EZCORP reported a 3% increase in total revenues to $222.4 million for the first quarter of fiscal year 2020. Diluted earnings per share were $0.02, compared to a loss of $0.06 in the prior-year quarter. The company focused on reducing aged inventory and optimizing systems, while also launching its Lana digital platform.
Total revenues increased by 3% to $222.4 million due to record revenues in the pawn business.
Merchandise sales increased by 5%, and pawn service charge (PSC) revenue grew by 1%.
Latin America segment contribution improved by 20% to $8.1 million.
Diluted earnings per share were $0.02, compared to a loss of $0.06 in the prior-year quarter.
EZCORP is focused on driving operating efficiencies, free cash flow, and higher returns on earning assets, as well as reducing corporate expense. The company expects its initiatives, including the Lana digital platform and the new point-of-sale system, to enhance customer acquisition and retention, optimize lending decisions, and expand earnings.
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