Lithia Motors, Inc. (LAD) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Lithia Motors, Inc. (LAD) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Fiscal Year: January - December
Lithia Motors, Inc. (LAD), listed on the NYSE, has a market capitalization of $. As of Feb 22, 2026, the stock is trading at $293.65 per share, offering investors a clear view of its current market value. Lithia Motors, Inc. is a prominent player in the industry sector, attracting both institutional and retail investors due to its performance and potential.
With a P/E ratio of 9.1, investors can assess the stock's valuation in comparison to its earnings. A P/E ratio is a crucial indicator for value investors, showing whether the stock is over or undervalued relative to its current earnings. Lithia Motors, Inc. also offers a dividend yield of 0.75%, making it an attractive option for income-focused investors who seek regular dividends.
Our Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis reveals that Lithia Motors, Inc. (LAD) may be undervalued compared to its intrinsic worth. However, to see the exact DCF fair value, please Login or Upgrade for access.
The proprietary SS Score for Lithia Motors, Inc. is a unique metric that analyzes the company's financial health and growth potential. The score takes into account critical factors such as revenue growth, net income, free cash flow (FCF) compound annual growth rate (CAGR), the trend of shares outstanding, and the debt-to-FCF ratio. This helps investors to make a more informed decision, as an undervalued stock might still have poor financial fundamentals.
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The Price to Free Cash Flow (P/FCF) ratio for Lithia Motors, Inc. is 1227.76, offering insights into how much investors are paying for the company's free cash flow. A lower P/FCF ratio typically suggests that the stock is undervalued, while a higher ratio may indicate overvaluation.
In summary, Lithia Motors, Inc. (LAD) has shown consistent financial performance, as illustrated by the financial charts above, which track its revenue growth, net income, free cash flow, and shares outstanding over the past several years. These metrics provide investors with key insights into the company's past and projected future performance. Investors should use the SS Score alongside the DCF Fair Value to make better-informed decisions about whether to buy or hold the stock.
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Whether Lithia Motors, Inc. (LAD) is a good stock to buy depends on various factors, including its financial health, market conditions, and your investment strategy. Our analysis indicates that the stock may be undervalued compared to its intrinsic value. However, it is important to assess the SS Score and review the company's fundamentals before making any investment decisions.
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The SS Score is a proprietary financial quality metric that assesses factors such as revenue growth, net income, free cash flow growth, and debt levels. It helps investors evaluate the overall financial health of Lithia Motors, Inc.. To access the full SS Score, consider upgrading your subscription.
Lithia Motors, Inc. is a significant player in the industry sector, with a market capitalization of $ and a competitive P/E ratio of 9.1. Investors should compare these metrics with industry peers to gauge whether Lithia Motors, Inc. is outperforming or underperforming within its sector.
Lithia Motors, Inc. (LAD) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Record full year revenues of $37.63 billion, a 4.0% increase; Record fourth quarter revenue of $9.20 billion Full year diluted earnings per share increased 9.7% and adjusted diluted earnings per share...
IRVING, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--TraXtion, a leading provider of automated tire and vehicle inspection solutions, today announced it has been awarded Core Preferred Partner status by Lithia Motors, Inc...
Lithia Motors shifts capital allocation from acquisitions toward dividends and aggressive share repurchases, signaling a transition to a more mature capital strategy. LAD's Q3-2025 results show 5% rev...
MEDFORD, Ore., Jan. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) today announced its fourth quarter 2025 earnings and full year results will be released before the market opens on Wednesday,...
MEDFORD, Ore. , Dec. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In the quarter, LAD has invested $274 million to repurchase nearly 875,000 shares at a weighted average price of $313, representing 3.3% of outstanding sha...
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. , Nov. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD), the largest publicly traded automotive retailer in the world, today announced the acquisition of Porsche Beverly Hi...
MEDFORD, Ore. , Nov. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) today announced the acquisition of Porsche Beverly Hills and Audi Santa Monica.
Lithia Motors remains a "Buy" due to strong growth, attractive valuation, and continued expansion via acquisitions despite recent share underperformance. LAD reported robust revenue and profit growth,...
Lithia Motors is rated neutral due to strong aftersales and used vehicle segments, but new vehicle profitability and consumer affordability remain key concerns. Aftersales revenue and gross profit are...
