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01 Sept 2026, 11:50 UTC · 1h ago
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Sezzle has expanded its merchant network by adding Gymshark, Debenhams Group, and Follett Higher Education. — Adding high-volume merchants in fitness, fashion, and collegiate retail increases Sezzle's total addressable market and transaction volume potential.
+0.40Back-to-college spending is projected to reach a record $103.5 billion this season. — Higher spending ceilings in a key vertical provide a tailwind for payment processors and BNPL providers operating in that space.
+0.20A significant portion of collegiate shoppers (63%) have skipped textbook purchases due to cost, while 23% of general shoppers are deliberately spreading out budgets. — Indicates underlying consumer budget constraints and price sensitivity, which increases the credit risk for BNPL lenders.
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