Katapult Holdings merges with Aaron's, boosting revenue prospects

Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst

Updated: 12 Dec 25

Katapult Holdings Inc. saw a significant price increase of 32.47%, crossing above its 5-day SMA, amidst a generally weak market with the Nasdaq-100 down 0.50% and the S&P 500 down 0.12%.

This surge is attributed to Katapult's definitive all-stock merger agreement with Aaron's and CCF Holdings, which is projected to create a combined entity with annual revenue exceeding $4 billion. The merger is expected to enhance Katapult's competitive edge in the non-prime consumer market, with approximately $450 million in Adjusted EBITDA anticipated, indicating strong financial stability and growth potential.

The implications of this merger are significant, as it will create a scaled omni-channel platform with around 3,000 retail touchpoints, allowing Katapult to better serve over 7 million customers. This strategic move is likely to unlock synergies that will drive product innovation and operational efficiencies, supporting sustainable growth in a rapidly evolving retail landscape.

KPLT

$6.49+Infinity%1D

Analyst Views on KPLT

About KPLT

Katapult Holdings, Inc. is an e-commerce-focused financial technology company. The Company offers e-commerce point-of-sale (POS) lease-purchase options for non-prime United States consumers. Its fully digital technology platform provides non-prime consumers with a flexible lease-purchase option to enable them to obtain durable goods from the Company’s network of e-commerce retailers. It operates within the virtual lease-to-own (LTO) market. Its LTO platform offers customers an alternative to traditional financing of automotive goods, computers, electronics, home furnishings and other durable goods. It has launched the Katapult mobile app, which includes a feature called Katapult PayTR that allows consumers to leverage its virtual credit card technology to shop with a variety of durable goods merchants featured in the Company’s app marketplace. It also offers an in-store POS integration option called text-to-checkout, which simplifies the in-store leasing experience for consumers.

About the author

Emily J. Thompson

Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.

Katapult Holdings merges with Aaron's, boosting revenue prospects

Analyst Views on KPLT

About KPLT

About the author

Top News

Oil Firms Cautious on Venezuela Investment Push

GM Reports $7.1 Billion Charge Amid EV Shift

Stock Market Wraps 2025 with Double-Digit Gains

Novo Nordisk's Weight-Loss Pill Approval: Key Impacts

Related Articles

Musk's xAI in Merger Talks with SpaceX Ahead of IPO

Trane Technologies Q4 2025 Earnings Call Insights

Sigh Up to Get Intellectia Insights

How did the company's recent strategic decisions impact its latest financial performance?

Can you explain the factors behind the recent changes in the company's stock price?

What are the expected impacts of current market trends on the company's future growth?

Based on the latest earnings report, what are the company's forecasted revenues for the next quarter?

How does the company's performance compare to its main competitors in the same sector?

People Also Watch