Shopify, the Canadian company that helps people build online stores, just released its earnings report for the third quarter of 2025 (July to September). The results were better than expected, yet the company’s stock price dropped after the news.
Strong Sales Growth
Shopify reported $2.84 billion in revenue. That’s a big jump—32% more than the same time last year. Wall Street analysts had predicted only a 28% increase, so Shopify easily beat their forecasts.
Another important number for Shopify is Gross Merchandise Volume (GMV). This measures the total value of products sold on stores using Shopify’s platform. GMV also came in higher than experts expected, showing that more people are using Shopify to buy and sell online.
Positive Outlook for Year-End
The company is feeling confident about the final three months of 2025. Shopify told investors to expect continued strong performance during the busy holiday shopping season. Many businesses use Shopify to handle Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Christmas sales, so this is a key time of year.
Why Did the Stock Fall?
Even with good news, Shopify shares dropped after the report. This sometimes happens when investors expect even better results or worry about future risks. Some may be concerned about rising costs, competition from Amazon or other platforms, or slowing growth in the future.
Shopify has been growing fast for years, helping small businesses and big brands like Gymshark and Allbirds sell online. The company is based in Ottawa, Canada, and is one of the country’s most valuable tech firms.
What This Means for Shoppers and Sellers
For everyday people, this means Shopify remains a popular and reliable choice for online shopping and selling. Store owners can feel good knowing the platform is growing and improving.
Investors, however, will watch closely to see if Shopify can keep beating expectations in 2026 and beyond.
Source: Bloomberg – November 4, 2025 Read the full article here
