FirstCash completes acquisition of H&T Group

FirstCash (FCFS) announced that it has completed its previously announced acquisition of H&T Group. H&T is the largest operator of pawn stores in the United Kingdom. The strategic combination with H&T marks another significant milestone for FirstCash, entering the European market for the first time. “We are extremely excited to welcome H&T to the FirstCash family,” said Rick Wessel, CEO of FirstCash. “This transaction aligns perfectly with our mission to further expand FirstCash’s pawn operations and deliver exceptional value to our customers and shareholders. H&T’s strong brand reputation, commitment to customer service and growth potential make it an ideal fit with our culture and strategy.