Encore Capital Group, Inc., a specialty finance company, together with its subsidiaries, provides debt recovery solutions and other related services for consumers across a range of financial assets worldwide. The company purchases portfolios of defaulted consumer receivables at deep discounts to face value, as well as manages them by working with individuals as they repay their obligations and works toward financial recovery. It is also involved in the debt collection and management activities; and the management of non-performing loans. In addition, the company provides portfolio management services to banks for non-performing loans; and financial solutions to individuals who have previously defaulted on their obligations. Further, it focuses on consumer non-performing loans, including insolvencies, and bank and non-bank receivables. Encore Capital Group, Inc. was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in San Diego, California.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Industry Short-term business credit
Sub-IndustryConsumer Finance
SectorFinance
SymbolNASDAQ:ECPG
CUSIP29255410
Phone877-445-4581
Debt
Debt-to-Equity Ratio5.74
Current Ratio0.63
Quick Ratio0.63
Price-To-Earnings
Trailing P/E Ratio6.39
Forward P/E Ratio6.14
P/E Growth0.46
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$1.19 billion
Price / Sales0.77
Cash Flow$5.8031 per share
Price / Cash5.08
Book Value$22.22 per share
Price / Book1.33
Profitability
EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$4.01
Net Income$83.22 million
Net Margins6.84%
Return on Equity20.28%
Return on Assets2.66%
Miscellaneous
Employees8,200
Outstanding Shares30,840,000
Market Cap$889.05 million
Encore Capital Group (NASDAQ:ECPG) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Encore Capital Group's stock symbol?
Encore Capital Group trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "ECPG."
How were Encore Capital Group's earnings last quarter?
Encore Capital Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:ECPG) issued its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, August, 8th. The asset manager reported $1.33 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of $1.12 by $0.21. The asset manager earned $349.75 million during the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $335.05 million. Encore Capital Group had a return on equity of 20.28% and a net margin of 6.84%. The business's quarterly revenue was up 20.2% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the prior year, the business posted $0.87 earnings per share. View Encore Capital Group's Earnings History.
When is Encore Capital Group's next earnings date?
What price target have analysts set for ECPG?
6 analysts have issued 1-year target prices for Encore Capital Group's shares. Their forecasts range from $37.00 to $57.00. On average, they anticipate Encore Capital Group's stock price to reach $49.3333 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 67.3% from the stock's current price. View Analyst Price Targets for Encore Capital Group.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for Encore Capital Group?
6 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Encore Capital Group in the last year. There are currently 3 hold ratings and 3 buy ratings for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Buy." View Analyst Ratings for Encore Capital Group.
Who are some of Encore Capital Group's key competitors?
Who are Encore Capital Group's key executives?
Encore Capital Group's management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. Ashish Masih, Pres, CEO & Director (Age 52)
- Mr. Jonathan C. Clark, Exec. VP, CFO & Treasurer (Age 59)
- Mr. Gregory L. Call, Exec. VP, Gen. Counsel, Chief Administrator Officer & Corp. Sec. (Age 51)
- Mr. Paul J. Grinberg, Pres of International (Age 57)
- Mr. Carl Eberling, Chief Information Officer & Sr. VP of Information Technology
Who are Encore Capital Group's major shareholders?
Which major investors are buying Encore Capital Group stock?
How do I buy shares of Encore Capital Group?
Shares of ECPG can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is Encore Capital Group's stock price today?
One share of ECPG stock can currently be purchased for approximately $29.48.
How big of a company is Encore Capital Group?
Encore Capital Group has a market capitalization of $889.05 million and generates $1.19 billion in revenue each year. The asset manager earns $83.22 million in net income (profit) each year or $4.01 on an earnings per share basis. Encore Capital Group employs 8,200 workers across the globe.
What is Encore Capital Group's official website?
How can I contact Encore Capital Group?
Encore Capital Group's mailing address is 3111 CAMINO DEL RIO NORTH SUITE 103, SAN DIEGO CA, 92108. The asset manager can be reached via phone at 877-445-4581 or via email at [email protected]
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