Upbound Group, Inc.
UPBD
Rank in Stocks
#7163
Upbound Group, Inc., which rebranded from Rent-A-Center, Inc. in February 2023,... Upbound Group, Inc., which rebranded from Rent-A-Center, Inc. in February 2023, operates as a diversified retail and financial technology platform. Its core business involves providing household durable goods to consumers in the United States, Puerto Rico, and Mexico through a lease-to-own model. The company's operations are divided into four main segments: Rent-A-Center Business, Acima, Mexico, and Franchising. Utilizing key brands such as Rent-A-Center and Acima, Upbound Group facilitates transactions for customers across both its physical store locations and various digital channels. Their extensive product catalog available for lease includes a wide range of items such as furniture (including mattresses), vehicle tires, consumer electronics, major home appliances, various tools, fashion accessories like handbags, and technology items including computers, smartphones, and related accessories. In addition to its lease-to-own offerings, the company also sells merchandise via installment payment plans. A crucial service it provides is enabling lease-to-own agreements for individuals who might not qualify for traditional financing from other retailers, often through dedicated kiosks located within those retail partners' establishments. Upbound Group manages retail installment sales outlets under the "Get It Now" and "Home Choice" names. Its lease-to-own and franchised lease-to-own stores operate under banners such as Rent-A-Center, ColorTyme, and RimTyme. The company also maintains its own stores and an e-commerce platform accessible via rentacenter.com. Founded in 1960, Upbound Group, Inc. has its corporate headquarters situated in Plano, Texas.
Share Price
$24.68
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$1.44B
Change (1 day)
1.82%
Change (1 year)
40.87%
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Operating Margin for Upbound Group, Inc. (UPBD)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: 5.50%
According to Upbound Group, Inc.'s latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is 5.50%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of 4.76%.
Operating Margin history for Upbound Group, Inc. from 2000 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 5.50% | 15.55% |
| 2025 | 4.76% | -29.48% |
| 2024 | 6.75% | 65.44% |
| 2023 | 4.08% | 16.57% |
| 2022 | 3.50% | -42.81% |
| 2021 | 6.12% | -27.40% |
| 2020 | 8.43% | -11.36% |
| 2019 | 9.51% | 350.71% |
| 2018 | 2.11% | -190.56% |
| 2017 | -2.33% | 3.56% |
| 2016 | -2.25% | -92.68% |
| 2015 | -30.74% | -601.47% |
| 2014 | 6.13% | -22.70% |
| 2013 | 7.93% | -23.23% |
| 2012 | 10.33% | 1.57% |
| 2011 | 10.17% | -8.54% |
| 2010 | 11.12% | 3.25% |
| 2009 | 10.77% | 13.25% |
| 2008 | 9.51% | 35.28% |
| 2007 | 7.03% | -22.92% |
| 2006 | 9.12% | -14.61% |
| 2005 | 10.68% | -12.67% |
| 2004 | 12.23% | -84.98% |
| 2003 | 81.45% | 367.30% |
| 2002 | 17.43% | 70.71% |
| 2001 | 10.21% | -33.14% |
| 2000 | 15.27% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27.42% | -95.01% |
DE
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| 13.90% | -97.47% |
CA
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| 21.39% | -96.11% |
US
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| 12.47% | -97.73% |
US
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| 77.44% | -85.92% |
US
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What is a company's Operating Margin?
The operating margin is a key indicator to assess the profitability of a company. Higher operating margins are generaly better as they show that a company is able to sell its products or services for much more than their production costs. The operating margin is calculated by dividing a company's earnings by its revenue.
Questions about Upbound Group, Inc.'s operating margin
What is Upbound Group, Inc.'s operating margin?
Upbound Group, Inc.'s operating margin is 5.50%, as of Nov 2026.
What was Upbound Group, Inc.'s operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, Upbound Group, Inc.'s operating margin was 4.76%, compared with 6.75% in 2024.
How has Upbound Group, Inc.'s operating margin changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, Upbound Group, Inc.'s operating margin was highest in 2020 (8.43%) and lowest in 2022 (3.50%).
How does Upbound Group, Inc.'s operating margin compare with similar companies?
Upbound Group, Inc.'s operating margin (5.50%) is lower than that of all 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is AppLovin Corporation, with 77.44%.