Investors are disappointed with Block’s slower growth post-pandemic, despite its increased size and profitability. Shares have plunged 56% in five years, turning a $500 investment into $220. The company’s Square segment and Cash App are thriving, with projections of $2 billion in non-GAAP operating income by 2025. Competition remains intense.

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