EZCorp: A Decent Buying Opportunity Amid Macroeconomic Uncertainty

  • EZCORP benefits from a countercyclical pawn business model, thriving during economic stress and inflation as demand for short-term loans and pre-owned goods rises. The company is an indirect beneficiary of surging gold prices, which boosts loan values, inventory gains, and overall profitability due to its jewelry-heavy collateral base. EZPW trades at a low price-to-book ratio relative to its sustainable ROE, offering an attractive yield and potential upside, especially with digital initiatives underway.