StoneCo (STNE) Stock Overview
Provides financial technology and software solutions to merchants and integrated partners to conduct electronic commerce across in-store, online, and mobile channels in Brazil. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 5/6 |
| Future Growth | 1/6 |
| Past Performance | 5/6 |
| Financial Health | 3/6 |
| Dividends | 2/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$10.40 |
| 52 Week High | US$19.95 |
| 52 Week Low | US$9.45 |
| Beta | 1.59 |
| 1 Month Change | -3.44% |
| 3 Month Change | -26.19% |
| 1 Year Change | -21.51% |
| 3 Year Change | -21.51% |
| 5 Year Change | -83.74% |
| Change since IPO | -66.83% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Jun 06
STNE: Credit Expansion And Rising Competition Will Shape Future Risk Reward Balance
StoneCo's updated analyst price target has been cut in line with recent Street moves, with several firms trimming targets into a roughly mid to high teens dollar range as analysts factor in softer volume trends, competitive pressure on take rates, and recent mixed quarterly results. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on StoneCo highlight a clear shift toward more cautious positioning, with several bearish analysts cutting price targets and flagging risks around volumes, pricing power, and credit performance.Seeking Alpha • May 25
StoneCo: Fear Is Creating A Massive Valuation Disconnect
Summary StoneCo is reaffirmed as a Strong Buy, with robust fundamentals and a compelling valuation despite recent macro headwinds. STNE's capital ratio reduction to 17% unlocks capital for growth and buybacks, supporting a projected 30% shareholder yield in 2026. Macroeconomic risks, especially from the Iran conflict and elevated Selic rates, may pressure near-term earnings but do not undermine long-term growth prospects. Intrinsic value highlights significant upside versus the current levels, with the market demanding an excessive margin of safety that doesn't seem justified, even as Iran's risks are rising. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaRecent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 06
STNE: Credit Expansion And Rising Competition Will Shape Future Risk Reward Balance
StoneCo's updated analyst price target has been cut in line with recent Street moves, with several firms trimming targets into a roughly mid to high teens dollar range as analysts factor in softer volume trends, competitive pressure on take rates, and recent mixed quarterly results. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on StoneCo highlight a clear shift toward more cautious positioning, with several bearish analysts cutting price targets and flagging risks around volumes, pricing power, and credit performance.Seeking Alpha • May 25
StoneCo: Fear Is Creating A Massive Valuation Disconnect
Summary StoneCo is reaffirmed as a Strong Buy, with robust fundamentals and a compelling valuation despite recent macro headwinds. STNE's capital ratio reduction to 17% unlocks capital for growth and buybacks, supporting a projected 30% shareholder yield in 2026. Macroeconomic risks, especially from the Iran conflict and elevated Selic rates, may pressure near-term earnings but do not undermine long-term growth prospects. Intrinsic value highlights significant upside versus the current levels, with the market demanding an excessive margin of safety that doesn't seem justified, even as Iran's risks are rising. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • May 03
STNE: Cautious Ratings And New Credit Entrants Will Shape Future Risk Reward
Analysts have trimmed their StoneCo price targets by roughly $1 to reflect slightly lower fair value estimates and future P/E assumptions, while still indicating steady expectations for revenue growth and profit margins. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on StoneCo point to a more cautious tone, even as price target changes have been relatively modest in dollar terms.Narrative Update • Apr 19
STNE: Competitive Credit Threats Will Weigh On Future Risk Reward Profile
StoneCo's updated analyst price target reflects a modest fair value shift to $13.61, with analysts citing revised expectations for revenue growth and profit margins, as well as a higher assumed future P/E multiple, as key drivers of the change. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on StoneCo shows a mix of views, with some firms maintaining a supportive stance and others turning more cautious on the stock's risk and reward trade off.
