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CARG Stock Chart & Stats
$36.86
$0.09(0.24%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$36.86
$0.09(0.24%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$26.39 - $39.42
Previous CloseN/A
Volume136.05K
Average Volume (3M)1.42M
Market Cap
$3.04B
Enterprise Value$2.95B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$72.05M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$188.00M
Price to Earnings (P/E)22.0
Beta1.06
Next Earnings
Aug 06, 2026EPS Estimate
0.61Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.55
Shares Outstanding75,970,850
10 Day Avg. Volume1,214,580
30 Day Avg. Volume1,417,668
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.03
Price to Book (P/B)9.77
Price to Sales (P/S)3.89
P/FCF Ratio12.65
Enterprise Value/Market Cap0.97
Enterprise Value/Revenue3.08
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit3.43
Enterprise Value/Ebitda11.35
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$38.00Price Target Upside3.09% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering10
EPS Forecast (FY)2.51
Revenue Forecast (FY)$1.02B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Free Cash Flow StrengthConsistent, high-quality free cash flow in 2025 and TTM provides durable internal funding for product investment, AI development, and shareholder returns. Strong cash coverage of earnings reduces reliance on external financing, supports selective buybacks or M&A, and cushions the business through cyclical dealer demand shifts.
High Margins & ProfitabilityVery high gross margins and solid operating/net margins indicate persistent pricing power and cost discipline in the marketplace model. Durable margin structure supports reinvestment in product and go-to-market, enabling sustained operating leverage as revenue scales and helping the company withstand competitive pressure without immediate margin erosion.
Product Adoption & AI ProductivityRapid adoption of new dealer tools (PriceVantage, Shopper Signals) and pervasive AI usage improves conversion and lowers content costs. Measured productivity gains and rising unpaid leads point to structural efficiency improvements that can sustainably raise unit economics, deepen dealer stickiness, and expand monetization over time.
Bears Say
Increased Leverage & Thin EquityRising debt-to-equity and a reduced equity cushion elevate financial risk and make results more sensitive to revenue shocks. Higher leverage limits flexibility for large strategic investments or M&A, increases refinancing exposure, and can amplify volatility in returns if top-line momentum falters or macro conditions tighten credit availability.
Uneven Revenue GrowthHistorical top-line volatility—sharp 2023 decline followed by stabilization—creates uncertainty for long-term planning and capital allocation. Inconsistent revenue trends complicate forecasting for dealer subscription uptake and ad monetization, raising execution risk for scaling new products and making sustained margin expansion harder to rely on.
Cash Reduced By Aggressive BuybacksLarge buybacks materially lowered cash reserves to the lowest level since 2020, weakening the liquidity buffer. With leverage elevated, reduced cash constrains flexibility for continued product investments, opportunistic M&A, or absorbing revenue shocks, and increases dependence on capital markets or borrowing if unexpected needs arise.
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CARG FAQ
What was Cargurus’s price range in the past 12 months?
Cargurus lowest stock price was $26.39 and its highest was $39.42 in the past 12 months.
What is Cargurus’s market cap?
Cargurus’s market cap is $3.04B.
When is Cargurus’s upcoming earnings report date?
Cargurus’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 06, 2026 which is in 21 days.
How were Cargurus’s earnings last quarter?
Cargurus released its earnings results on May 07, 2026. The company reported $0.58 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.569 by $0.011.
Is Cargurus overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Cargurus’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Cargurus pay dividends?
Cargurus does not currently pay dividends.
What is Cargurus’s EPS estimate?
Cargurus’s EPS estimate is 0.61.
How many shares outstanding does Cargurus have?
Cargurus has 75,970,850 shares outstanding.
What happened to Cargurus’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Cargurus reported an EPS of $0.58 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.569. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -8.949%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Cargurus?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CARG
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
CarGurus Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$38.00 (3.09% Upside)
$38.00 (3.09% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
CARG Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 64%
Sector Average 64%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 1.1M Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.2%
Last 30 Days ▲ 28.0%
Last 30 Days ▲ 28.0%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-1.60%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
41.93%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-24.60%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Cargurus
CarGurus, Inc., established in Boston, Massachusetts, in 2005, manages a prominent online ecosystem for vehicle transactions, serving both buyers and sellers across the United States and internationally. The company's operations are divided into two main segments: the U.S. Marketplace and Digital Wholesale. Essentially, CarGurus offers an expansive digital automotive marketplace where individuals can search for new and pre-owned vehicle listings from numerous dealerships. Simultaneously, it empowers dealers by linking them with a vast, engaged consumer base and supplying them with practical, data-driven market intelligence. The platform provides an array of specialized features to simplify the car buying and selling journey. For instance, "Digital Deal" allows prospective buyers to begin their purchase directly from a vehicle's detailed listing, while "Finance in Advance" enables qualified consumers to secure pre-approved financing from partnering dealerships. For individuals looking to sell their vehicles, CarGurus offers "Sell My Car – Top Dealer Offers," where dealers present customized trade-in valuations, and "Sell My Car – Instant Max Cash Offer," which facilitates quick online sales of consumer vehicles to dealerships. Furthermore, CarGurus delivers various products to its dealership partners, including listing enhancements and analytical data tools. It also presents advertising avenues for automotive manufacturers and other businesses, focusing on strategies like brand reinforcement, category sponsorship, exclusive automobile segment positioning, and targeted consumer exposure. The company expands its reach through additional platforms such as Autolist, another online automotive marketplace accessible via mobile apps and its website, and PistonHeads, a comprehensive automotive hub featuring a marketplace, an auction platform, and editorial content for car enthusiasts. CarGurus, Inc. adopted its current name in June 2015, having previously operated as CarGurus LLC.
CARG Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$38.00
▲(3.09% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
5.08% Insiders
27.86% Mutual Funds
2.86% Other Institutional Investors
35.31% Public Companies and
Individual Investors