PayPal: A Mediocre Investment or a Hidden Gem?
Explore the exciting world of PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL) with our contributing expert analysts in this Motley Fool Scoreboard episode. Check out the video below to gain valuable insights into market trends and potential investment opportunities!
*Stock prices used were the prices of May 13, 2026. The video was published on Jun. 29, 2026.
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Anand Chokkavelu has positions in PayPal. Jason Hall has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. Toby Bordelon has positions in PayPal. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends PayPal. The Motley Fool recommends the following options: short June 2026 $50 calls on PayPal. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
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