Upbound Group, Inc. · Technology · Software - Application
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Last
$21.46
−$0.58 (−2.61%) 4:00 PM ET
After hours$21.86
+$0.41 (+1.89%) 8:47 PM ET
Prev closePrevC$22.03
OpenOpen$21.69
Day highHigh$21.69
Day lowLow$20.96
VolumeVol888,552
Avg volAvgVol746,338
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Mkt cap
$1.24B
P/E ratio
17.30
FY Revenue
$4.70B
EPS
1.24
Gross Margin
48.39%
Sector
Technology
AI report sections
BULLISH
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Upbound Group, Inc.
Upbound Group shows short- to medium-term price momentum with the stock rebounding 29.6% over three months and trading above key moving averages, while longer-term returns over six and twelve months remain negative. Fundamentals indicate solid gross profitability and positive free cash flow but also pressure on net income growth and relatively high leverage. Valuation metrics such as modest P/E, low EV/EBITDA, and a high dividend and free cash flow yield are counterbalanced by elevated short interest and a high short volume ratio, suggesting a mixed risk-reward profile.
AI summarized at 10:56 AM ET, 2026-02-18
AI summary scores
INTRADAY:63SWING:67LONG:58
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+33% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 1.33×
RSI
62.65(Strong)
Strong (60–70)
0255075100
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.01 (Strong)
MACD: 0.05 Signal: 0.04
Short-Term
+0.10 (Strong)
MACD: 0.71 Signal: 0.61
Long-Term
+0.15 (Strong)
MACD: 0.98 Signal: 0.83
Intraday trend score
73.97
LOW46.97HIGH73.97
Latest news
UPBD•12 articles•Positive: 1Neutral: 1Negative: 1
PositiveThe Motley Fool• Rick Munarriz
This Under-the-Radar Stock Yielding 8.2% Could Be a Big Winner in 2026
Upbound Group (formerly Rent-A-Center) offers an 8.2% dividend yield with a forward P/E ratio below 4, supported by strategic acquisitions of Acima and Brigit. Despite a 35% decline over the past year, the company's revenue growth, strong profitability, and dividend increases position it as a potential turnaround opportunity in 2026, though economic sensitivity and high debt remain risks.
The article presents Upbound as an undervalued turnaround opportunity with an attractive 8.2% dividend yield, strong forward P/E ratio below 4, consistent revenue growth in high single digits, and strategic acquisitions (Acima and Brigit) that expand its market reach. The author believes the stock decline has priced in risks and sees potential for upside in 2026.
NeutralBenzinga• Globe Newswire
Leasing Industry Icon Mitch Fadel Joins DriveItAway Holdings Board of Advisors
Mitch Fadel, former CEO of Upbound Group and Rent-A-Center, has joined DriveItAway Holdings' Board of Advisors to help transform automotive retail and expand vehicle accessibility for underserved markets.
Mentioned as previous company of new board advisor, no significant positive or negative implications
NegativeGlobeNewswire Inc.• N/A
FlexShopper Files Patent Infringement Lawsuits Against Upbound Group, Inc. and Katapult Holdings, Inc.
FlexShopper has filed patent infringement lawsuits against Upbound Group and Katapult Holdings, alleging unauthorized use of its patented lease-to-own technologies. The company is seeking injunctive relief and monetary damages.
Upbound Group is accused of infringing on FlexShopper's patents, which could lead to legal consequences and financial damages.
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Compared to Estimates, Upbound Group (UPBD) Q1 Earnings: A Look at Key Metrics
Although the revenue and EPS for Upbound Group (UPBD) give a sense of how its business performed in the quarter ended March 2024, it might be worth considering how some key metrics compare with Wall Street estimates and the year-ago numbers.
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Upbound Group (UPBD) Tops Q1 Earnings and Revenue Estimates
Upbound Group (UPBD) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 2.60% and 3.29%, respectively, for the quarter ended March 2024. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?
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