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, 2018, it owned and operated 326 new vehicle franchises from 239 stores located primarily in metropolitan markets in the Sunbelt region. The company was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Industry Automotive dealers & gasoline service stations
Sub-IndustryAutomotive Retail
SectorRetail/Wholesale
Phone954-769-6000
Debt
Price-To-Earnings
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$21.41 billion
Profitability
Miscellaneous
Employees26,000
Next Earnings Date5/7/2019 (Estimated)
OptionableOptionable
AutoNation (NYSE:AN) Frequently Asked Questions
What is AutoNation's stock symbol?
AutoNation trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol "AN."
How will AutoNation's stock buyback program work?
AutoNation declared that its Board of Directors has approved a stock buyback plan on Thursday, August 31st 2017, which authorizes the company to repurchase $250,000,000.00 in outstanding shares, according to EventVestor. This repurchase authorization authorizes the company to repurchase up to 6% of its stock through open market purchases. Stock repurchase plans are usually a sign that the company's leadership believes its stock is undervalued.
How were AutoNation's earnings last quarter?
AutoNation, Inc. (NYSE:AN) announced its quarterly earnings data on Friday, February, 22nd. The company reported $1.10 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing the Zacks' consensus estimate of $1.14 by $0.04. The company earned $5.41 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $5.63 billion. AutoNation had a return on equity of 15.89% and a net margin of 1.85%. AutoNation's revenue was down 4.8% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the prior year, the firm earned $1.02 earnings per share. View AutoNation's Earnings History.
When is AutoNation's next earnings date?
What price target have analysts set for AN?
9 equities research analysts have issued 12 month price objectives for AutoNation's stock. Their predictions range from $34.00 to $55.00. On average, they expect AutoNation's share price to reach $41.3825 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 23.3% from the stock's current price. View Analyst Price Targets for AutoNation.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for AutoNation?
9 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for AutoNation in the last year. There are currently 3 sell ratings, 5 hold ratings and 1 buy rating for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Hold." View Analyst Ratings for AutoNation.
Has AutoNation been receiving favorable news coverage?
News articles about AN stock have been trending somewhat negative on Saturday, InfoTrie Sentiment Analysis reports. InfoTrie rates the sentiment of news coverage by analyzing more than six thousand blog and news sources in real time. The firm ranks coverage of public companies on a scale of -5 to 5, with scores closest to five being the most favorable. AutoNation earned a news sentiment score of -1.6 on InfoTrie's scale. They also gave press coverage about the company a news buzz of 5.0 out of 10, meaning that recent news coverage is somewhat likely to have an effect on the company's share price in the next few days.
Who are some of AutoNation's key competitors?
Some companies that are related to AutoNation include CarMax (KMX), Carvana (CVNA), KAR Auction Services (KAR), Casey's General Stores (CASY), Penske Automotive Group (PAG), Murphy USA (MUSA), Lithia Motors (LAD), Rush Enterprises (RUSHB), Rush Enterprises (RUSHA), Asbury Automotive Group (ABG), Camping World (CWH), Group 1 Automotive (GPI), Fincera (YUANF), Sonic Automotive (SAH) and America's Car-Mart (CRMT).
What other stocks do shareholders of AutoNation own?
Who are AutoNation's key executives?
AutoNation's management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. Michael J. Jackson, Chairman, CEO & Pres (Age 70)
- Ms. Cheryl Scully Miller, Exec. VP & CFO (Age 46)
- Mr. Christopher R. Cade, Sr. VP & Chief Accounting Officer (Age 52)
- Robert Quartaro, VP of Investor Relations
- Mr. C. Coleman G Edmunds, Exec. VP, Gen. Counsel & Corp. Sec. (Age 54)
Who are AutoNation's major shareholders?
AutoNation's stock is owned by a number of of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional investors include BlackRock Inc. (5.91%), Victory Capital Management Inc. (5.66%), Dimensional Fund Advisors LP (3.39%), Prudential Financial Inc. (1.50%), Magnolia Group LLC (1.41%) and Gamco Investors INC. ET AL (1.00%). Company insiders that own AutoNation stock include Cheryl Miller, Christopher Cade, David B Edelson, Donna L Parlapiano, Edward S Lampert, Lance E Iserman, Michael J Jackson, Paul Frank Matysek, Rick L Burdick, Robert R Grusky and Ross J Beaty. View Institutional Ownership Trends for AutoNation.
Which major investors are selling AutoNation stock?
AN stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including BlackRock Inc., Strs Ohio, Voloridge Investment Management LLC, Gamco Investors INC. ET AL, Bank of America Corp DE, KBC Group NV, Amundi Pioneer Asset Management Inc. and FMR LLC. Company insiders that have sold AutoNation company stock in the last year include Cheryl Miller, Christopher Cade, David B Edelson, Michael J Jackson, Rick L Burdick and Robert R Grusky. View Insider Buying and Selling for AutoNation.
Which major investors are buying AutoNation stock?
AN stock was acquired by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Magnolia Group LLC, Victory Capital Management Inc., Norges Bank, Squarepoint Ops LLC, Dimensional Fund Advisors LP, Private Management Group Inc., Two Sigma Advisers LP and Geode Capital Management LLC. View Insider Buying and Selling for AutoNation.
How do I buy shares of AutoNation?
Shares of AN can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is AutoNation's stock price today?
One share of AN stock can currently be purchased for approximately $33.57.
How big of a company is AutoNation?
AutoNation has a market capitalization of $3.02 billion and generates $21.41 billion in revenue each year. The company earns $396 million in net income (profit) each year or $4.49 on an earnings per share basis. AutoNation employs 26,000 workers across the globe.
What is AutoNation's official website?
How can I contact AutoNation?
AutoNation's mailing address is 200 SW 1ST AVE SUITE 1600, FORT LAUDERDALE FL, 33301. The company can be reached via phone at 954-769-6000 or via email at [email protected]
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