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Shift4 Payments Inc (NYSE:FOUR) Sees Positive Outlook from Analysts and Institutional Investors

  • Jeff Cantwell from Seaport Global sets a price target of $89 for NYSE:FOUR, indicating a potential increase of approximately 35.22%.
  • The Burney U.S. Factor Rotation ETF acquires 149,295 shares of Shift4 Payments, showing strong confidence from institutional investors.
  • Shift4 Payments reports a forward P/E ratio of 9.99 and an EPS of $0.17, suggesting expectations of future earnings growth.

Shift4 Payments Inc (NYSE:FOUR) is a prominent player in the payment processing industry, providing integrated payment solutions for various businesses. The company is known for its innovative technology and services that cater to the needs of merchants across different sectors. As of January 14, 2026, Jeff Cantwell from Seaport Global set a price target of $89 for FOUR, suggesting a potential price increase of approximately 35.22% from its trading price of $65.82 at that time.

The Burney U.S. Factor Rotation ETF has shown confidence in Shift4 Payments by initiating a new position with the purchase of 149,295 shares. This acquisition, valued at approximately $9.85 million, represents a 2.28% position in the ETF's portfolio as of October 2025. The stock is currently priced at $66.72, reflecting a 1.85% increase from its previous price, with a trading range today between $64.62 and $66.95.

Shift4 Payments has a forward P/E ratio of 9.99, indicating investor expectations of future earnings growth. The company's recent earnings per share were reported at $0.17, slightly surpassing estimates. This performance, along with the interest from institutional investors, highlights the company's potential for growth. Despite not paying a dividend, the stock remains attractive to investors seeking capital appreciation.

The stock has experienced significant fluctuations over the past year, with a high of $127.50 and a low of $61.23. Currently, the market capitalization of Shift4 Payments stands at approximately $5.93 billion, with a trading volume of 183,918 shares. The interest from institutional investors and the positive price target set by Seaport Global suggest a promising outlook for the company.