EZCORP, Inc. Class A (EZPW)

EZCORP's stock price has significantly increased, rising by 34.38% in the last six months and 85.88% over the past year as of March 19, 2026, reaching a 52-week high of $27.30. Key events include strong financial performances, strategic acquisitions, and the re-election of directors at the annual meeting on March 26, 2026.

Demand for EZCORP's pawn loans and merchandise exhibits seasonality, with certain periods being "lending seasons." Changes in precious metals prices can introduce short-term volatility. April has historically been the strongest month for EZCORP's stock, while May tends to be the weakest.

EZCORP, Inc. operates in the Financial Services sector, focusing on non-prime consumer lending through pawn services in the United States, Mexico, and Latin America. The company provides non-recourse pawn loans collateralized by personal property and retails pre-owned merchandise. EZCORP also offers EZ+, a web-based application for managing pawn transactions and operates under brands like EZPAWN and Empeño Fácil.

EZCORP operates over 1,500 stores across the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean, including 1,332 pawn stores globally as of June 2025. Recent expansions include acquiring 40 stores in Mexico and increasing investment in Founders One, LLC, which operates 73 pawnbroking stores. The company also acquired a luxury pawnbroking business in Las Vegas.

EZCORP is actively improving its brand reputation by emphasizing responsible lending practices and customer experience. The company highlights its contribution to the circular economy through the reuse and recycling of pre-owned merchandise. The EZ+ Rewards program has enhanced customer engagement, accounting for 77% of all transacting customers in Q1 Fiscal 2025.

EZCORP's ownership includes institutional, insider, and public investors. Institutional investors hold a substantial portion of the stock, ranging from approximately 65.22% to 86.18%. Phillip Ean Cohen is the largest individual shareholder with complete voting control. Insider ownership represents approximately 3.86% to 4.90% of the company's total outstanding shares.