TechCrunch reported that PayPal posted adjusted earnings of $1.38 per share and revenue of $8.68 billion in its Q2 2026 earnings call, exceeding analyst estimates. Stripe and Advent International submitted a $60.50-per-share bid while shares traded near $58 and an independent valuation reached approximately $70. PayPal stated it would consider paths creating superior shareholder value but does not comment on merger speculation.