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Consumer Cyclical - Auto - Dealerships - NYSE - US
$ 158.0
-0.347 %
$ 6.2 B
Market Cap
9.34
P/E
1. INTRINSIC VALUE

This DCF valuation model was last updated on Apr, 8, 2025.

The intrinsic value of one AN stock under the worst case scenario is HIDDEN Compared to the current market price of 158 USD, AutoNation, Inc. is HIDDEN

This DCF valuation model was last updated on Apr, 8, 2025.

The intrinsic value of one AN stock under the base case scenario is HIDDEN Compared to the current market price of 158 USD, AutoNation, Inc. is HIDDEN

This DCF valuation model was last updated on Apr, 8, 2025.

The intrinsic value of one AN stock under the best case scenario is HIDDEN Compared to the current market price of 158 USD, AutoNation, Inc. is HIDDEN

2. FUNDAMENTAL ANALYSIS

Price Chart AN

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FINANCIALS
26.8 B REVENUE
-0.68%
1.31 B OPERATING INCOME
-20.97%
692 M NET INCOME
0.00%
315 M OPERATING CASH FLOW
-56.53%
12.3 M INVESTING CASH FLOW
102.16%
-301 M FINANCING CASH FLOW
-74.26%
7.21 B REVENUE
9.52%
340 M OPERATING INCOME
-3.19%
186 M NET INCOME
0.16%
150 M OPERATING CASH FLOW
762.83%
44.3 M INVESTING CASH FLOW
-57.57%
-189 M FINANCING CASH FLOW
-102.90%
Balance Sheet AutoNation, Inc.
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Current Assets 4.7 B
Cash & Short-Term Investments 59.8 M
Receivables 1.07 B
Other Current Assets 3.57 B
Non-Current Assets 8.3 B
Long-Term Investments 0
PP&E 4.18 B
Other Non-Current Assets 4.12 B
8.20 %27.47 %32.17 %31.69 %Total Assets$13.0b
Current Liabilities 6.31 B
Accounts Payable 377 M
Short-Term Debt 4.89 B
Other Current Liabilities 1.05 B
Non-Current Liabilities 4.23 B
Long-Term Debt 3.77 B
Other Non-Current Liabilities 464 M
3.57 %46.34 %9.95 %35.74 %4.40 %Total Liabilities$10.5b
EFFICIENCY
Earnings Waterfall AutoNation, Inc.
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Revenue 26.8 B
Cost Of Revenue 22 B
Gross Profit 4.79 B
Operating Expenses 3.48 B
Operating Income 1.31 B
Other Expenses 613 M
Net Income 692 M
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RATIOS
17.88% GROSS MARGIN
17.88%
4.88% OPERATING MARGIN
4.88%
2.59% NET MARGIN
2.59%
28.17% ROE
28.17%
5.32% ROA
5.32%
8.52% ROIC
8.52%
FREE CASH FLOW ANALYSIS
Free Cash Flow Analysis AutoNation, Inc.
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Net Income 692 M
Depreciation & Amortization 241 M
Capital Expenditures 0
Stock-Based Compensation 0
Change in Working Capital 0
Others 315 M
Free Cash Flow 315 M
3. WALL STREET ANALYSTS ESTIMATES
Wall Street Analysts Price Targets AutoNation, Inc.
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Wall Street analysts predict an average 1-year price target for AN of $229 , with forecasts ranging from a low of $107 to a high of $394 .
AN Lowest Price Target Wall Street Target
107 USD -32.28%
AN Average Price Target Wall Street Target
229 USD 44.94%
AN Highest Price Target Wall Street Target
394 USD 149.37%
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4. DIVIDEND ANALYSIS
5. COMPETITION
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6. Ownership
Insider Ownership AutoNation, Inc.
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Sold
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0 USD 0
3-6 MONTHS
257 K USD 2
6-9 MONTHS
37.5 M USD 2
9-12 MONTHS
5.76 M USD 2
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7. News
Pinnacle Mergers & Acquisitions Leads the Sale of Groove Ford and Mazda in Denver to AutoNation This transaction underscores Pinnacle's leadership in Colorado dealership M&A SOUTHLAKE, Texas , April 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pinnacle Mergers & Acquisitions, a nationally recognized auto dealership brokerage firm, has facilitated the successful sale of Groove Ford and Groove Mazda in Denver, Colorado, to AutoNation (NYSE: AN), one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States. Pinnacle represented the buyer in this strategic acquisition from Summit Automotive Partners. prnewswire.com - 2 weeks ago
AutoNation Acquires 2 Dealerships in Colorado to Expand Footprint AN completes the acquisition of Groove Ford and Groove Mazda dealerships based in Englewood, CO, to expand its footprint. zacks.com - 2 weeks ago
AutoNation Expands Footprint with the Acquisition of Two Stores in Colorado FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. , April 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- AutoNation (NYSE: AN) today announced that it has acquired Groove Ford and Groove Mazda, effective March 31, 2025. prnewswire.com - 2 weeks ago
Can investors still see gains in the auto industry? Gabelli Funds portfolio manager Brian Sponheimer expresses confidence in the resilience of the auto industry on 'The Claman Countdown.' youtube.com - 3 weeks ago
AutoNation Shares Slide After J.P. Morgan Cuts Price Target Shares of AutoNation fell, adding the car-dealership chain to a growing list of auto stocks feeling the pressure of President Trump's plan to impose 25% tariffs on all vehicles imported to the U.S. marketwatch.com - 3 weeks ago
5 Broker-Preferred Stocks to Monitor Amid Tariff-Induced Volatility Investors should keep an eye on stocks like Air Canada, Enerflex, AutoNation, Centene and CVS Health for high returns. zacks.com - 4 weeks ago
AutoNation, Penske would be hurt less by disruption in auto market, says Gabelli Funds' Sponheimer Brian Sponheimer, Gabelli Funds portfolio manager and analyst, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss how tariffs could boost used car sales, how the market will be trading these stocks, and much more. youtube.com - 1 month ago
Stock Picks From Seeking Alpha's February 2025 New Analysts In February, twenty-three new analysts joined Seeking Alpha, offering diverse stock picks and insights, from biotech to automotive and energy sectors. Analysts provided ratings from Strong Sell to Strong Buy, with detailed justifications based on market trends, company fundamentals, and sector-specific challenges. Key investment theses include bearish views on German automotive and LNG sectors, while bullish on biotech, fintech, and energy companies. seekingalpha.com - 1 month ago
AutoNation USA Celebrates Texas Grand Openings Denton and Gulf Freeway stores join six other pre-owned vehicle retail stores in Texas `             FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. , March 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- AutoNation (NYSE: AN), one of the largest automotive retailers in the U.S., announced the grand opening of AutoNation USA stores in Denton and Houston, the company's seventh and eighth pre-owned vehicle retail stores in Texas, bringing the total number to 26 nationwide. prnewswire.com - 1 month ago
AutoNation Q4 Earnings Surpass Expectations, Decrease Y/Y AN's fourth-quarter earnings and sales surpass the Zacks Consensus Estimate. However, earnings fall year over year. zacks.com - 2 months ago
AutoNation, Inc. (AN) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript AutoNation, Inc. (NYSE:AN ) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call February 11, 2025 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Derek Fiebig - Vice President, Investor Relations Mike Manley - Chief Executive Officer Tom Szlosek - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants John Murphy - Bank of America Rajat Gupta - JPMorgan Douglas Dutton - Evercore ISI Bret Jordan - Jefferies Jeff Lick - Stephens Inc. Colin Langan - Wells Fargo Operator Good morning, and thank you for joining AutoNation's Fourth Quarter 2024 Earnings Call. My name is Harry, and I will be your operator today. seekingalpha.com - 2 months ago
AutoNation Q4 Results: Service Growth Points To More Upside AutoNation, Inc. shares have gained 24% over the past year, recently hitting a 52-week-high, despite a slight pullback after solid Q4 results. Q4 adjusted EPS was $4.97, beating expectations by $0.71, with revenue up 7% to $7.2 billion, and gross profit rising 2% to $1.24 billion. New and used vehicle sales drive revenue but not profits; parts, service, and financing generate most of AutoNation's cash flow and continue to grow. seekingalpha.com - 2 months ago
8. Profile Summary

