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Enova Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results
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Originations rose 20% and total company revenue increased 25% from the fourth quarter of 2023Diluted earnings per share of $2.30 increased 104% and adjusted earnings per share1 of $2.61 rose 43% compared to the fourth quarter of 2023Net revenue margin of 57% in the fourth quarter of 2024, compared to 56% in the fourth quarter of 2023, was in line with our expectations and reflects continued strong credit performanceLiquidity, including cash and marketable securities and available capacity on facilities, totaled $1.3 billion at December 31
CHICAGO, Feb. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Enova International (NYSE: ENVA), a leading financial services company powered by machine learning and world-class analytics, today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2024.
“We are pleased to report our strongest year yet with full year 2024 originations, revenue and adjusted EPS all reaching the highest levels in our company’s history. This success was driven by our world class team, strong competitive position and dedication to unit economics” said David Fisher, Enova’s CEO. “Our portfolio expanded to nearly $4 billion, as a result of continued strength in both our SMB and consumer businesses. Looking ahead, we believe we have significant momentum heading into 2025 and are confident in our ability to continue meeting our customer needs while creating value for our shareholders.”
Fourth Quarter 2024 Summary
Total revenue of $730 million increased 25% from $584 million in the fourth quarter of 2023.Net revenue margin of 57% was consistent with 56% in the fourth quarter of 2023, reflecting continued solid credit performance.Net income of $64 million, or $2.30 per diluted share, increased 83% from $35 million, or $1.13 per diluted share, in the fourth quarter of 2023.Adjusted EBITDA1 of $174 million increased 34% from $130 million in the fourth quarter of 2023.Adjusted earnings per share1 of $2.61 increased 43% from $1.83 per diluted share in the fourth quarter of 2023.Total company combined loans and finance receivables1 increased 20% from the end of the fourth quarter of 2023 to a record $4.0 billion with total company originations of $1.7 billion in the quarter.Repurchased $51 million of common stock under the company’s share repurchase program.
Full Year 2024 Summary
Total revenue of $2.7 billion increased 26% from $2.1 billion in 2023.Net revenue margin of 58% was flat compared to 2023.Net income of $209 million, or $7.43 per diluted share, increased 20% from $175 million, or $5.49 per diluted share, in 2023.Adjusted EBITDA1 of $657 million increased 31% from $503 million in 2023.Adjusted earnings per share1 of $9.15 increased 34% from $6.85 in 2023.
1 Non-GAAP measure. Refer to “Non-GAAP Financial Measures,” “Loans and Finance Receivables Financial and Operating Data,” and “Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures” below for additional information.
“We are proud to close out 2024 with record top- and bottom-line results,” said Steve Cunningham, CFO of Enova. “Our strong financial results for the fourth quarter and full-year 2024 continue to showcase the powerful combination of our diversified product offerings, scalable operating model, world-class risk management capabilities and balance sheet flexibility that have driven our ability to deliver consistently strong financial results.”
Conference Call
Enova will host a conference call to discuss its fourth quarter and full year 2024 results at 4 p.m. Central Time / 5 p.m. Eastern Time today, February 4th. The live webcast of the call can be accessed at the Enova Investor Relations website at http://ir.enova.com, along with the company’s earnings press release and supplemental financial information. The U.S. dial-in for the call is 1-855-560-2575 (1-412-542-4161 for non-U.S. callers). Please ask to join the Enova International call. A replay of the conference call will be available until February 11, 2025, at 10:59 p.m. Central Time / 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time, while an archived version of the webcast will be available on the Enova International Investor Relations website for 90 days. The U.S. dial-in for the conference call replay is 1-877-344-7529 (1-412-317-0088). The replay access code is 6182379.
About Enova
Enova International (NYSE: ENVA) is a leading financial services company with powerful online lending that serves small businesses and consumers who are underserved by traditional banks. Through its world-class analytics and machine learning algorithms, Enova has provided more than 11.8 million customers with over $59 billion in loans and financing. You can learn more about the company and its portfolio of businesses at www.enova.com.
