Forward-Looking Analysis PROG Holdings is expected to deliver its second-quarter 2025 financial results on July 23rd, 2025, with analysts projecting an average earnings per share (EPS) of $3.12, indicating a decline of 37.66% compared to the previous year. The revenue forecast for 2025 is approximately $2.5 billion, reflecting a modest growth of 1.29% per year. Despite the slow growth in earnings and revenue, analysts remain confident in the company's ability to generate efficient returns with a projected return on equity (ROE) of 29.17%. The stock currently holds a "Buy" consensus rating, with an average price target of $34.50, suggesting a potential upside of 20.63% from the current share price of $28.60. The forecasted high return on equity and the positive analyst sentiments suggest optimism about the company's future performance.
Historical Performance Review In the first quarter of 2025,
reported a revenue of $684.09 million, net income of $34.72 million, and an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.85. The company achieved a gross profit of $636.07 million, indicating a solid performance in terms of profit margins.
Additional News Recently, analysts have maintained a favorable view of PROG Holdings, with a consensus "Buy" rating from four Wall Street analysts. The company's stock price target is set at an average of $34.50, with expectations of a 20.63% upside. Notably, PROG Holdings has been actively engaging in stock buybacks, repurchasing $26.1 million of its stock in the first quarter of 2025. This move demonstrates management's confidence in the company's prospects and commitment to enhancing shareholder value.
Summary & Outlook PROG Holdings maintains a robust financial position with strong gross profit margins and a favorable return on equity forecast. While earnings and revenue growth projections remain modest, the company's strategic stock repurchase initiatives and positive analyst consensus highlight potential growth catalysts. The projected stock price increase and "Buy" ratings suggest a bullish outlook for the company's future performance. Analysts' confidence in PROG Holdings' ability to generate efficient returns further reinforces this positive sentiment.
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