World Acceptance Corporation reported a significant increase in net income for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2021, driven by reduced operating expenses and lower provision for credit losses. However, total revenues decreased due to the impact of federal stimulus on loan demand and customer behavior.
Net income increased by $21.6 million to $44.9 million compared to the same quarter of the prior year.
Net income per diluted share increased to $6.96 compared to $3.18 in the same quarter of the prior year.
Total revenues decreased by 10.3% to $146.3 million from $163.0 million in the same quarter of the prior year.
Gross loans outstanding decreased to $1.10 billion as of March 31, 2021, an 8.7% decrease from the same quarter prior year.
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