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Upbound

Upbound released FY2026 Q1 earnings on April 30 Pre-Market (EST), actual revenue USD 1.22 B (forecast USD 1.22 B), actual EPS USD 0.61 (forecast USD 1.0725)

Upbound to Release FY2026 Q1 Earnings on April 30 Pre-Market EST, Forecast Revenue USD 1.226 B, EPS USD 1.068

Upbound released FY2025 annual earnings on February 19 Pre-Market (EST), actual revenue USD 4.695 B (forecast USD 4.671 B), actual EPS USD 1.25 (forecast USD 1.8566)

Upbound released FY2025 Q4 earnings on February 19 Pre-Market (EST), actual revenue USD 1.196 B (forecast USD 1.172 B), actual EPS USD 0.34 (forecast USD 0.94)

Upbound to release FY2025 Q4 earnings on February 19, Pre-Market EST, with forecast revenue of USD 1.173 B and EPS of USD 0.94

Upbound released FY2025 Q3 earnings on October 30 Pre-Market (EST), actual revenue USD 1.165 B (forecast USD 1.144 B), actual EPS USD 0.22 (forecast USD 0.9542)

Upbound released FY2025 9 Months earnings on October 30 Pre-Market (EST), actual revenue USD 3.499 B, actual EPS USD 0.9

Upbound to Release FY2025 Q3 Earnings on October 30 Pre-Market EST, Forecast Revenue USD 1.144 B, EPS USD 0.9542

Upbound released FY2025 Semi-Annual earnings on July 31 Pre-Market EST, actual revenue USD 2.334 B, actual EPS USD 0.6795

Upbound FY2025 Q2 Earnings Release on July 31 Pre-Market EST: Actual Revenue USD 0 (Forecast USD 1.144 B), Actual EPS USD 0 (Forecast USD 1.0271)

Upbound to release FY2025 Q2 earnings on July 31 Pre-Market EST, forecast revenue USD 1.144 B, EPS USD 1.0271

Jeffrey J. Brown Acquired Upbound Group Inc. Common Stock

Upbound Group Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend of $0.39

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Raymond James Reiterates Outperform Rating on Upbound Group

Upbound released FY2025 Q1 earnings on May 1 Pre-Market (EST), actual revenue USD 1.176 B (forecast USD 1.129 B), actual EPS USD 0.42 (forecast USD 0.8862)

Upbound Group's Q1 revenue beats estimates

Renaissance Technologies LLC substantially increased its holdings of Upbound Group stock

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Upbound Group announced that Bryan Pechersky will resign as Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, effective June 5, 2026. The resignation is not due to any disagreement with the Company. Replacement information has not been disclosed.

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Upbound Group's Bryan Pechersky to Resign as Executive VP, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary

Zacks highlights H&R Block, Kohl’s, and Upbound Group as oversold consumer stocks with dividend yields over 3% and strong buy ratings. These companies offer low valuations, positive earnings revisions, and consistent shareholder returns, appealing to value and income-focused investors. Major indexes have recently reached record levels, bolstered by strong earnings and improving global trade sentiment.

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A new shortlist highlights the top 10 small-cap stocks with low forward P/E and strong profitability, including Ironwood Pharmaceuticals and Upbound Group. However, rising 10-year Treasury yields may negatively impact small caps dependent on debt financing and consumer demand, affecting their valuations. Conversely, sectors like AI infrastructure and energy, represented by Mayville Engineering and Infinity Natural Resources, may benefit from shifts in corporate capital expenditures.

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Analysts recommend two dividend stocks for investment: Global Ship Lease (GSL) with a 6.16% yield and an 18.81% upside, and Upbound Group (UPBD) with an 8.88% yield and a 64% upside. Both stocks have Strong Buy ratings and Smart Scores of Eight. GSL is expected to report Q1 2026 earnings soon, while UPBD's revenue rose 3.7% in Q1 2026, driven by its fintech unit. Both companies show potential for capital gains in the current market.

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Upbound Group (NASDAQ:UPBD) reported Q1 2026 results, with revenue of $1.2 billion, up 3.7% year-over-year, and adjusted EBITDA of $136 million, an increase of nearly 8%. The company is focusing on a tech-enabled financial platform and saw significant growth in its Bridgit segment, with revenue up over 40%. Acima's lease charge-offs improved to 8.8%, while GMV is expected to grow in the second half of 2026. Rent A Center achieved same-store sales growth and partnered with Amazon. The company aims for 2026 revenue guidance of $4.7 to $4.95 billion and reduced leverage to 2.6 times adjusted EBITDA.

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Upbound Group Reports Q1 2026 Results: Full Earnings Call Transcript

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Upbound | 8-K: FY2026 Q1 Revenue Misses Estimate at USD 1.2 B

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On April 21, 2026, Upbound Group's Rent-A-Center announced a partnership with Amazon, allowing customers to pick up orders and make returns at over 1,700 U.S. stores. This collaboration aims to increase foot traffic and customer engagement, potentially enhancing Upbound's investment narrative. While the deal could support revenue growth, challenges remain, including managing credit risk and consumer spending. Upbound projects $5.6 billion in revenue by 2029, but analysts caution that tighter underwriting and weaker trends could limit growth. Investors are advised to consider various perspectives before making decisions.

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Did Turning 1,700 Rent-A-Center Stores into Amazon Hubs Just Shift Upbound Group's (UPBD) Investment Narrative?

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Dividend stocks are a reliable source of passive income, especially in uncertain markets. Analysts have identified three top dividend stocks with yields over 7% and strong buy ratings: JBS (7.97% yield, 16.65% upside), Sixth Street Specialty Lending (7.97% yield, 12.75% upside), and Upbound Group (8.88% yield, 62% upside). These stocks have high Smart Scores, indicating their potential to outperform the market.

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