SoFi Technologies, Inc. - SOFI STOCK NEWS

SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ: SOFI) announced its acquisition of Wyndham Capital Mortgage, a leading fintech mortgage lender, in an all-cash transaction. This strategic move is designed to enhance SoFi's mortgage growth and operational efficiencies, while expanding its suite of mortgage products for members. The acquisition is expected to be accretive within six months, although it is not anticipated to materially impact SoFi’s financial outlook for 2023. Wyndham Capital’s fully digital mortgage platform is set to improve unit economics and reduce reliance on third-party processes, ultimately aiming to support SoFi's mission of helping members navigate significant financial decisions.

SoFi Technologies, Inc. has announced an increase in FDIC insurance coverage for its Checking and Savings members from $250,000 to $2 million through its new SoFi FDIC Insurance Network. This initiative allows members to protect larger deposits by placing funds with partner banks insured by the FDIC. Existing members will receive notifications of their eligibility within the week. The added insurance aims to enhance member confidence following recent uncertainties in the financial sector. SoFi also offers a 4.00% APY for members with direct deposits, aiming to improve overall member experience and financial security.

Galileo Financial Technologies, a subsidiary of SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ: SOFI), has launched Cyberbank Konecta, a conversational AI engine designed to enhance customer engagement for financial institutions and brands. This service provides scalable, intelligent digital banking solutions that improve onboarding, customer support, and operational efficiency. With Konecta, companies can manage up to 80% of inquiries using AI, reducing costs and increasing customer loyalty. The platform integrates easily with existing technology and allows for rapid deployment. This development aligns with the increasing demand for personalized, efficient customer experiences in the digital banking sector.

SoFi Technologies, Inc. celebrates the first anniversary of its Checking and Savings accounts, which have paid over $50 million in interest to members since launch. The accounts offer a competitive 3.75% APY for direct deposit members, significantly higher than the national savings average. As of the end of 2022, SoFi Bank reported $7.3 billion in deposits, a 46% increase in Q4. Over 2.1 million members utilize SoFi Money, and features like Vaults and Roundups have been popular. SoFi has also enhanced its offerings with benefits like early paycheck access and a premium membership program, SoFi Plus.

SoFi (NASDAQ: SOFI), a digital personal finance company, will participate in two key investor conferences in March 2023. CEO Anthony Noto will hold a fireside chat at Bank of America's '23 Electronic Payments Symposium on March 21 at 2:30 PM ET. CFO Chris Lapointe will speak at the KBW Fintech Payments Conference on February 28 at 11:00 AM ET. Both sessions will be available for on-demand viewing on SoFi's Investor Relations website. SoFi aims to assist over 5.2 million members in achieving financial independence through a comprehensive suite of financial products and services.

SoFi Technologies reported impressive financial results for Q4 and the full year 2022, achieving $457 million in GAAP net revenue, a 60% year-over-year increase, and $443 million in adjusted net revenue, up 58%. The company posted a GAAP net loss of $40 million, an improvement of 64% compared to the prior year. Adjusted EBITDA reached a record $70 million, a 15.3x increase year-over-year. SoFi added nearly 480,000 new members in the quarter, totaling over 5.2 million, and increased total products to nearly 7.9 million with a 53% growth. Guidance for 2023 includes an expected adjusted net revenue of $1.925 to $2 billion.

NETSCOUT SYSTEMS, INC. (NASDAQ: NTCT) announced the appointments of Shannon Nash and Marlene Pelage to its Board of Directors. These appointments aim to enhance the company's financial expertise and strategic direction. Nash, currently CFO at Wing, has a history of leadership in finance and operations, including roles at Reputation.com and UserTesting. Pelage, the Global CFO of IPG Mediabrands, brings experience in managing multi-billion dollar budgets from her time at Charles Schwab. The board now consists of 11 directors, with a focus on diversity and fresh perspectives to support NETSCOUT's mission as cyber guardians.

SoFi's Investor Study reveals that 75% of investors regretted their investment strategies in 2022, with 85% planning changes for 2023. Despite the challenges of 2022, including market volatility and inflation, 93% continued investing. Key regrets included not buying more crypto (18%) and not selling stocks before declines (15%). For 2023, 21% aim to increase investments, while 78% of crypto investors remain optimistic about market recovery. The survey indicates a shift towards non-stock investments amid volatility.