FirstCash Holdings

None of the warning signs we check for were found.

We look for five warning signs: doubt it can keep going, weak checks on its own accounts, a notice that its past accounts can't be relied on, a change of auditor, and one customer bringing in a big share of sales. We don't check lawsuits, investigations or debt yet.

We checked the auditor's report, internal controls, restatement notices, auditor changes and big customers in the 10-K filed 9 Feb 2026, plus the 10-Q filed 27 Jul 2026 and 15 later 8-Ks.

Cheap for a reason is the question the numbers cannot answer.

Whether the price already reflects the risks is what the deep dive is for.

• Changes impacting international trade and corporate tax and other related regulatory provisions may have an adverse effect on the Company’s financial condition and results of operations.

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  Furthermore, Mexico’s judiciary is undergoing a substantial overhaul via a 2024 constitutional reform, transitioning from an appointed system to one where federal judges, magistrates, and even Supreme Court justices are popularly elected by vote, starting with 2025 elections, to combat corruption but raising concerns about independence, expertise, and potential political influence from the ruling party. Key changes include popular elections, restructuring governing bodies (replacing the Federal Judiciary Council), reducing Supreme Court size, and lowering qualifications for some judges, creating significant debate over the rule of law and stability. There is no guarantee as to the impact these reforms may have on our Mexican operations if at all.

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• Unexpected changes in both domestic and foreign tax laws and policies could negatively impact the Company’s operating results.

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  For example, on July 4, 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (“OBBBA”) was enacted, introducing broad changes to the U.S. tax code, including modifications to corporate and international provisions, which are primarily effective for the Company beginning in 2026 and 2027. The Company is continuing to assess OBBBA’s impact on its financial results. In addition, various foreign taxing jurisdictions enacted local legislation formally adopting the Global Anti-Base Erosion Model Rules (“Pillar Two”), which generally provides for a minimum effective tax rate of 15%, as established by the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development Pillar Two Framework. The effective dates were generally January 1, 2024, and January 1, 2025 for different aspects of the rules and vary by jurisdiction. More jurisdictions are expected to implement the model rules under local law in the future, with varying effective dates. Additionally, OBBBA includes modifications to the international tax framework. While the Company continues to evaluate the effect of these legislative changes as additional guidance becomes available, uncertainty remains regarding the timing and interpretation by tax authorities in affected jurisdictions.

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• The Company’s future growth is dependent on its ability to keep pace with the adoption of technological advances, including generative artificial intelligence and other machine learning technologies, to remain competitive.

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  The Company’s industry is marked by rapid technological developments and innovations, such as the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning, to conform to evolving industry standards. The Company may be required to make significant investments in its information technology systems, including those related to artificial intelligence and machine learning, in order to maintain its competitive position in the market. If the Company is unable to provide enhancements and new features and integrations for its existing products, develop new products that achieve market acceptance, or innovate quickly enough to keep pace with these rapid technological developments, its business could be harmed. Furthermore, the technical challenges associated with developing this technology may be significant, leading to risk of equipment failures, customer disruptions, or vulnerabilities that could compromise the integrity, security, or privacy of certain customer information. These failures could result in reputational damage, legal liabilities, or loss in customer confidence. Moreover, transitioning to these new or upgraded systems or technological developments requires significant capital investments and personnel resources. Implementation is also highly dependent on the coordination of numerous associates, contractors and software and system providers. If the Company’s information technology systems, upgrades and associated change management are not adequate to support its business and its strategic initiatives, the Company’s financial condition and results of operations could be adversely affected, and its business may become less competitive.

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• Changes impacting international trade and corporate tax and other related regulatory provisions may have an adverse effect on the Company’s financial condition and results of operations.

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  Many of the foreign countries in which the Company operates impose costs on non-domestic companies through the use of local regulations, tariffs, labor controls and other federal or state requirements or legislation. In addition, the U.S., China, Canada, Mexico, European Union and other countries have imposed, or threatened to impose, new or enhanced tariffs, quotas, trade barriers and other restrictions on imports into their respective territories. Numerous trade restrictions are currently in effect and such restrictions, coupled with the risk of retaliatory steps taken in response to such restrictions, could potentially serve to depress economic activity generally in the U.S., adversely affecting consumers and contributing to general market volatility.

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• Risks Related to the Company’s Strategy, Business and Operations

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  • The Company’s future growth is dependent on its ability to keep pace with technological advances, including the adoption of generative artificial intelligence and other machine learning technologies, to remain competitive.