Fundamental analysis · SEC EDGAR · TTM through 31/03/2026

Fundamental analysis of Autonation, Inc.

AN · NYSE · Consumer

Fundamental quality

DEMANDING

44

out of 100

Breakdown by area

I.GrowthEPS growth: -8.1% · Revenue growth: 0.6%
21
II.ProfitabilityNet margin: 2.5% · ROE: 30.5%
52
III.Financial healthNet debt/EBITDA: 1.1x · FCF: -0.4%
59

Source: SEC EDGAR · TTM through 31/03/2026

The score combines growth, profitability and financial strength. Here its financial strength weighs in its favor, while its growth drags it down the most.

Strengths

  • Strong return on equity (ROE of 30.5%).

Risks and weaknesses

  • Thin margins (net margin of 2.5%).
  • Weak revenue growth (0.6% annualized).
  • Declining earnings per share (-8.1% annualized).
  • Negative free cash flow.

Historical evolution

YearRevenueNet incomeFree cash flowNet debt
202125,8441,3731,412-60
202226,9851,3771,339-73
202326,9491,021314-61
202426,765692-14-60
202527,631649-197-59

Between 2021 and 2025, revenue went from $25,844M to $27,631M (+7%) and net income went from $1,373M to $649M (-53%).

Annual figures in millions of U.S. dollars ($M) per SEC filings. Net debt is total debt minus cash.

Frequently asked questions

Is Autonation, Inc. a profitable company?

Autonation, Inc. is profitable, with a net margin of 2.5%, though a thin one.

Does Autonation, Inc. have a lot of debt?

Not particularly. Its net debt is 1.1 times its EBITDA, a low level.

Is Autonation, Inc. growing?

Its revenue has grown 0.6% annualized in recent years.

Does Autonation, Inc. generate cash?

Over the last twelve months its free cash flow was negative.

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