Eagers Automotive Limited (AU:APE)
ASX:APE
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APE Stock Chart & Stats
AU$23.65
-AU$0.22(-1.76%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
AU$23.65
-AU$0.22(-1.76%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeAU$16.10 - AU$35.64
Previous CloseN/A
Volume254.99K
Average Volume (3M)675.44K
Market Cap
AU$5.90B
Enterprise ValueAU$9.20B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)AU$456.70M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)AU$3.75B
Price to Earnings (P/E)23.5
Beta0.97
Next Earnings
Aug 26, 2026EPS Estimate
0.45Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.9%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.87
Shares Outstanding282,364,350
10 Day Avg. Volume934,091
30 Day Avg. Volume675,436
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio3.23
Price to Book (P/B)3.45
Price to Sales (P/S)0.49
P/FCF Ratio16.53
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
AU$27.93Price Target Upside18.10% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering10
EPS Forecast (FY)1.11
Revenue Forecast (FY)AU$17.75B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Revenue GrowthConsistent top-line growth across 2022–2025 increases scale and market presence, strengthening dealer negotiating leverage with OEMs and suppliers. Durable revenue expansion supports reinvestment in inventory and service capacity, reducing sensitivity to single-quarter volatility.
Cash GenerationReliable operating and free cash flow provides internal funding for working capital, inventory purchases and facility investment. Strong cash conversion (free cash flow ~67% of net income in 2024) underpins financial resilience, enabling sustained operations and strategic flexibility without sole reliance on external financing.
Diversified Dealership RevenuesA mix of new/used vehicle sales plus aftersales and F&I creates recurring, higher-margin revenue components. Aftersales and finance-related fees reduce dependence on new-vehicle cycles, support customer lifetime value, and provide stable cash generation that endures through industry fluctuations.
Bears Say
Margin CompressionGross margin eased from ~19% to ~17.9% and net margin fell materially, reducing earnings per sale. Persistent margin pressure erodes buffers for rising costs or slower volumes, constrains reinvestment capacity and weakens the firm's ability to generate sustainable returns from its expanded asset base.
Rising LeverageSubstantial debt growth increases interest and refinancing risk and reduces financial flexibility. Higher leverage limits ability to absorb industry shocks or pursue opportunistic investments, making cash flow variability and margin weakness more damaging to long-term stability and credit metrics.
Falling Return On EquityA marked decline in ROE signals lower capital efficiency despite a larger equity base. Deteriorating returns mean more capital is required to generate the same earnings, pressuring shareholder returns and potentially necessitating strategic actions to restore profitability or reconsider capital allocation priorities.
Eagers Automotive Limited News
APE FAQ
What was Eagers Automotive Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
Eagers Automotive Limited lowest share price was AU$16.10 and its highest was AU$35.64 in the past 12 months.
What is Eagers Automotive Limited’s market cap?
Eagers Automotive Limited’s market cap is AU$5.90B.
When is Eagers Automotive Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
Eagers Automotive Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 26, 2026 which is in 85 days.
How were Eagers Automotive Limited’s earnings last quarter?
Eagers Automotive Limited released its earnings results on Feb 18, 2026. The company reported AU$0.52 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of AU$0.506 by AU$0.014.
Is Eagers Automotive Limited overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Eagers Automotive Limited’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Eagers Automotive Limited pay dividends?
Eagers Automotive Limited pays a Semiannually dividend of AU$0.235 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.9%. See more information on Eagers Automotive Limited dividends here
What is Eagers Automotive Limited’s EPS estimate?
Eagers Automotive Limited’s EPS estimate is 0.45.
How many shares outstanding does Eagers Automotive Limited have?
Eagers Automotive Limited has 282,364,350 shares outstanding.
What happened to Eagers Automotive Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Eagers Automotive Limited reported an EPS of AU$0.52 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of AU$0.506. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.851%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Eagers Automotive Limited?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:APE
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Eagers Automotive Limited Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
AU$27.93 (18.10% Upside)
AU$27.93 (18.10% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
AU:APE Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth AU$120.2K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 91%
Bearish news 9%
Bearish news 9%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
189.83%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
14.32%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
8.46%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Eagers Automotive Limited
Eagers Automotive Limited engages in the ownership and operation of motor vehicle and truck dealerships in Australia and New Zealand. It operates through: Car Retailing, Truck Retailing, and Property segments. The Car Retailing segment offers a range of automotive products and services, including new and used vehicles, vehicle maintenance and repair services, vehicle parts, service contracts, vehicle brokerage services, vehicle protection products, and other aftermarket products. It also facilitates financing for vehicle purchases through third-party sources; and engages in the motor auction business and forklift rental business. The Truck Retailing segment offers various products and services comprising new and used trucks, truck maintenance and repair services, truck parts, service contracts, truck protection products, and other aftermarket products; and facilitates financing for truck purchases through third-party sources. The Property segment acquires and rents commercial properties. The company was formerly known as A.P. Eagers Limited and changed its name to Eagers Automotive Limited in July 2020. Eagers Automotive Limited was founded in 1913 and is based in Newstead, Australia.
APE Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
AU$27.93
▲(18.10% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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