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Kraken Parent Payward Grows Revenue but Profit Collapses in Q2
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Fusion42 · 17 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
Kraken's parent company Payward reported a 17% revenue increase to $508 million in Q2 but saw a steep 70% drop in operating profit to $23 million, with trading volumes falling despite a 42% rise in funded accounts.
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You face growing pressure to shift beyond user growth to sustain profitability as rising account numbers no longer guarantee fee income. Focus this week on diversifying revenue streams or boosting trading activity before investor patience runs thin.
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