitive landscape and inherent challenges in the BNPL market.

Strong Quarterly Performance

Affirm’s recent quarter showcased solid financial performance across several key metrics. The company reported better-than-expected GMV growth, which was driven by an increase in interest income, merchant network revenue, and gains from the sale of assets. Notably, $30 million of RLTC was attributed to a single securitization transaction, which the company considered a one-time event. This strong performance was underpinned by a stabilization in funding market conditions, which allowed Affirm to fully absorb the rise in benchmark interest rates—a significant factor given the current economic climate.

On the credit front, Affirm’s performance remained stable. While there was a modest increase in 30+ day delinquencies (excluding Pay in 4 and Peloton products) and a slight sequential rise in net charge-offs, both metrics were better than forecasted. This stability in credit quality has been crucial for Affirm as it navigates the challenges of a highly competitive BNPL market.

Optimistic Fiscal 2025 Guidance

Looking ahead, Affirm provided an encouraging outlook for fiscal 2025, with guidance that surpassed analysts’ expectations. The company projects GMV to exceed $33.5 billion, slightly below prior forecasts but still indicative of robust growth. Affirm also expects revenue to be at least 10 basis points higher than fiscal 2024 as a percentage of GMV, reflecting better-than-anticipated financial health.

One of the most significant aspects of the guidance is the expected improvement in profitability. Affirm now anticipates achieving operating income profitability on a GAAP basis by the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025, a considerable improvement from earlier projections that placed profitability further out in fiscal 2027. This accelerated timeline is attributed to declining expenses associated with the amortization of warrants granted to an enterprise partner, as well as an assumption of lower interest rates based on the forward curve indicating potential rate cuts in fiscal 2025.

However, it is important to note that several of Affirm’s recent strategic initiatives, including the Affirm Money Account, the B2B product, the Apple Pay wallet partnership, and the UK expansion, are not expected to contribute meaningfully to fiscal 2025’s performance. This suggests that while the company is laying the groundwork for future growth, these initiatives will take time to materialize in terms of revenue impact.

Challenges in the BNPL Market

Despite the strong quarterly results and positive guidance, the report also highlights several challenges that Affirm faces in the increasingly competitive BNPL space. The company is currently rated as “Underperform” by some analysts, primarily due to concerns about valuation and competitive pressures. Affirm is being evaluated against other consumer finance balance sheet lenders, and there is a belief that it should be valued more in line with these traditional players.

The competition in the BNPL sector remains fierce, with traditional consumer finance companies and tech giants like Apple and Walmart offering their own point-of-sale and post-sale installment lending products. Apple Pay and Walmart’s One are particularly noteworthy competitors that could erode Affirm’s market share if they continue to gain traction among consumers.

Additionally, there are concerns about the potential pressure on margins, especially if the economy enters a recession. Rising Net Charge-Offs (NCOs) could be a significant headwind for Affirm, although NCOs have performed better than expected in recent periods. The macroeconomic environment, particularly interest rate fluctuations and consumer credit trends, will play a crucial role in shaping Affirm’s financial performance moving forward.

Estimate Revisions and Analyst Recommendations

In light of the stronger-than-expected performance and improved guidance, some analysts have raised their earnings per share (EPS) estimates for fiscal 2025 and 2026. The revised estimates reflect higher overall revenue assumptions, with fiscal 2025 EPS now expected to be -$0.60, up from a previous estimate of -$1.70. Similarly, the fiscal 2026 EPS estimate has been raised to $0.80 from -$0.30.

However, despite these upward revisions, the “Underperform” rating remains. The rationale behind this rating includes concerns about Affirm’s valuation, given its position relative to other consumer finance companies. Additionally, the competitive dynamics within the BNPL market and the potential for margin compression in a challenging economic environment are key factors contributing to the cautious outlook.

Affirm’s latest financial results and fiscal 2025 guidance paint a picture of a company that is performing well despite the challenges it faces. The solid quarterly performance, coupled with an optimistic outlook that includes the prospect of achieving GAAP profitability by the end of fiscal 2025, is a positive signal for investors. However, the competitive pressures and valuation concerns cannot be ignored.

As Affirm continues to navigate the evolving landscape of the BNPL market, its ability to maintain credit quality, manage costs, and compete effectively against traditional and new entrants will be critical to its long-term success. For now, while the company’s immediate prospects appear bright, a cautious approach may be warranted given the uncertainties that lie ahead.

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