Narrative Update • Apr 04
STNE: Excess Capital Returns Will Support Confidence Through 2026 Leadership Change
Analysts have trimmed the StoneCo fair value estimate from $25.73 to $23.17, reflecting slightly higher discount rate assumptions, modest tweaks to long term revenue growth and margin expectations, and updated future P/E inputs following recent price target cuts and mixed views around the CEO transition. Analyst Commentary Recent research on StoneCo shows a divided but active analyst community, with several price target revisions and rating changes clustered around the announced CEO transition and updated capital allocation outlook.Narrative Update • Mar 21
STNE: Excess Capital Returns Will Underpin Confidence Through 2026 Leadership Transition
StoneCo's refreshed analyst price target edges higher as fair value assumptions move from $25.38 to $25.73, with analysts citing updated views on revenue growth, profit margins, a lower discount rate, and recent mixed but generally constructive research commentary around valuation and capital flexibility. Analyst Commentary Recent research on StoneCo highlights a mix of cautious adjustments and constructive views as analysts reassess fair value in light of new information on management, capital allocation, and perceived risk.Narrative Update • Mar 07
STNE: CEO Transition And Capital Returns Will Shape Balanced Future Risk Reward
Analysts have trimmed their StoneCo price targets by a few dollars, reflecting updated views on lower profit margins and a higher future P/E multiple. They still factor in solid revenue growth and point to the stock's valuation and capital return potential after the upcoming CEO transition.Narrative Update • Feb 21
STNE: Leadership Turnover And Mixed Research Will Constrain Future Risk Reward
Analysts have modestly raised their StoneCo fair value estimate to about $13.37 per share. This reflects updated views on slightly higher revenue growth, firmer profit margins, and a somewhat higher future P/E multiple in light of mixed recent research that includes both fresh bullish coverage and lower price targets from other firms.Narrative Update • Feb 06
STNE: Leadership Turnover And Buybacks Will Pressure Future Risk Reward
Analysts have trimmed their StoneCo price targets, with the implied fair value shifting from about $16.05 to $13.00. They cite more cautious views reflected in recent target cuts and rating changes, even as updated assumptions point to higher revenue growth, stronger profit margins and a lower future P/E multiple.Narrative Update • Jan 23
STNE: Excess Capital Returns Will Support Confidence Through 2026 Leadership Change
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for StoneCo from US$23.25 to about US$25.38, citing updated assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E, along with views that the company remains attractively valued with significant excess capital that could support up to R$6b in dividends and buybacks over the next 12 months. Analyst Commentary Recent research has focused on leadership changes at StoneCo and the implications for valuation and capital returns.Narrative Update • Jan 09
STNE: Leadership Transition And Excess Capital Returns Will Shape Future Risk Reward
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for StoneCo to $16.05 from $15.52. They cite updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins, future P/E and capital allocation following recent commentary that the stock remains attractively valued with significant excess capital.Narrative Update • Dec 23
STNE Future Profitability And Legal Settlement Will Shape Risk Reward Balance
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for StoneCo to approximately $15.52 from about $14.33, citing expectations for stronger profitability and a modestly higher valuation multiple, despite more conservative revenue growth assumptions. Analyst Commentary While the latest fair value revision reflects improving profitability, some bearish analysts remain cautious on StoneCo, emphasizing that the path to sustained earnings growth is still uncertain.
Narrative Update • Dec 09
STNE: Future Buybacks Will Signal Confidence And Support Earnings Upside
Analysts have slightly trimmed their price target on StoneCo to approximately $20.29 from about $20.54, citing a modestly higher required discount rate that more than offsets small upgrades to long term revenue growth, profitability, and valuation multiples. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts remain constructive on StoneCo, highlighting that, even with a slightly higher discount rate, the stock screens as attractively valued relative to its long term growth and margin expansion prospects.Narrative Update • Nov 25
STNE: Future Buybacks And Earnings Momentum Will Drive Shareholder Value
StoneCo’s analyst price target has been lifted from $15 to a range of $20 to $25 per share, reflecting improved earnings estimates and analyst confidence in the company’s ongoing capital returns to shareholders. Analyst Commentary Analysts covering StoneCo have recently adjusted their price targets significantly higher, reflecting growing optimism about the company's fundamentals and outlook.Narrative Update • Nov 10
