EZCORP

AUSTIN, Texas, June 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EZCORP, Inc. (NASDAQ:EZPW), a leading provider of pawn loans in the United States and Latin America, announced today that it has acquired 40 pawn stores across 13 states in Mexico. The stores, operating under the names “Monte Providencia” and “Tu Empeño Efectivo” offer traditional pawn loans, as well as auto pawn transactions, some of which are in stand-alone auto pawn stores. With this acquisition, the Company also takes over the management of 7 additional Monte Providencia stores, which it plans to acquire in the coming months.» Mehr auf globenewswire.com

EZCORP benefits from a countercyclical pawn business model, thriving during economic stress and inflation as demand for short-term loans and pre-owned goods rises. The company is an indirect beneficiary of surging gold prices, which boosts loan values, inventory gains, and overall profitability due to its jewelry-heavy collateral base. EZPW trades at a low price-to-book ratio relative to its sustainable ROE, offering an attractive yield and potential upside, especially with digital initiatives underway.» Mehr auf seekingalpha.com

EZCORP runs a resilient, niche pawn lending model with low credit risk, recurring retail revenue and benefits from consumer liquidity needs during financial stress. Despite strong fundamentals and steady growth, EZPW trades at a significant discount to peers, presenting a contrarian value opportunity for long-term investors. Macro conditions like high inflation and tight credit favor EZPW's business, while risks center around regulatory changes and digital competition, not credit exposure.» Mehr auf seekingalpha.com