Cautionary Statement Concerning Forward Looking Statements
This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 about the business, financial condition and prospects of Enova. These forward-looking statements give current expectations or forecasts of future events and reflect the views and assumptions of Enova’s senior management with respect to the business, financial condition and prospects of Enova as of the date of this release and are not guarantees of future performance. The actual results of Enova could differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements because of various risks and uncertainties applicable to Enova’s business, including, without limitation, those risks and uncertainties indicated in Enova’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including our annual report on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Forms 10-Q and current reports on Forms 8-K. These risks and uncertainties are beyond the ability of Enova to control, and, in many cases, Enova cannot predict all of the risks and uncertainties that could cause its actual results to differ materially from those indicated by the forward-looking statements. When used in this release, the words “believes,” “estimates,” “plans,” “expects,” “anticipates” and similar expressions or variations as they relate to Enova or its management are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Enova cautions you not to put undue reliance on these statements. Enova disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements after the date of this release.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
In addition to the financial information prepared in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States, or GAAP, Enova provides historical non-GAAP financial information. Enova presents non-GAAP financial information because such measures are used by management in understanding the activities and business metrics of Enova’s operations. Management believes that these non-GAAP financial measures reflect an additional way of viewing aspects of Enova’s business that, when viewed with its GAAP results, provide a more complete understanding of factors and trends affecting its business.
Management provides non-GAAP financial information for informational purposes and to enhance understanding of Enova’s GAAP consolidated financial statements. Readers should consider the information in addition to, but not instead of or superior to, Enova’s financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP. This non-GAAP financial information may be determined or calculated differently by other companies, limiting the usefulness of those measures for comparative purposes.
Combined Loans and Finance Receivables
The combined loans and finance receivables measures are non-GAAP measures that include loans and finance receivables that Enova owns or has purchased and loans that Enova guarantees. Management believes these non-GAAP measures provide management and investors with important information needed to evaluate the magnitude of potential receivable losses and the opportunity for revenue performance of the loans and finance receivable portfolio on an aggregate basis. Management also believes that the comparison of the aggregate amounts from period to period is more meaningful than comparing only the amounts reflected on Enova’s consolidated balance sheet since revenue is impacted by the aggregate amount of receivables owned by Enova and those guaranteed by Enova as reflected in its consolidated financial statements.
Adjusted Earnings Measures
Enova provides adjusted earnings and adjusted earnings per share, or, collectively, the Adjusted Earnings Measures, which are non-GAAP measures. Management believes that the presentation of these measures provides investors with greater transparency and facilitates comparison of operating results across a broad spectrum of companies with varying capital structures, compensation strategies, derivative instruments and amortization methods, which can provide a more complete understanding of Enova’s financial performance, competitive position and prospects for the future. Management utilizes, and also believes that investors utilize, the Adjusted Earnings Measures to assess operating performance, recognizing that such measures may highlight trends in Enova’s business that may not otherwise be apparent when relying on financial measures calculated in accordance with GAAP. In addition, management believes that the Adjusted Earnings Measures are useful to management and investors in comparing Enova’s financial results during the periods shown without the effect of certain items that are not indicative of Enova’s core operating performance or results of operations.
Adjusted EBITDA Measures
Enova provides Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA margin, or, collectively, the Adjusted EBITDA measures, which are non-GAAP measures. Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP measure that Enova defines as earnings excluding depreciation, amortization, interest, foreign currency transaction gains or losses, taxes, stock-based compensation and certain other items, as appropriate, that are not indicative of our core operating performance. Adjusted EBITDA margin is a non-GAAP measure that Enova defines as Adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of total revenue. Management utilizes, and also believes that investors utilize, Adjusted EBITDA Measures to analyze operating performance and evaluate Enova’s ability to incur and service debt and Enova’s capacity for making capital expenditures. Enova believes that Adjusted EBITDA is useful to management and investors in comparing Enova’s financial results during the periods shown without the effect of certain non-cash items and certain items that are not indicative of Enova’s core operating performance or results of operations. Adjusted EBITDA Measures are also useful to investors to help assess Enova’s estimated enterprise value.
