FirstCash Holdings (FCFS) is up today after releasing first-quarter 2026 results late Thursday, April 23, 2026, showing record quarterly performance and a higher 2026 revenue outlook. The company pointed to accelerating pawn demand and improved segment contribution margins, which helped support the post-results bid in the shares. (globenewswire.com)

For Q1 2026 (ended March 31, 2026), FirstCash reported revenue of $1.051651 billion, net income of $107.702 million, and GAAP diluted EPS of $2.43, up from $1.87 in the prior-year quarter. On an adjusted basis, diluted EPS was $2.69 versus $2.07 a year earlier, alongside adjusted EBITDA of about $210.6 million. (globenewswire.com)

Management raised full-year 2026 revenue guidance for all pawn segments, citing further momentum as the company entered Q2 and highlighting sharp same-store pawn receivables growth at quarter-end. The company said same-store pawn receivables increased 19% in the U.S., 30% in Latin America, and 29% in the U.K. (local currency basis), reinforcing the narrative that pawn demand is accelerating rather than stabilizing. (globenewswire.com)

FirstCash also declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.42 per share payable in May 2026, adding a tangible capital-return catalyst alongside the earnings beat and guidance increase. Management said Q1 operating cash flows supported investment in the business while reducing leverage and repurchasing shares, which can further tighten the supply/demand balance for the stock after strong results. (globenewswire.com)