MEDFORD, Ore. , Oct. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) today announced two milestones that underscore its continued growth and commitment to excellence across its dealership netwo...
Lithia Motors, Inc. (NYSE:LAD) Q3 2025 Earnings Call October 22, 2025 10:00 AM EDT Company Participants Jardon Jaramillo - Senior Director of Finance & Investor Relations Bryan DeBoer - CEO, Presiden...
Announces Dividend of $0.55 per Share for Third Quarter MEDFORD, Ore. , Oct. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) today reported the highest third quarter revenue in company history,...
MEDFORD, Ore. , Oct. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) today announced 20 of its U.S. dealerships have been named among Automotive News' 2025 Best Dealerships To Work For , which ...
DECATUR, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Presidio Group LLC (“Presidio”), an independent merchant banking firm focused on mergers and acquisitions, capital raising and investments in the automotive retail a...
MEDFORD, Ore. , Oct. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) today announced the acquisition of Stivers Decatur Subaru in the Atlanta market.
MEDFORD, Ore. , Oct. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) announced today that its third quarter 2025 earnings will be released before the market opens on Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
With tariff headwinds building and EV credits rolling off, U.S. Franchise Auto Dealerships maintain solid momentum on disciplined OEM pricing and balanced inventories; investors often gravitate to Lit...
MEDFORD, Ore. , Sept. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) today announced that In addition to achieving position #124 on the Fortune 500 list of US Companies, holding the No.
MEDFORD, Ore. , Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) today announced the pricing of $600 million in aggregate principal amount of its 5.500% senior notes due 2030 (the "Notes") ...
MEDFORD, Ore. , Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) today announced that it intends to offer $500 million in aggregate principal amount of senior notes due 2030 (the "Notes") i...
MEDFORD, Ore. , Aug. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) announced today an increase to its share repurchase authorization by its Board of Directors of $750 million, bringing total ...
Lithia Motors offers both growth and value, with strong earnings growth and a depressed share price creating an attractive entry point. Recent Q2 results showed 19.2% net income and 25.4% EPS growth, ...
Lithia Motors, Inc. (NYSE:LAD) Q2 2025 Earnings Conference Call July 29, 2025 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Bryan B. DeBoer - CEO, President & Director Charles Lietz - Senior Vice President of Fin...
Announces Dividend of $0.55 per Share for Second Quarter MEDFORD, Ore. , July 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) today reported the highest second quarter revenue in company histor...
Below estimates were sourced from SimplyWallSt and are intended for educational purposes only as a baseline for the analysis.
| Year | FCF Estimate | % | # Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 734.57M | Analyst x3 | |
| 2027 | 954.98M | 30.01% | Analyst x4 |
| 2028 | 1,043.50M | 9.27% | Analyst x2 |
| 2029 | 1,486.00M | 42.41% | Analyst x1 |
| 2030 | 1,685.00M | 13.39% | Analyst x1 |
| 2031 | 1,800.13M | 6.83% | Est @6.8% |
| 2032 | 1,900.03M | 5.55% | Est @5.6% |
| 2033 | 1,988.39M | 4.65% | Est @4.7% |
| 2034 | 2,063.13M | 3.76% | Est @3.8% |
| 2035 | 2,132.16M | 3.35% | Est @3.3% |
Below are the FCF estimates with the discount factor and the calculated present value with the terminal value that led the results above.
| Year | FCF | Discount Factor | PV of Future FCF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024A | 73.70M | 1.00 | 73.70M |
| 2025A | 5.80M | 1.00 | 5.80M |
| 2026E | 734.57M | 1.08 | 677.97M |
| 2027E | 954.98M | 1.17 | 813.48M |
| 2028E | 1.04B | 1.27 | 820.40M |
| 2029E | 1.49B | 1.38 | 1.08B |
| 2030E | 1.69B | 1.49 | 1.13B |
| 2031E | 1.80B | 1.62 | 1.11B |
| 2032E | 1.90B | 1.75 | 1.08B |
| 2033E | 1.99B | 1.90 | 1.05B |
| 2034E | 2.06B | 2.06 | 1.00B |
| 2035E | 2.13B | 2.23 | 956.32M |
| Terminal | 37.37B | 2.23 | 16.76B |
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