Consumer Portfolio Services, Inc. (CPS) reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2026, revealing a revenue increase of 5.1% to $112.3 million, compared to $106.9 million in the same period last year. The rise in revenue was primarily driven by a $6.8 million increase in interest income, which reached $108.7 million, attributed to a 7.9% growth in the average balance of finance receivables measured at fair value. However, the company did not record any mark to the fair value of finance receivables in the current quarter, contrasting with a $3.5 million mark in the prior year.
Total operating expenses for the quarter were $104.3 million, up from $100.1 million in the previous year, largely due to increased interest expenses. Employee costs decreased to $23.0 million from $25.0 million, while general and administrative expenses remained relatively stable at $12.9 million. The net income for the quarter was $5.5 million, or $0.25 per share, compared to $4.7 million, or $0.22 per share, in the prior year, reflecting a 17.9% increase in profitability.
CPS's managed portfolio reached $4.1 billion as of March 31, 2026, up from $3.9 billion at the end of 2025. The company purchased $533.2 million in new contracts during the quarter, a significant increase from $451.2 million in the same period last year. The total number of employees increased to 956, with a notable rise in sales staff, which contributed to the company's operational capacity.
In terms of strategic developments, CPS completed a $50 million securitization of residual interests in March 2026, and it has been actively managing its debt levels, which stood at approximately $3.7 billion as of March 31, 2026. The company reported compliance with all financial covenants associated with its debt agreements. Looking ahead, CPS anticipates continued growth in its managed portfolio and revenue, supported by its strategic focus on sub-prime automobile financing and ongoing operational improvements.
About CONSUMER PORTFOLIO SERVICES, INC.
Consumer Portfolio Services, Inc. is a specialty finance company that purchases and services retail automobile contracts, primarily from franchised and independent dealers in the U.S. It focuses on sub-prime customers, providing indirect auto financing through long-term securitizations and warehouse facilities. The company offers diverse credit programs, manages delinquency and repossession processes, and operates in a highly competitive, regulated industry.
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