Wasatch Global Investors highlighted EZCORP as a top contributor to its Micro-Cap Fund in the first quarter of 2026. The pawn-services provider has benefited from rising demand as consumers face stress from high prices for food, fuel, and housing, and it has also seen higher earnings from jewelry scrapping amid elevated gold prices. The fund trimmed its position on strength after gold prices eased off recent highs during the quarter. EZCORP shares gained 139.40% over the past 52 weeks and closed at $31.72 on June 18, 2026, with a market capitalization of $1.95 billion.
EZCORP IncConsumer stress from high prices drives demand for pawn services.