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World Acceptance (WRLD) authorizes up to $50M common stock buyback

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(Moderate)
Filing Sentiment
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Form Type
8-K

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

World Acceptance Corporation approved a share repurchase program authorizing repurchases of up to $50.0 million of its outstanding common stock, inclusive of any remaining capacity under prior repurchase authorizations. The timing and number of shares repurchased will depend on factors such as stock price, corporate and regulatory requirements, available funds, alternative uses of capital, restrictions under the Revolving Credit Agreement, and market and economic conditions. The company states that the repurchase program may be suspended or discontinued at any time.

Positive

  • The board authorized a $50.0 million common stock repurchase program, potentially returning capital to shareholders.
  • The authorization is inclusive of remaining prior repurchase capacity, clarifying the total capital available for buybacks.

Negative

  • None.

Filing Explained

The August 13 Form 8-K records an authorization, not a completed repurchase: the company may buy up to $50.0 million of common stock, inclusive of remaining prior capacity, so any reduction in shares held by existing common holders remains conditional.

Item 8.01 Other Events Other
Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.
Share repurchase authorization $50.0 million Maximum amount of outstanding common stock approved for repurchase, inclusive of prior authorizations
Commission File Number 000-19599 SEC registration identifier for World Acceptance Corporation
Corporate telephone number (864) 298-9800 Registrant’s telephone number for principal executive offices
share repurchase program financial
"approved a share repurchase program authorizing the Company to repurchase up to $50.0 million"
A share repurchase program is when a company buys back its own shares from the marketplace. This reduces the total number of shares available, which can increase the value of each remaining share and signal confidence in the company's prospects. For investors, it often suggests that the company believes its stock is undervalued or that it has extra cash to return to shareholders.
Revolving Credit Agreement financial
"restrictions under the Revolving Credit Agreement, and other market and economic conditions"
A revolving credit agreement is a flexible loan arrangement where a borrower can borrow, repay, and borrow again up to a set limit, similar to a credit card. It matters because it gives businesses or individuals quick access to funds whenever needed, helping manage cash flow and cover expenses without applying for a new loan each time.
emerging growth company regulatory
"Emerging growth company | |"
An emerging growth company is a recently public or smaller public firm that qualifies for temporary, lighter regulatory and disclosure rules to reduce the cost and effort of being public. For investors, it means the company may provide less historical financial detail and face fewer reporting requirements than larger firms, so it can grow more quickly but also carries higher uncertainty—like buying a promising early-stage product with fewer user reviews.

FAQ

What did World Acceptance Corporation (WRLD) approve regarding its common stock?
World Acceptance Corporation approved a share repurchase program authorizing repurchases of up to $50.0 million of its outstanding common stock. This total includes any remaining capacity under prior repurchase authorizations.

How large is the new World Acceptance (WRLD) share repurchase authorization?
The authorization allows World Acceptance to repurchase up to $50.0 million of its outstanding common stock. This amount is inclusive of any funds still available under prior repurchase authorizations.

What factors will influence World Acceptance’s (WRLD) stock repurchases?
Repurchases will depend on stock price, corporate and regulatory requirements, available funds, alternative uses of capital, restrictions under the Revolving Credit Agreement, and market and economic conditions. These factors may affect both timing and the number of shares bought.

Can World Acceptance Corporation (WRLD) change or stop the repurchase program?
Yes. The company states its stock repurchase program may be suspended or discontinued at any time. This provides flexibility to adjust capital allocation as conditions or priorities change.

Does the $50.0 million World Acceptance (WRLD) authorization replace prior buyback programs?
No. The company specifies the new authorization is inclusive of any amount that remains available under prior repurchase authorizations, effectively aggregating remaining prior capacity with the new approval.

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August 13, 2026False000010838500001083852022-05-032022-05-03

UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

__________________________________
FORM 8-K
__________________________________
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 13, 2026

Commission File Number:  000-19599

WORLD ACCEPTANCE CORPORATION
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter.)
South Carolina
57-0425114
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)(I.R.S. Employer Identification Number)
104 S Main Street
Greenville,South Carolina29601
(Address of principal executive offices)
(Zip Code)
(864)298-9800
(registrant's telephone number, including area code)
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each classTrading SymbolName of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, no par valueWRLDThe NASDAQ Stock Market LLC
(NASDAQ Global Select Market)
Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

☐           Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐           Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐           Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐           Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))


Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).
Emerging growth company☐
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.
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Item 8.01. Other Events

On August 13, 2026, the Board of Directors of World Acceptance Corporation (the “Company”) approved a share repurchase program authorizing the Company to repurchase up to $50.0 million of its outstanding common stock inclusive of any amount that remains available for repurchase under prior repurchase authorizations. The timing and actual number of shares repurchased will depend on a variety of factors, including the stock price, corporate and regulatory requirements, available funds, alternative uses of capital, restrictions under the Revolving Credit Agreement, and other market and economic conditions. The Company’s stock repurchase program may be suspended or discontinued at any time.

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SIGNATURES
 
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
 
WORLD ACCEPTANCE CORPORATION
By: /s/ John L. Calmes, Jr.
John L. Calmes, Jr.
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial and Strategy Officer
Date: August 13, 2026
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