FirstCash reports record Q1 revenue of $1.05 billion, raises 2026 pawn guidance
FirstCash reported record first-quarter 2026 revenue of $1.05 billion, up 26% from a year earlier, and GAAP diluted earnings per share of $2.43, up 30%. The company raised its full-year 2026 revenue guidance for each of its pawn segments and declared a $0.42 per share quarterly dividend.
Key points
- Revenue of $1,051.7 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, up 26% from $836.4 million
- GAAP diluted EPS of $2.43 versus $1.87, up 30%; net income of $107.7 million, up 29%
- Full-year 2026 pawn revenue guidance raised for each segment; U.S. pawn fee growth now expected in the mid-teens versus low double digits previously
- Quarterly dividend of $0.42 per share, payable May 29, 2026 to holders of record May 15, 2026
The filing
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