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Shift4 Payments, Inc. (symbol: FOUR) is a leader in secure payment processing solutions, powering top point-of-sale and software providers across various verticals such as food & beverage, hospitality, lodging, gaming, retail, and e-commerce. Among its known brands are Harbortouch, Restaurant Manager, Positouch, and Future POS. Additionally, Shift4 integrates with over 300 software solutions across diverse industries, ensuring seamless and secure transactions.
With a presence spanning eight offices in the United States and Europe, Shift4 Payments collaborates with 7,000 sales partners and operates three state-of-the-art data centers. The company processes over 1 billion transactions annually for nearly 200,000 businesses, translating to over $100 billion in payments each year.
Shift4 Payments offers an integrated payment processing and technology solution, providing software providers a single integration point for end-to-end payment processing. Their services include a powerful gateway, cloud enablement, business intelligence, analytics, and mobile solutions, enhancing the value of software suites and simplifying payment acceptance. The company derives the bulk of its revenue from its operations in the United States.
Recent achievements and developments in Shift4 Payments include strategic partnerships and technological advancements aimed at enhancing their service offerings. By continually expanding their integration capabilities and processing infrastructure, Shift4 Payments remains at the forefront of the payment processing industry.
Shift4 Payments (NYSE: FOUR) announced that its CEO Jared Isaacman, CFO Brad Herring, and CSO Taylor Lauber will participate in a fireside chat at the Wolfe Research FinTech Forum on March 9, 2021, at 8:00 AM Eastern. This event will also offer opportunities for small group meetings with management. Stakeholders can access a live webcast of the chat through the Events & Presentations section on Shift4's Investor Relations website. Shift4 Payments is recognized for its integrated payment solutions, servicing over 200,000 businesses and processing more than $200 billion in payment volume in 2019.
Shift4 Payments (NYSE: FOUR) announced the acquisition of VenueNext, a leader in mobile commerce and point-of-sale solutions. This acquisition strengthens Shift4’s capabilities in sectors such as stadiums and arenas, expanding its total addressable market to include entertainment, universities, and theme parks. VenueNext's product suite enhances Shift4's offerings by integrating mobile ordering and loyalty solutions, positioning Shift4 as a unique provider of in-venue commerce solutions. This strategic move aims to simplify and enhance the fan experience while leveraging VenueNext's existing customer base.
Shift4 Payments (NYSE: FOUR) disclosed its fourth quarter and full year 2020 financial results on March 4, 2021. The comprehensive shareholder letter is available on their Investor Relations website. The letter outlines the company's performance metrics and strategic initiatives. Management will host a conference call on the same day at 8:30 AM ET to discuss these results in detail. Shift4 Payments is a prominent integrated payment processing provider, having processed over $200 billion in payment volume for more than 200,000 businesses in 2019.
Inspiration4, the first all-civilian space mission, has announced a judges panel to select an entrepreneur to join its crew, commanded by Jared Isaacman, CEO of Shift4 Payments (NYSE:FOUR). The competition aims to find a business owner showcasing innovation and determination, with entries accepted through February. The mission is designed to inspire support for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and is set to launch in Q4 2021. Isaacman emphasizes the unique opportunity for entrepreneurs, highlighting Shift4Shop's innovative eCommerce platform that offers substantial cost savings compared to competitors.
Inspiration4, the first all-civilian space mission, has introduced its second crew member, Hayley Arceneaux, a pediatric cancer survivor and physician assistant at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Joining mission commander Jared Isaacman, Arceneaux represents Hope. Isaacman, CEO of Shift4 Payments (NYSE: FOUR), has committed $100 million to St. Jude, supporting a multi-billion-dollar expansion to enhance pediatric cancer research. The mission, aiming to inspire support for St. Jude, will launch in Q4 2021, with crew training ongoing.
Shift4 Payments (NYSE: FOUR) will release its Q4 2020 financial results on March 4, 2021, prior to market open. A conference call for discussing the results will follow at 8:30 am ET the same day. Shift4 Payments is a leader in integrated payment processing, serving over 200,000 businesses and processing more than 3.5 billion transactions annually. With a focus on delivering a comprehensive omni-channel ecosystem, the company supports a range of industries including hospitality and retail.
The Inspiration4 mission, set to be the first all-civilian flight to space, will launch a promotional campaign during Super Bowl LV, reaching over 100 million viewers. The 30-second ad, titled 'Join Us,' invites two participants to join its four-member crew. Directed by Bryce Dallas Howard, the commercial features a unique take on 'Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star' and aims to inspire a new era in commercial space exploration while highlighting its humanitarian goals. Jared Isaacman, the mission commander and CEO of Shift4 Payments, has pledged to donate $100 million to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Today, SpaceX announced plans for Inspiration4, the first all-civilian mission to space, led by Jared Isaacman, CEO of Shift4 Payments (NYSE:FOUR). Scheduled for Q4 2021, the mission aims to inspire support for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Isaacman is donating three seats for crew members who exemplify leadership, hope, and generosity. He has committed to raising $200 million for St. Jude and will feature the mission during Super Bowl LV. A fourth seat will be awarded to a deserving entrepreneur using the Shift4Shop platform.
Shift4 Payments (NYSE: FOUR) has rebranded its eCommerce platform to Shift4Shop and introduced a cost-effective pricing model. This model allows merchants to access premium eCommerce services for free when using Shift4's payment processing solution, disrupting traditional pricing structures that often exceed $300 monthly. Shift4Shop offers a comprehensive suite of features including a website builder, product management, and extensive marketing tools. With this initiative, Shift4 aims to enhance its commerce ecosystem and provide significant savings for eCommerce merchants worldwide.
Shift4 Payments (NYSE: FOUR) reported a decline in merchant transaction activity for December 2020, specifically noting a 50% drop in hotel transactions and a 40% decline for restaurants compared to the previous year. However, retail and e-commerce showed positive growth, indicating a year-over-year increase in transaction counts. Notably, the number of open merchant locations is only 3% below pre-pandemic levels. Despite a 4% decline in end-to-end platform volume, Shift4 experienced a 20% increase in active merchants year-over-year. The company remains optimistic about recovery trends in 2021, buoyed by vaccination efforts.
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