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Encore Capital Group Inc (DE:ECP)
BERLIN:ECP
ECP Stock Chart & Stats
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€24.40 - €48.80
Previous CloseN/A
Volume0.00
Average Volume (3M)0.00
Market Cap
$714.08M
Enterprise Value€4.69B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$7.58M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$318.01M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.66
Next Earnings
May 07, 2025EPS Estimate
1.06Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)N/A
Shares Outstanding23,691,292
10 Day Avg. Volume0
30 Day Avg. Volume0
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG RatioN/A
Price to Book (P/B)N/A
Price to Sales (P/S)0.63
Price to Cash Flow (P/CF)8.80
P/FCF Ratio1.50
Enterprise Value/Market Cap6.56
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit5.24
Enterprise Value/Ebitda24.21
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$52.01Price Target Upside71.10% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
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Encore Capital News
PremiumCompany Announcements
Encore Capital Appoints Tomas Hernanz as CFO
PremiumCompany Announcements
Encore Capital Group’s Mixed Earnings Call: Growth Amid Challenges
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Encore Capital Group Reports 2024 Financial Results
PremiumCompany Announcements
Encore Capital Reports Strong Q4 2024 Growth---
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Financial PerformanceEncore Capital Group closed out 2024 with record collections and purchases in the fourth quarter, showcasing strong results driven by favorable conditions in the U.S. market.
Market ConditionsManagement conveyed a robust purchasing environment in the U.S. market, with supply at record levels and an optimistic purchasing outlook.
Share RepurchaseManagement indicates readiness to resume share repurchases as leverage approaches the targeted range, signaling confidence in the company's financial stability.
Bears Say
Competitive MarketsThe UK and European markets remain competitive, with pricing not yet reflecting the higher cost of capital.
Impairment And Write-downsEncore Capital Group reported a significant non-cash goodwill impairment at its European Cabot business, along with a write-down of expected future recoveries on the Cabot portfolio.
One-time ExpensesThe company recorded a variety of one-time expenses in the fourth quarter, resulting in a $262 million impact on results.
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Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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Ownership Overview
3.47% Insiders
40.63%
Mutual Funds
0.34% Other Institutional Investors
26.98% Public Companies and
Individual Investors
ECP FAQ
What was Encore Capital Group Inc’s price range in the past 12 months?
Encore Capital Group Inc lowest stock price was €24.40 and its highest was €48.80 in the past 12 months.
What is Encore Capital Group Inc’s market cap?
Encore Capital Group Inc’s market cap is $714.08M.
When is Encore Capital Group Inc’s upcoming earnings report date?
Encore Capital Group Inc’s upcoming earnings report date is May 07, 2025 which is in 10 days.
How were Encore Capital Group Inc’s earnings last quarter?
Encore Capital Group Inc released its earnings results on Feb 26, 2025. The company reported -€8.288 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of €1.337 by -€9.626.
Is Encore Capital Group Inc overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Encore Capital Group Inc’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Encore Capital Group Inc pay dividends?
Encore Capital Group Inc does not currently pay dividends.
What is Encore Capital Group Inc’s EPS estimate?
Encore Capital Group Inc’s EPS estimate is 1.06.
How many shares outstanding does Encore Capital Group Inc have?
Encore Capital Group Inc has 23,691,292 shares outstanding.
What happened to Encore Capital Group Inc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Encore Capital Group Inc reported an EPS of -€8.288 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of €1.337. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.424%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Encore Capital Group Inc?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:ECP
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Encore Capital Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$52.01 (71.10% Upside)
$52.01 (71.10% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
DE:ECP Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 67%
Sector Average 67%
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth $3.1M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-17.67%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-16.34%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
3.44%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Encore Capital Group Inc
Encore Capital Group, Inc., a specialty finance company, provides debt recovery solutions and other related services for consumers across 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 provision of early stage collection, business process outsourcing, and contingent collection services, as well as debt servicing and other portfolio management services to credit originator for non-performing loans. The company was incorporated in 1999 and is headquartered in San Diego, California.
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ECP Company Deck
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ECP Earnings Call
Q4 2025
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call reflects a mixed sentiment. While Encore achieved record portfolio purchases and significant growth in collections and cash generation, it faced challenges with Cabot's restructuring and impairments due to issues in the UK and European markets. The strong performance in the U.S. and improved leverage ratio indicate positive momentum, but the substantial write-downs and restructuring in Europe present significant hurdles.Read More>---
ECP Revenue Breakdown
64.81% U.S.
24.17% U.K.
10.98% Other European countries
0.03% Other
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ECP Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
€52.01
▲(71.10% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Best Analysts Covering ECP
1 Year
1 Year Success Rate
10/24 ratings generated profit
1 Year Average Return
+5.12%
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