STNE: Future Buybacks And Capital Generation Will Drive Shareholder Returns
StoneCo's analyst price target has been raised significantly, climbing from $15 to $25. Analysts point to strong capital generation, robust buybacks, and updated earnings forecasts in their revised outlook.Narrative Update • Oct 27
Shareholder Returns and Capital Generation Will Drive Brazil Market Opportunity Forward
StoneCo's analyst price target has been raised from $15 to $25. Analysts cite ongoing strong capital generation and shareholder returns through buybacks as key factors supporting improved earnings forecasts.Narrative Update • Oct 13
Digital Payments And Financial Inclusion Will Unlock Brazil Market Potential
StoneCo's analyst price target has been raised from $15 to $25, as analysts cite ongoing capital generation, planned shareholder buybacks, and updated earnings estimates as key drivers for the upward revision. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst activity on StoneCo reflects a largely positive outlook, with several firms raising their price targets and maintaining Buy ratings.Narrative Update • Sep 29
Digital Payments And Financial Inclusion Will Unlock Brazil Market Potential
The upward revision in StoneCo’s price target primarily reflects a lower discount rate, which more than offsets slightly reduced revenue growth expectations, resulting in a new consensus fair value estimate of $19.06. What's in the News Raised 2025 gross profit guidance to over BRL 6.3 billion, implying 14.5%+ year-over-year growth.Analysis Article • Sep 19
Even With A 28% Surge, Cautious Investors Are Not Rewarding StoneCo Ltd.'s (NASDAQ:STNE) Performance Completely
The StoneCo Ltd. ( NASDAQ:STNE ) share price has done very well over the last month, posting an excellent gain of 28...Narrative Update • Sep 14
Digital Payments And Financial Inclusion Will Unlock Brazil Market Potential
The increase in StoneCo’s consensus price target reflects a sharply lower future P/E ratio, indicating improved earnings expectations, while a modest decline in the discount rate further supports a higher fair value, now at $17.64. What's in the News StoneCo raised 2025 earnings guidance, now projecting over 14.5% gross profit growth and updating EPS growth from 18% to 32%, driven by share buybacks and stronger net income.Narrative Update • Aug 30
Digital Payments And Financial Inclusion Will Unlock Brazil Market Potential
Despite a modest decline in consensus revenue growth forecasts, StoneCo's significantly lower future P/E implies improved expected profitability, supporting an upward revision in the consensus analyst price target from $16.43 to $16.94. What's in the News StoneCo raised full-year 2025 guidance, now expecting gross profit growth above 14.5% and gross profit to exceed BRL 6.3 billion.Analysis Article • Jul 10
Even With A 26% Surge, Cautious Investors Are Not Rewarding StoneCo Ltd.'s (NASDAQ:STNE) Performance Completely
StoneCo Ltd. ( NASDAQ:STNE ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 26% gain in the last month alone. The...Analysis Article • May 10
StoneCo Ltd. (NASDAQ:STNE) First-Quarter Results: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting For This Year
StoneCo Ltd. ( NASDAQ:STNE ) last week reported its latest quarterly results, which makes it a good time for investors...Analysis Article • Apr 27
The Market Lifts StoneCo Ltd. (NASDAQ:STNE) Shares 25% But It Can Do More
StoneCo Ltd. ( NASDAQ:STNE ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 25% gain in the last month alone...Seeking Alpha • Apr 14
StoneCo: Valuation Is Still Attractive
Summary StoneCo's strong 4Q 2024 earnings and adherence to long-term guidance suggest significant upside, despite recent stock volatility due to U.S. tariffs. The company's Brazilian focus and lack of regional diversification protect it from U.S. tariffs, making it a unique investment opportunity. Management's hints on excess capital and software division divestiture indicate potential shareholder returns and strategic focus on core business. Valuation analysis suggests a fair value of USD 15.4 per share, over 40% above the current market price, highlighting a mispricing opportunity. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Mar 21
StoneCo Q4: Results Improving, But Pay Attention To This Indicator
Summary StoneCo reported strong revenue growth of 11% YoY and 7.5% QoQ, driven by financial revenues and a significant increase in processed volumes with micro, small, and medium-sized companies. Despite some cost pressures, margins were maintained with a gross margin increase of 0.8% YoY. The credit portfolio grew fourfold, though NPLs remain a concern. StoneCo achieved an adjusted net income of BRL 665.6 million in Q4 2024, up 18.1% YoY, and projected further growth in 2025 with a focus on capital returns. STNE expects adjusted gross profit above BRL 7.05 billion and adjusted EPS above BRL 8.6 in 2025, reflecting continued efficiency and strong performance. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Mar 15
StoneCo Q4 Preview: A Low Bar And A High Reward Play
