Regional Management Corp. reported a strong start to 2023, earning $8.7 million in net income and $0.90 in diluted EPS. The company focused on portfolio quality and expense management while navigating a challenging economic environment. They intentionally slowed portfolio growth to 16% by liquidating their portfolio by $23 million.
Net income for the first quarter of 2023 was $8.7 million and diluted earnings per share was $0.90.
Net finance receivables as of March 31, 2023 were $1.7 billion, an increase of $230.2 million, or 15.9%, from the prior-year period.
Total revenue for the first quarter of 2023 was $135.4 million, an increase of $14.5 million, or 12.0%, from the prior-year period.
As of March 31, 2023, 30+ day contractual delinquencies totaled $121.2 million, or 7.2% of net finance receivables.
The company expects that tightened underwriting, a declining inflation rate, and continued strength in the labor market will drive further credit improvement in their portfolio. They remain focused on originating high-quality loans, managing expenses, and maintaining a strong balance sheet. They are also advancing their long-term strategies of geographic expansion and key investments in technology, digital initiatives, and data and analytics.
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