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BlackRock Inc. acquired a new stake in shares of Upbound Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: UPBD) in the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The firm acquired 9,152,511 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $194,216,000. BlackRock Inc. owned approximately 15.70% of Upbound Group as of
UPBD looks cheap with an 8% dividend yield and stronger cash flow, but soft demand, fraud losses and execution risks keep the value case in check.
Upbound Group, Inc. UPBD delivered second-quarter 2026 results that were stable at the consolidated level but sharply divided by segment. Revenues increased 0.5% year over year to $1.16 billion, while adjusted EBITDA declined 4.6% to $127 million as softer consumer demand and higher costs weighed on the lease-to-own businesses.
Upbound Group highlights Brigit growth, digital expansion and disciplined portfolio management as it balances consumer pressure and cash generation.
Upbound Group, Inc. (UPBD) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Upbound Group NASDAQ: UPBD reported second-quarter 2026 results that were within its guidance, as improved portfolio performance and cash generation helped offset pressure on consumer demand, particularly for discretionary durable goods.
UPBD meets Q2 earnings estimates as Brigit growth & solid execution offset softer demand, but a lower FY'26 revenue outlook signals a more cautious sales view.
Upbound Group (UPBD) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.07 per share, in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate . This compares to earnings of $1.12 per share a year ago.