Summary StoneCo’s 4Q24 expectations are modest, with softer guidance for Fiscal 2025 due to Brazil’s economic challenges. High inflation and interest rate hikes in Brazil are affecting StoneCo’s performance and outlook. StoneCo’s current valuation, with a forward P/E ratio of 7.7x, suggests it’s undervalued. A conservative DCF analysis points to a potential share price of $33.80, indicating significant upside. Risks include further economic deterioration in Brazil and weaker take rates impacting growth. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Feb 17
The Bottom Fishing Club - StoneCo: Playing Brazil's Rebound
Summary I own StoneCo Ltd. for its undervaluation, improving technical trading pattern, and the potential for a stronger Brazilian real against the U.S. dollar in 2025. The stock trades at an ultra-low P/E of 8x, and EV to EBITDA ratio of 1.8x, making it a bargain choice in financial services. Technical momentum appears to have turned high over the past week, after many months of bearish action. Price could run higher over the next month or two. Potential risks include Brazilian economic conditions, exchange rate fluctuations and management execution, but the stock's low valuation could support significant price appreciation. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Feb 09
StoneCo: After A 22% Drop, We Have The Opportunity (Rating Upgrade)
Summary Brazil's GDP growth and low unemployment are favorable for StoneCo, despite the country's controversial economic signs and high interest rates. StoneCo's recent financial results were strong, with high margins, good return on capital, and consistent earnings beats, enhancing investor confidence. The company's valuation is attractive, trading below peers, suggesting a potential 18% upside, with momentum in Brazilian assets as a key trigger. So, I am upgrading my recommendation. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 16
StoneCo: A Rare Buying Opportunity (Rating Upgrade)
Summary I upgrade StoneCo stock to "Strong Buy" due to extreme market fears, strong business metrics, and attractive valuation on a forward basis. Despite macro issues in Brazil, StoneCo's MSMB segment shows robust growth, with significant YoY increases in revenue, TPV, EBIT, and net income. STNE trades at a 31% discount to the broader Brazilian market, offering a compelling 3-year CAGR of EPS, making it too cheap to ignore. Risks include potential overestimation of EPS/revenue and the unpredictable impact of Brazil's interest rate environment, but I believe in StoneCo's recovery potential. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 06
StoneCo: Time To Be Greedy
Summary StoneCo's stock has plummeted 50% over the past year, largely due to rising interest rates in Brazil, not necessarily company-specific issues. Despite the macroeconomic headwinds, StoneCo remains a key financial ecosystem for SMEs in Brazil, offering diverse monetization avenues beyond pure transactions. Q3 2024 results showed a 35% YoY growth in net profit and an 8% YoY increase in revenue, driven by financial services. Future concerns include rising Selic rates, competition from PIX, and overall market competition. However, StoneCo outperforms peers in operational efficiency, with strong bottom-line growth prospects. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Dec 31
StoneCo: Hitting A Stone Wall Hurts
Summary StoneCo faces challenges from Brazil's volatile economy and increased competition, leading to a cautious investment stance despite improved fundamentals and valuation. The company's revenue grew 7% yoy, with a 39% yoy EPS increase, but competition and execution issues persist, particularly against the Central Bank's Pix platform. A $350 million share repurchase plan could boost EPS, but STNE must streamline operations and re-accelerate growth to attract bullish investors. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Dec 11
StoneCo Ltd.'s (NASDAQ:STNE) Low P/E No Reason For Excitement
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 7.9x StoneCo Ltd. ( NASDAQ:STNE ) may be sending very bullish signals at...Seeking Alpha • Nov 30
StoneCo's Elevated Take-Rate Yields Massive Buyback
Summary StoneCo's stock has declined over 40% YTD, but trades at an attractive 8.8x earnings, presenting a good entry point. Despite macroeconomic headwinds, STNE's strong business model, banking license, and potential Linx sale bolster its long-term growth prospects. A $350 million share repurchase plan will boost short-term earnings and offset macroeconomic challenges. Increased payment volumes and value-added services enhance STNE's stickiness, while the banking license increases customer retention and switching costs. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
New Narrative • Nov 21
Dynamic Client Solutions And Efficiency Initiatives Drive Promising Earnings Growth
Enhanced client engagement and cross-selling strategies are driving future revenue growth and deeper client relationships.Seeking Alpha • Nov 20
StoneCo: I Keep My 'Buy' Despite The Heavy Dip
