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Shift4 Payments

FOUR

Shift4 Payments is a leading independent provider of integrated payment processing and technology solutions, simplifying complex commerce ecosystems for businesses ranging from small owner-operated shops to multinational enterprises.

Market cap
$3.96B-43.8%
Revenue$4.5B+28.3%
Net income$117.3M-48.2%
Free cash flow$657.0M+38.5%
EPS (diluted)$0.86-71.0%
Trailing twelve months · change vs. prior year

Earnings

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Aug 6, 2026 (In 1 week)
Revenue estimate$615.2M
EPS estimate$1.21

Financials

Q1 2026

Income statement

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Revenue$1.1B+32.2%
Gross profit$392.0M+52.5%
Operating income$50.0M+100%
Net income$15.0M-11.8%
EPS (diluted)-$0.01-105%

Balance sheet

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Cash & equivalents--100%
Total debt$4.6B+59.0%
Total equity$1.7B+105%
Total assets$8.8B+75.0%

Cash flow

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Operating cash flow$134.0M+39.6%
CapEx$6.0M+500%
Free cash flow$128.0M+34.7%

Valuation & ratios

Valuation

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Market cap$3.96B-43.8%
P/E33.8×+1.2×
P/S0.9×-1.1×

Profitability

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Gross margin35.1%+5.1pp
Operating margin8.4%+1.2pp
Net margin2.6%-3.9pp
FCF margin14.8%+1.1pp

Returns & leverage

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Return on equity9.5%-21.1pp
Debt / equity2.8×-0.8×
Current ratio1.2×-0.1×

Segments

By product

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Payments-based revenue$917.0M+21.3%
Subscription and other revenue$102.0M+10.9%
TFS revenue$102.0M

Competitors

Profile

Shift4 Payments is a leading independent provider of integrated payment processing and technology solutions, simplifying complex commerce ecosystems for businesses ranging from small owner-operated shops to multinational enterprises. The company offers a unified platform that combines hardware, software, and payment processing to streamline operations across in-store, online, and mobile channels. Following its acquisition of Global Blue, the company has also established a leadership position in international tax-free shopping and cross-border travel services.

Competitive position

Shift4 maintains a leading position by offering a highly integrated 'single vendor' solution that reduces complexity and cost for merchants compared to fragmented legacy providers.

GeographiesUnited States, Europe, United Kingdom, Canada, Israel
Customer segmentsHospitality and Restaurants, Sports and Entertainment, Specialty Retail, Airlines, Non-profits
Business modelTransaction-based fees, Subscription SaaS, Commission-based, B2B2C
SuppliersCard networks (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), Sponsor banks, Hardware manufacturers, Cloud infrastructure providers
CustomersIndependent Software Vendors (ISVs), Value-Added Resellers (VARs), Direct merchants, International travelers
Listed2020
Employees3.0K
CEODavid Taylor Lauber
Websiteshift4.com
FilingsSEC EDGAR

Questions, answered.

What is Shift4 Payments's market cap?
Shift4 Payments (FOUR) has a market capitalization of $4.0B and trades on NYSE.
What is Shift4 Payments's revenue and profitability?
Shift4 Payments generated $4.5B in trailing twelve-month revenue with net income of $117.3M, representing a net margin of 2.6%. Gross margin stands at 35.1%, with free cash flow of $657.0M. These figures are based on the Q1 2026 filing.
Who are Shift4 Payments's competitors?
Shift4 Payments's key competitors include Toast, Global Payments, Worldpay, and others. These companies compete in similar markets and product categories.
Who does Shift4 Payments partner with?
Shift4 Payments's notable partners include Apple, Google, DoorDash, and others.
What subsidiaries does Shift4 Payments have?
Shift4 Payments's subsidiaries include Global Blue Group Holding AG, Finaro.
Where is Shift4 Payments headquartered?
Shift4 Payments is headquartered in United States of America and employs approximately 3,030 people. It has been publicly traded since 2020.