CTC 13F: Exits PayPal (PYPL) Stake

CTC has completely exited its investment in PayPal Holdings, Inc. (PYPL). According to a recent Form 13F filing with the SEC, the firm sold all 538,298 shares it previously held. This total liquidation ended the firm's involvement with the San Jose-based fintech company for the period ending May 21, 2026.

CTC Closes Out PayPal Position

The move by CTC was a total exit, representing a 100.0% decrease in its holdings. Before the sale, the firm managed 538,298 shares. Because 13F filings are backward-looking documents, this data shows the firm's portfolio as it stood at the end of the reporting quarter and may not reflect its current holdings today.

PayPal Stock Performance

On Friday, shares of PayPal were priced at $43.18. The stock has been trading in a broad range over the last year, with a 52-week high of $79.22 and a low of $38.46. While the stock is currently trading below its 50-day moving average of $56.16, it remains slightly above its 200-day moving average of $50.07. The company currently has a P/E ratio — a measure of the stock price relative to its earnings per share — of 10.6.

Recent Earnings Trends

In its most recent financial reports, PayPal reported annual revenue of $34.13 billion, representing a growth rate of 0.048. The company maintained a net margin of 0.14 and a return on equity of 0.24. These figures come as the company prepares for its next quarterly update, which is scheduled for October 27, 2026.

Dividend Program

PayPal currently pays an annual dividend with a yield of 0.98%. The company maintains a conservative payout ratio of 0.08, meaning it uses only a small fraction of its earnings to cover these payments to shareholders.

Insider Buying and Selling at PayPal Holdings, Inc.

Executives at the company have been busy in the market lately. On June 15, 2026, Frank Keller, who serves as President of Checkout Solutions, purchased 146,778 shares. That same day, Chief Financial and Operations Officer Jamie Miller was active on both sides of the ledger. Miller purchased 12,004 shares but also sold 2,910 shares. These transactions follow a pattern of executive activity at the company throughout the summer.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

Wall Street analysts have recently adjusted their expectations for the payments giant. On October 9, 2026, Barclays maintained an Equal-Weight rating on the stock and lowered its price target from $57.00 to $56.00. Earlier, on August 31, 2026, RBC Capital maintained an Outperform rating with a $70.00 price target, while Truist Securities kept a Hold rating and lowered its target to $53.00. Currently, 33 analysts provide coverage on the stock, resulting in a consensus hold recommendation.

About PayPal Holdings, Inc.

PayPal operates a global technology platform that makes digital payments possible for both shoppers and store owners. It runs a massive network that lets people send money, shop online, or withdraw funds using bank accounts, credit cards, and even cryptocurrencies. Beyond its main brand, the company also owns popular services like Venmo, Braintree, and Honey.

What's Ahead for PayPal Holdings, Inc.

Investors will likely watch for the next round of 13F filings to see if other institutional funds followed CTC out of the stock or if new buyers stepped in. The next major catalyst for the stock price will be the earnings announcement on October 27, 2026. As with all regulatory filings, this report is a snapshot of the past and should be used as one part of a broader look at the company's financial health.