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FinVolution Group (NYSE: FINV) met PTCL Group leadership at MWC Shanghai 2026 to discuss using credit technology to expand financial inclusion in Pakistan. FinVolution said its AI and data-driven credit-risk and fraud tools support digital lending. It noted Pakistan launches Daira (NBFC license in 2024, BNPL license in June 2025) and partnerships including ABHI Microfinance Bank.

PPDAI Group director Bing Xiang sold 75,000 shares on May 28 at an average $1.07, for about $80,250, reducing his stake to 18,750 shares, according to an SEC filing. The company reported May 25 quarterly EPS of $0.26 on revenue of $465.58M. PPDAI also declared an annual dividend of $0.306 per share.

FinVolution Group (NYSE: FINV) said its board authorized a new share repurchase program effective May 30, 2026. The company may buy back up to US$150.0 million of its shares, including ADSs, from May 30, 2026 to May 29, 2028. FinVolution reported deploying about US$516.7 million under prior buybacks through March 31, 2026.

FinVolution Group reported first-quarter 2026 unaudited results for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. Group net revenue fell to RMB3,210.1m (US$465.4m) from RMB3,481.0m; net profit was RMB421.1m vs RMB737.6m. Chinese Mainland net revenue was RMB2,216.1m; overseas net revenue rose to RMB948.9m. The company cited lower transaction volumes in China and growth overseas.

MarketBeat’s May 25 screener highlights UP Fintech (TIGR), Rocket Companies (RKT), Kaspi.kz (KSPI), PPDAI/FinVolution Group (FINV), and Wealthfront (WLTH) as fintech stocks to watch. The article says these names had the highest dollar trading volume among fintech stocks in recent days, and describes each firm’s core digital finance offerings.

Benzinga lists companies scheduled to report earnings on May 25, 2026. Before the bell, LexinFintech Holdings (NASDAQ: LX) is expected to report first-quarter results. After the bell, FinVolution Gr (NYSE: FINV) is expected to report first-quarter earnings, and JOYY (NASDAQ: JOYY) is expected to report quarterly earnings of $0.98 per share on $542.80 million in revenue.

FinVolution Group has launched its 11th Global Data Science Competition, focusing on teaching voice AI when to speak in conversations. The challenge aims to develop AI systems that can predict speech events and respond naturally, addressing a key limitation in current voice interaction technology. Participants will use a real-world dataset of dual-channel telephone conversations to build pure-audio or multimodal systems.

FinVolution Group has been recognized as a "Most Honored Company" and won in all six categories at Extel’s 2026 Asia Executive Team Awards, marking its second consecutive year receiving top honors in the Non-Bank Finance sector. The company's CEO, CFO, and Investor Relations team were all recognized for their leadership, financial management, and effective communication with investors. These accolades highlight FinVolution’s success in integrating technology, reinforcing governance, and engaging effectively with capital markets, while also showcasing its strategic expansion and financial performance in both domestic and international markets.

FinVolution Group, a leading fintech company, has expanded into the Australian market through the acquisition of local lending platform Fundo. This strategic move aligns with FinVolution's "Local Excellence, Global Outlook" strategy, enabling it to leverage its data-driven risk pricing and operational efficiency in a developed market with a mature regulatory framework. The expansion builds on the company's strong international growth, which saw a 38.6% year-over-year increase in international transaction volume in 2025.

FinVolution Group has experienced a significant 50% share price decline due to weak execution, fading growth, and regulatory uncertainties. The company's competitive advantage is eroding as AI commoditizes underwriting, and despite international expansion driving 25% of revenue, its predominant Chinese business underperforms. The author remains cautious, citing low growth, doubts about margin sustainability, and ongoing risks that may limit FinVolution's valuation despite its seemingly low forward EPS multiple.