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Klarna Reaches 7 Million Consumers in France, Now Used by 1 in 7 Adults
PARIS, March 18, 2026--Klarna, the global digital bank and flexible payments provider, today announced it has reached 7 million consumers in France, meaning 1 in 7 adults in the country now uses Klarna.
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