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Quarterly ResultMay 6, 2026, 04:47 PM

EZCORP Q2 Net Income +93% to $49.1M; Record Revenue & PLO; SMG Acquired

AI Summary

EZCORP reported exceptional second-quarter fiscal 2026 results, achieving record operating results, PLO, and revenue. Net income attributable to EZCORP surged 93% to $49.1 million, with diluted EPS increasing 85% to $0.61. The company also completed the acquisition of Founders One, LLC (SMG), adding 105 stores and significantly expanding its footprint.

Key Highlights

  • Net income attributable to EZCORP increased 93% to $49.1 million.
  • Diluted EPS rose 85% to $0.61; Adjusted EBITDA increased 76% to $76.9 million.
  • Total revenues grew 46% to $446.9 million, and Pawn Loans Outstanding (PLO) increased 33% to $349.4 million.
  • Completed the acquisition of Founders One, LLC (SMG) effective January 2, 2026.
  • Expanded footprint by 123 stores, including 117 acquired (105 from SMG) and 6 de novo stores.
  • U.S. Pawn segment contribution increased 59% to $78.1 million.
  • Latin America Pawn segment contribution increased 38% to $19.1 million.
  • SMG segment, newly consolidated, reported $51.3 million in total revenues and $8.8 million in segment contribution.