Summary StoneCo Ltd. is a "Buy" despite recent stock underperformance, driven by strong Q3 FY2024 earnings and promising long-term growth prospects. STNE's Q3 FY2024 highlights include a 7% YoY revenue increase, a 35% YoY adjusted EBIT growth, and a 43% YoY rise in adjusted EPS. I think the stock's decline is attributed to macroeconomic concerns, not company performance, making it an attractive buy at current valuations. StoneCo's 3Q 2024 results demonstrate an efficient, growth-centric, and shareholder value-driven strategy. The stock is trading at a fraction of the industry's median price-to-earnings ratio. I maintain my "Buy" rating and look forward to doubling my STNE long position as soon as I have sufficient cash to do so. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 07
StoneCo: Brazil's Rising Interest Rates Pose A Threat, But Valuations Point To A Buy
Summary StoneCo's stock is down nearly 40% year-to-date, with recent underperformance largely due to macroeconomic challenges in Brazil. Interest rate hikes in Brazil have posed challenges, affecting expenses and profitability, especially for small business clients. STNE's long-term guidance remains strong, with an expected 31% CAGR in net income from 2024 to 2027, despite near-term hurdles. The Company's valuation is highly attractive, trading at low multiples compared to international peers, signaling a potential upside. Q3 earnings will be crucial, with a focus on TPV growth and expense management amidst Brazil's rising interest rates. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Sep 24
StoneCo's Dip Still Looks Tempting
Summary Despite underperformance, StoneCo's stock is undervalued with promising unit economics and expected EPS growth, justifying a bullish rating. Q2 2024 results showed strong performance in payments, banking, and credit segments, with significant revenue and EPS growth. Management's efficient capital deployment and ambitious growth targets suggest potential for substantial profitability and market penetration. Despite competition and macroeconomic headwinds, StoneCo's stock is poised for a 20.8% upside, trading at a discount to its fair value. I'm reiterating my "Buy" rating for the STNE today. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Sep 12
Do StoneCo's (NASDAQ:STNE) Earnings Warrant Your Attention?
It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story...Seeking Alpha • Sep 04
StoneCo Q2: Still Not Enough To Raise The Recommendation
Summary StoneCo's 2Q24 results showed an 8.5% YoY revenue increase, but significant cost hikes and higher NPLs raise concerns about future profitability. The company's valuation shows a 7% discount to the sector's average P/E, which is not a large margin of safety for investment. The company's ability to manage these challenges and maintain profitable growth will be critical to any future reassessment of its investment recommendation. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Aug 16
StoneCo Stock: Buy The Dip After Q2 Earnings
Summary StoneCo stock has shown significant underperformance over the past quarters despite overall market strength. As I see it, StoneCo's Q2 results show impressive MSMB client growth, improved cost management, and potential for further buybacks to enhance shareholder value. I see that a recovery trend may have already started in July 2022. The nearest resistance target is now ~28% above the current price. Despite risks and market uncertainty, StoneCo remains a strong “Buy” with growth potential and attractive valuation compared to peers in the fintech market. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jul 23
StoneCo: Cheap Valuation Is Not Why I Am Bullish
Summary As a long-term-oriented investor with an extensive investment time horizon, I am attracted to companies with room to grow. A cheap valuation could sweeten the deal. I have been bullish on StoneCo for quite some time and I have remained invested through ups and downs. My bullish stance on StoneCo stems from recent shifts in Brazil's payment landscape, the product expansion strategy of the company, and prudent strategic investments. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jul 08
StoneCo Stock: The Dip Looks Tempting
Summary StoneCo's stock price has fallen significantly and underperformed the market since the last analysis. Despite slowing revenue growth, StoneCo's current valuation reflects a significant discount, making the stock attractive. Analysts predict strong EPS growth for StoneCo, making it a potentially lucrative investment opportunity. I believe that the current dip in the StoneCo stock is not accompanied by a corresponding deterioration in the company's fundamentals. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jun 17
StoneCo: Stirring Waves In Banking
Summary StoneCo is diverging from its fintech origins, and is more like a bank with each quarter. Facing challenges with increasing non-performing loans. Investors should keep an eye on this. Paying 10x forward profits seems cheap, but details matter. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • May 28
StoneCo: Unjustified Dip In 2024 Makes It A Buy
Summary StoneCo is a Brazilian fintech company focused on MSMBs, offering financial services and software solutions. The company demonstrates consistent growth across all key financial and operating metrics. The management's long-term outlook is quite optimistic as well. My valuation analysis suggests there is a 73% upside potential from the current share price levels. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • May 21
Do StoneCo's (NASDAQ:STNE) Earnings Warrant Your Attention?
