Shopify shares soar as AI efforts begin to pay off
Shopify's shares rose 16% after reporting second-quarter revenue and profit that exceeded analysts' estimates, driven by AI tools attracting merchants. The company highlighted growth from agentic commerce and balanced performance in North America and Europe. Analysts noted the results may ease concerns about competition and suggest accelerated gains among larger merchants.
- ▪Shopify reported strong second-quarter revenue and profit growth, beating analysts' expectations.
- ▪The increase was attributed to AI-driven tools, including autonomous agents that help shoppers find and purchase products.
- ▪Shares jumped 16% and closed at $201.97 on the Toronto Stock Exchange.
- ▪Analysts said the results showed balanced growth across North America and Europe and could alleviate competition worries.
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ShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountShopify Inc.’s SHOP-T share price jumped 16 per cent Wednesday after the company reported strong second-quarter revenue and profit growth that beat analysts’ estimates, driven by the development of AI tools that are attracting more merchants to use its services. The Ottawa-based e-commerce giant has seen growth from agentic commerce, which is the use of autonomous AI agents to search for and buy products online.
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