AutoNation, Inc. AN

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COUNTRY US
INDUSTRY Auto - Dealerships
MARKET CAP $ 6.2 B
Dividend Yield 0.00%
Description AutoNation, Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates as an automotive retailer in the United States. The company operates through three segments: Domestic, Import, and Premium Luxury. It offers a range of automotive products and services, including new and used vehicles; and parts and services, such as automotive repair and maintenance, and wholesale parts and collision services. The company also provides automotive finance and insurance products comprising vehicle services and other protection products, as well as arranges finance for vehicle purchases through third-party finance sources. As of December 31, 2021, it owned and operated 339 new vehicle franchises from 247 stores located primarily in metropolitan markets in the Sunbelt region. The company also owned and operated 57 AutoNation-branded collision centers, 9 AutoNation USA used vehicle stores, 4 AutoNation-branded automotive auction operations, and 3 parts distribution centers. AutoNation, Inc. was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Contact 200 SW 1st Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301 https://www.autonation.com
IPO Date May 11, 1990
Employees 25100
Officers Mr. Jeff M. Parent Chief Operating Officer Mr. Jeffrey W. Butler Jr. President of AutoNation Finance Ms. Kimberly R. Dees Senior Vice President & Chief Accounting Officer Mr. Michael M. Manley Chief Executive Officer & Director Mr. Richard A. Lennox Chief Marketing Officer Ms. Lisa Esparza Executive Vice President & Chief Human Resource Officer Mr. C. Coleman G. Edmunds Executive Vice President, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary Mr. Gianluca Camplone Executive Vice President of Business Development & Chief Operating Officer of AutoNation Parts Mr. Derek Fiebig Vice President of Investor Relations Mr. David L. Koehler Chief Operating Officer of Non-Franchised Business