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Block Q2 earnings beat; raises FY2026 guidance and targets to $100

Aug 6, 2026, 8:03 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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The beat on both EPS and revenue, plus raised FY2026 guidance, improves earnings visibility and justifies higher multiples. Positive analyst revisions reinforce upside, though a modest pre-market decline suggests mixed near-term sentiment; sustained move depends on execution and AI adoption trajectory.

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Block delivered a stronger-than-expected Q2 with EPS of $1.02 and revenue of $6.62B, topping estimates. Management lifted FY2026 adjusted EPS guidance to $4.02 from $3.85, signaling stronger profitability momentum. Despite a modest pre-market dip, BTIG and Needham boosted price targets to $100, underscoring renewed upside expectations as Block’s AI-enabled software-network strategy gains traction.

Q2 earnings beat: EPS $1.02 vs 87c est.
Revenue $6.62B vs $6.49B est.
FY2026 adj EPS guidance raised to $4.02 from $3.85.
Pre-market shares slipped 0.6% to $83.68.
Analysts BTIG and Needham raise price targets to $100.

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