AFRM is trading 4.03% up now at $84.84 as investors react to multiple positive catalysts. - Piper Sandler upgraded Affirm to a "strong-buy" rating today, citing strong quarterly performance. - The company also announced a new partnership with Bed Bath & Beyond, making Affirm available across its brands. - This adds to renewed optimism from its recently expanded forward-flow funding agreement and short-covering pressure.