ENOVA INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(dollars in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
December 31,
2024
2023
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
$
73,910
$
54,357
Restricted cash
248,758
323,082
Loans and finance receivables at fair value
4,386,444
3,629,167
Income taxes receivable
40,690
44,129
Other receivables and prepaid expenses
63,752
71,982
Property and equipment, net
119,956
108,705
Operating lease right-of-use asset
18,201
14,251
Goodwill
279,275
279,275
Intangible assets, net
10,951
19,005
Other assets
24,194
41,583
Total assets
$
5,266,131
$
4,585,536
Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity
Accounts payable and accrued expenses
$
249,970
$
261,156
Operating lease liability
32,165
27,042
Deferred tax liabilities, net
223,590
113,350
Long-term debt
3,563,482
2,943,805
Total liabilities
4,069,207
3,345,353
Commitments and contingencies
Stockholders’ equity:
Common stock, $0.00001 par value, 250,000,000 shares authorized, 46,520,916 and 45,339,814 shares
issued and 25,808,096 and 29,089,258 outstanding as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively
—
—
Preferred stock, $0.00001 par value, 25,000,000 shares authorized, no shares issued and outstanding
—
—
Additional paid in capital
328,268
284,256
Retained earnings
1,697,754
1,488,306
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
(13,691)
(6,264)
Treasury stock, at cost (20,712,820 and 16,250,556 shares as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively)
(815,407)
(526,115)
Total stockholders’ equity
1,196,924
1,240,183
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity
$
5,266,131
$
4,585,536
ENOVA INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
(in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended
Year Ended
December 31,
December 31,
2024
2023
2024
2023
Revenue
$
729,551
$
583,592
$
2,657,800
$
2,117,639
Change in Fair Value
(316,515)
(258,556)
(1,128,351)
(887,717)
Net Revenue
413,036
325,036
1,529,449
1,229,922
Operating Expenses
Marketing
151,178
122,226
523,569
414,460
Operations and technology
58,431
47,089
224,391
194,905
General and administrative
38,035
49,148
156,524
160,265
Depreciation and amortization
10,196
9,034
40,207
38,157
Total Operating Expenses
257,840
227,497
944,691
807,787
Income from Operations
155,196
97,539
584,758
422,135
Interest expense, net
(76,989)
(57,208)
(290,442)
(194,779)
Foreign currency transaction (loss) gain, net
(902)
49
(1,064)
57
Equity method investment income (loss)
92
1,251
(16,460)
116
Other nonoperating expenses
—
(3)
(5,691)
(282)
Income before Income Taxes
77,397
41,628
271,101
227,247
Provision for income taxes
13,702
6,860
61,653
52,126
Net income
$
63,695
$
34,768
$
209,448
$
175,121
Earnings Per Share:
Earnings per common share:
Basic
$
2.44
$
1.17
$
7.78
$
5.71
Diluted
$
2.30
$
1.13
$
7.43
$
5.49
Weighted average common shares outstanding:
Basic
26,141
29,687
26,920
30,673
Diluted
27,666
30,887
28,202
31,921
ENOVA INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOW
(dollars in thousands)
(Unaudited)
Year Ended December 31,
2024
2023
Cash flows provided by operating activities
$
1,538,576
$
1,166,869
Cash flows from investing activities
Loans and finance receivables
(1,867,773)
(1,449,417)
Property and equipment additions
(43,422)
(45,241)
Total cash flows used in investing activities
(1,911,195)
(1,494,658)
Cash flows provided by financing activities
318,882
526,541
Effect of exchange rates on cash
(1,034)
287
Net change in cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash
(54,771)
199,039
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of year
377,439
178,400
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of period
$
322,668
$
377,439
ENOVA INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
LOANS AND FINANCE RECEIVABLES FINANCIAL AND OPERATING DATA
(dollars in thousands)
The following table includes financial information for loans and finance receivables, which is based on loan and finance receivable balances for the three months ended December 31, 2024 and 2023.
