Could Block Be the Next Fintech Giant?

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Explore the exciting world of Block (NYSE: XYZ) with our 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 Jan. 8, 2025. The video was published on Feb. 6, 2025.

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