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AutoNation Inc(AN)
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Reward41Moderate
Risk62Medium-High
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Thin 2% profit margin
AN
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USD · NYSE
AutoNation Inc | Consumer Cyclical
Earnings Deterioration
Market Cap:7.06Bn
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Reward Rating
41
Moderate
Bottom 10% (model universe)
75% data coverage
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Risk Rating
62
Medium-High
Risk Assessment
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Market Performance

Stock returned +10.0% over the past year, broadly in line with market conditions.

Analyst Target

Analyst consensus price target: $236.64.

What is AutoNation Inc?

, through its subsidiaries, operates as an automotive retailer in the United States.

AN · Verdict

Moderate reward · elevated risk

AN has limited near-term tailwinds — balance sheet and profitability weigh on the model output.

Based on 88% data coverage

AN · Verdict

What’s working & what to watch

Watchouts 4

  • Balance sheet19/100

    Interest covered 3.4×

  • Profitability22/100

    2% net margin · 27% ROE

  • Growth36/100

    Rev +0.8% CAGR · earnings -22.2%

  • Cash flow41/100

    -1% free-cash-flow margin

Model-based scoring. For information only — not financial advice.

What is AutoNation Inc?

, through its subsidiaries, operates as an automotive retailer in the United States. The company operates through four segments: Domestic, Import, Premium Luxury, and AutoNation Finance. The company is listed on the NYSE in USA, operating in the Consumer Cyclical sector, with a market capitalisation of 7.06B, and a P/E ratio of 12.1x.

Financial Highlights

Investment Breakdown

📈 Growth
Revenue growth is subdued, limiting near-term earnings expansion.
💰 Profitability
Thin or inconsistent margins weigh on earnings quality.
⚠️ Risk
Performance tied to macro conditions — sensitive to interest rate cycles.
💸 Valuation
Valuation appears fair relative to current fundamentals.

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Reward: Moderate (41)

The scoring profile indicates limited reward potential at this time, with valuation and momentum offering the most support. Risk indicators are elevated — volatility and macro sensitivity warrant consideration.

For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

Company Information
SectorConsumer Cyclical
Market Cap7.06B
P/E Ratio12.0781
Dividend YieldN/A
52 Week High228.9166
52 Week Low173.26
Last AnnualDecember
IPO Date3/3/1992
IncorporatedUSA
Shares Outstanding34M
No. of Employees24,800
IndustryAuto & Truck Dealerships
ExchangeNYSE
Beta0.812
CurrencyUSD
Websitewww.autonation.com
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