Three Months Ended December 31
2024
2023
Change
Ending combined loan and finance receivable principal balance:
Company owned
$
3,810,444
$
3,154,735
$
655,709
Guaranteed by the Company(a)
19,859
13,537
6,322
Total combined loan and finance receivable principal balance(b)
$
3,830,303
$
3,168,272
$
662,031
Ending combined loan and finance receivable fair value balance:
Company owned
$
4,386,444
$
3,629,167
$
757,277
Guaranteed by the Company(a)
28,414
18,534
9,880
Ending combined loan and finance receivable fair value balance(b)
$
4,414,858
$
3,647,701
$
767,157
Fair value as a % of principal(c)
115.3
%
115.1
%
0.2
%
Ending combined loan and finance receivable balance, including principal and accrued fees/interest outstanding:
Company owned
$
3,966,486
$
3,297,082
$
669,404
Guaranteed by the Company(a)
23,826
16,351
7,475
Ending combined loan and finance receivable balance(b)
$
3,990,312
$
3,313,433
$
676,879
Average combined loan and finance receivable balance, including principal and accrued fees/interest outstanding:
Company owned(d)
$
3,842,144
$
3,141,479
$
700,665
Guaranteed by the Company(a)(d)
22,060
16,341
5,719
Average combined loan and finance receivable balance(a)(d)
$
3,864,204
$
3,157,820
$
706,384
Installment loans as percentage of average combined loan and finance receivable balance
44.9
%
50.2
%
(5.3)
%
Line of credit accounts as percentage of average combined loan and finance receivable balance
55.1
%
49.8
%
5.3
%
Revenue
$
719,410
$
574,721
$
144,689
Change in fair value
(314,091)
(256,412)
(57,679)
Net revenue
405,319
318,309
87,010
Net revenue margin
56.3
%
55.4
%
0.9
%
Combined loan and finance receivable originations and purchases
$
1,714,919
$
1,425,785
$
289,134
Delinquencies:
>30 days delinquent
$
297,832
$
263,524
$
34,308
>30 days delinquent as a % of loan and finance receivable balance(c)
7.5
%
8.0
%
(0.5)
%
Charge-offs:
Charge-offs (net of recoveries)
$
342,183
$
305,436
$
36,747
Charge-offs (net of recoveries) as a % of average loan and finance receivable balance(d)
8.9
%
9.7
%
(0.8)
%
(a)
Represents loans originated by third-party lenders through the CSO programs, which are not included in our consolidated balance sheets.
(b)
Non-GAAP measure.
(c)
Determined using period-end balances.
(d)
The average combined loan and finance receivable balance is the average of the month-end balances during the period.
ENOVA INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
RECONCILIATION OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES
(dollars in thousands, except per share data)
Adjusted Earnings Measures
Three Months Ended
Year Ended
December 31,
December 31,
2024
2023
2024
2023
Net income
$
63,695
$
34,768
$
209,448
$
175,121
Adjustments:
Transaction-related costs(a)
—
755
327
755
Lease termination and cease use costs(b)
—
—
—
1,698
Equity method investment (income) loss(c)
(92)
(1,251)
16,460
(116)
Other nonoperating expenses(d)
—
3
5,691
282
Intangible asset amortization
2,014
2,014
8,055
8,385
Stock-based compensation expense
8,297
7,458
31,816
26,738
Foreign currency transaction loss (gain), net
902
(49)
1,064
(57)
Cumulative tax effect of adjustments
(2,608)
(2,293)
(14,789)
(9,456)
Regulatory settlement(e)
—
15,201
—
15,201
Adjusted earnings
$
72,208
$
56,606
$
258,072
$
218,551
Diluted earnings per share
$
2.30
$
1.13
$
7.43
$
5.49
Adjusted earnings per share
$
2.61
$
1.83
$
9.15
$
6.85
Adjusted EBITDA
Three Months Ended
Year Ended
December 31,
December 31,
2024
2023
2024
2023
Net income
$
63,695
$
34,768
$
209,448
$
175,121
Depreciation and amortization expenses
10,196
9,034
40,207
38,157
Interest expense, net
76,989
57,208
290,442
194,779
Foreign currency transaction loss (gain), net
902
(49)
1,064
(57)
Provision for income taxes
13,702
6,860
61,653
52,126
Stock-based compensation expense
8,297
7,458
31,816
26,738
Adjustments:
Transaction-related costs(a)
—
755
327
755
Equity method investment (income) loss(c)
(92)
(1,251)
16,460
(116)
Regulatory settlement(e)
—
15,201
—
15,201
Other nonoperating expenses(d)
—
3
5,691
282
Adjusted EBITDA
$
173,689
$
129,987
$
657,108
$
502,986
Adjusted EBITDA margin calculated as follows:
Total Revenue
$
729,551
$
583,592
$
2,657,800
$
2,117,639
Adjusted EBITDA
173,689
129,987
657,108
502,986
Adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of total revenue
23.8
%
22.3
%
24.7
%
23.8
%
(a)
In the first quarter of 2024 and the fourth quarter of 2023, the Company recorded $0.3 million ($0.2 million net of tax) and $0.8 million ($0.6 million net of tax), respectively, of costs related to a consent solicitation for the Senior Notes due 2025.