It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story...Seeking Alpha • May 11
Why StoneCo Stock Still Remains The Ultimate Buy Before Q1 Earnings Release
Summary StoneCo Ltd. stock has experienced a decline over the past quarter, but I believe it remains the ultimate "Buy" from both a fundamental and technical perspective. The Brazilian stock market is currently severely undervalued, presenting an opportunity for investors. StoneCo's Q4 2023 financial results demonstrate consistent growth and operational momentum, with increasing margins and profitability. Despite potential first-quarter results falling short, the company's strong long-term targets exceed Wall Street expectations, offering a solid foundation for future outperformance, maintaining my optimism for the long term. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Apr 24
Investors Aren't Entirely Convinced By StoneCo Ltd.'s (NASDAQ:STNE) Revenues
There wouldn't be many who think StoneCo Ltd.'s ( NASDAQ:STNE ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 2.2x is worth a...Seeking Alpha • Apr 10
StoneCo: Don't Overthink - It's A Fintech Growth Stock (Rating Upgrade)
Summary StoneCo's fourth-quarter earnings report led to a steep plunge in its stock, but dip-buyers quickly returned and lifted buying sentiments. Investors have valid concerns about StoneCo's go-to-market strategy and its increased focus on the MSMB segment. The market has not recognized growth potential, leading to a valuation bifurcation and misunderstanding about its capabilities. Despite that, STNE has recovered well from its recent hammering. I argue why investors should capitalize on its resilience and buy more before the rest realize it. Read on. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Mar 21
The Good, The Bad, And The Misunderstood: StoneCo Is A Strong Buy
Summary StoneCo's Q4 earnings report caused a sharp initial drop of -15% in the stock, which has since normalized to -3%. I believe investors misunderstand the business, just as they did 2 years ago. Since a drop for similar reasons 2 years ago, the stock has doubled. What's next now? Read the full article on Seeking AlphaShareholder Returns
| STNE | US Diversified Financial | US Market | |
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| 7D | -11.0% | 0.3% | -2.5% |
| 1Y | -21.5% | -10.9% | 22.7% |
Return vs Industry: STNE underperformed the US Diversified Financial industry which returned -10.9% over the past year.
Return vs Market: STNE underperformed the US Market which returned 22.7% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| STNE volatility | |
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| STNE Average Weekly Movement | 7.9% |
| Diversified Financial Industry Average Movement | 6.1% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.6% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.1% |
Stable Share Price: STNE has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: STNE's weekly volatility (8%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
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| 2012 | n/a | Mateus Schwening | www.stoneco.com.br |
StoneCo Ltd. provides financial technology and software solutions to merchants and integrated partners to conduct electronic commerce across in-store, online, and mobile channels in Brazil. The company provides financial services, including payment, prepayment, digital banking, and credit solutions. It offers payment solutions of electronic payments and alternative payment methods, such as payment slips and Pix transactions; digital product to help merchants improve their consumers’ experience, which include split-payment processing, multi-payment processing, and recurring payments for subscriptions; and tap on phone solution.
StoneCo Ltd. Fundamentals Summary
| STNE fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$2.53b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$702.87m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$2.62b |
3.6x
P/E Ratio1.0x
P/S RatioIs STNE overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| STNE income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | R$13.54b |
| Cost of Revenue | R$3.57b |
| Gross Profit | R$9.97b |
| Other Expenses | R$6.34b |
| Earnings | R$3.63b |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 14.90 |
| Gross Margin | 73.64% |
| Net Profit Margin | 26.78% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 132.4% |
How did STNE perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
24.3%
Current Dividend Yieldn/a
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/08 11:51 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/05 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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Analyst Sources
StoneCo Ltd. is covered by 24 analysts. 11 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| John Coffey | Barclays |
| Mario Lucio Pierry | BofA Global Research |
| Marcelo Mizrahi | Bradesco S.A. Corretora de Títulos e Valores Mobiliários |