Chime Financial IPO: The Stock Just Surged 47%, But The Numbers Speak Softer

  • Chime Financial, Inc.'s IPO was met with huge enthusiasm, surging 50% on debut, but the $11.6B+ valuation is aggressive for a barely profitable fintech. Chime excels in targeting underserved Americans, boasts strong revenue growth, high margins, and a sticky, referral-driven user base. Key risks include high first-year user churn, rising transaction losses, and heavy dependence on partner banks and regulatory stability.