(b)
In the first quarter of 2023, the Company recorded a loss of $1.7 million ($1.3 million net of tax) related to the exit of leased office space.
(c)
In the third quarter of 2024, the Company recorded an equity method investment loss of $16.6 million ($13.3 million net of tax) related to the write-down of its investment in Linear.
(d)
In the twelve-month periods ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, the Company recorded other nonoperating expenses of $5.7 million ($4.3 million net of tax) and $0.3 million ($0.2 million net of tax), respectively, related to early extinguishment of debt.
(e)
In the fourth quarter of 2023, the Company reached an agreement with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, or the CFPB, pursuant to which it agreed to pay a civil money penalty of $15.0 million, which is nondeductible for tax purposes.
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The company is focused on deepening relationships with major retailers, expanding distribution, improving merchandising, and developing new product platforms designed to create incremental sales opportunities.
Trends will also continue to build Trends Digital, bringing together the company’s e-commerce capabilities and creating a platform for future digital growth and potential e-commerce acquisitions.
The company’s digital portfolio includes Art.com and AllPosters.com, providing consumers with access to millions of images, posters, prints, wall art, and complementary décor.
“Trends has a tremendous opportunity to build upon its heritage while positioning the company for the future,” Smith said. “We are focused on growth, but equally important is how we achieve that growth — through strong customer partnerships, disciplined execution, innovation and a culture that empowers our people to succeed.”
Strategic Priorities
Smith’s leadership agenda includes several key areas of focus:
Retail growth — Expand relationships and sales with major national retailers and specialty channels.Product innovation — Develop new product formats, displays and seasonal programs that create incremental retail opportunities.Digital commerce — Accelerate the growth of Trends Digital, Art.com and AllPosters.com.Strategic partnerships — Forge new licensing, brand and business partnerships that expand the company’s market opportunity.Operational excellence — Improve organizational alignment, processes, technology, and execution across the company’s businesses.Talent and culture — Build a high-performing organization focused on accountability, innovation, customer service and sustainable growth.
“Kenneth brings a strong combination of leadership, customer focus and business development experience to Trends International,” said Phil St. Jean, Founder and Co-Executive Chairman of Trends International. “His vision for the company and his commitment to our customers, employees and partners make him the right leader for this next chapter. We are excited about what the future holds for Trends International and its businesses.”
About Kenneth Smith
Kenneth Smith is an experienced business executive with a background in sales leadership, strategic account development, business development, customer relationships, and organizational transformation. Throughout his career, Smith has focused on developing strategic growth initiatives, building high-performing teams, and creating long-term partnerships with major customers and business partners.
As president and chief executive officer of Trends International, Smith is responsible for the company’s overall strategy, growth, organizational leadership and business performance.
About Trends International
Trends International, LLC is a leading publisher and manufacturer of licensed posters, calendars, stickers, wall art and social stationery products. Established in 1987, Trends built its business around strong partnerships between licensors, retailers and licensees. Today, the company delivers a broad portfolio of licensed and proprietary products distributed through major retail, specialty, and digital channels.
Art.com, acquired by Trends International in 2023, is a leading online specialty retailer of high-quality wall art and complementary décor. The business offers millions of images and products through its digital commerce platform and interactive visualization tools.
AllPosters.com, part of the Trends International family of businesses, offers consumers a broad selection of posters, prints and wall décor.
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