Autonation (DE:RWI)
FRANKFURT:RWI
RWI Stock Chart & Stats
€171.30
€1.55(0.93%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
€171.30
€1.55(0.93%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€139.15 - €193.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume0.00
Average Volume (3M)0.00
Market Cap
€5.96B
Enterprise Value€16.99B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€58.60M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€10.18B
Price to Earnings (P/E)12.1
Beta0.41
Next Earnings
Apr 16, 2026EPS Estimate
4.16Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)4.41
Shares Outstanding34,710,537
10 Day Avg. Volume2
30 Day Avg. Volume0
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio12.18
Price to Book (P/B)3.36
Price to Sales (P/S)0.28
P/FCF Ratio-39.83
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
€212.03Price Target Upside23.78% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering7
EPS Forecast (FY)18.64
Revenue Forecast (FY)€24.23B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Aftersales StrengthRecord aftersales gross profit and mid-single-digit same-store revenue growth point to a durable, high-margin recurring revenue stream. Aftersales demand is less cyclical than new-vehicle sales, supports gross margins (~48.7%), and benefits from investments (technician hiring, loaner fleets) that sustain service capacity and cash generation.
AN Finance ScalingRapid scale-up of AN Finance diversifies revenue into higher-margin, recurring finance and F&I income. A larger, improving portfolio (>$2.2B), improved funded status via ABS, and normalization of delinquencies reduce cyclicality and create a sustainable earnings stream that should accrete as originations and portfolio seasoning continue.
Strong Cash Generation & Capital AllocationRobust adjusted free cash flow enabled disciplined capital deployment: ~$785M buybacks, ~$460M M&A, and CapEx funding while targeting balanced leverage. Sustainable cash conversion supports continued reinvestment, shareholder returns and strategic M&A, strengthening long-term competitive position if cash trends hold.
Bears Say
Margin CompressionA sustained decline in net margins materially reduces earnings power and resilience. Lower margins increase sensitivity to volume declines or higher costs (floorplan interest, advertising, reconditioning). Unless structural cost or mix improvements occur, compressed margins constrain free cash flow and strategic flexibility over the medium term.
Elevated Leverage & Balance Sheet NoiseHistorically high leverage raises refinancing and liquidity risk if auto demand or credit markets deteriorate. The 2025 balance-sheet inconsistencies reduce confidence in trend-reading and complicate assessment of true cushion. Elevated leverage limits flexibility for opportunistic investment or weathering cyclical downturns.
Volatile Cash GenerationMulti-year decline and volatility in operating cash flow undermines predictability of funding for buybacks, M&A and capex. If cash generation reverts to weaker levels, management may need to curb returns or raise external financing, increasing execution risk and pressure on long-term capital allocation plans.
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RWI FAQ
What was Autonation’s price range in the past 12 months?
Autonation lowest stock price was €139.15 and its highest was €193.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Autonation’s market cap?
Autonation’s market cap is €5.96B.
When is Autonation’s upcoming earnings report date?
Autonation’s upcoming earnings report date is Apr 16, 2026 which is in 11 days.
How were Autonation’s earnings last quarter?
Autonation released its earnings results on Feb 06, 2026. The company reported €4.41 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of €4.212 by €0.198.
Is Autonation overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Autonation’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Autonation pay dividends?
Autonation does not currently pay dividends.
What is Autonation’s EPS estimate?
Autonation’s EPS estimate is 4.16.
How many shares outstanding does Autonation have?
Autonation has 34,710,537 shares outstanding.
What happened to Autonation’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Autonation reported an EPS of €4.41 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of €4.212. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -5.23%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Autonation?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:RWI
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
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
€212.03 (23.78% Upside)
€212.03 (23.78% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
DE:RWI Sentiment 71%
Sector Average 64%
Sector Average 64%
News Sentiment
Bullish
Bullish news 75%
Bearish news 25%
Bearish news 25%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
18.06%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
26.70%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
10.41%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Autonation
AutoNation, Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates as an automotive retailer in the United States. The company operates through three segments: Domestic, Import, and Premium Luxury. It offers a range of automotive products and services, including new and used vehicles; and parts and services, such as automotive repair and maintenance, and wholesale parts and collision services. The company also provides automotive finance and insurance products comprising vehicle services and other protection products, as well as arranges finance for vehicle purchases through third-party finance sources. As of December 31, 2021, it owned and operated 339 new vehicle franchises from 247 stores located primarily in metropolitan markets in the Sunbelt region. The company also owned and operated 57 AutoNation-branded collision centers, 9 AutoNation USA used vehicle stores, 4 AutoNation-branded automotive auction operations, and 3 parts distribution centers. AutoNation, Inc. was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
RWI Company Deck
RWI Earnings Call
Q4 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presented a mix of near-term headwinds and strong full-year operational and financial achievements. While AutoNation faced a notable Q4 decline in new unit volumes (driven heavily by electrified powertrain pullbacks and tougher comps), the company delivered meaningful full-year progress: revenue growth, double-digit adjusted EPS growth (16%), record adjusted free cash flow (up ~39%), disciplined capital deployment (>$1.5 billion including $785 million of buybacks and $460 million of M&A), and record aftersales and CFS results. Management articulated constructive operating initiatives (AN Finance scale-up, technician hiring, internal vehicle sourcing) and maintained a healthy balance sheet. On balance, the positives (sustained cash flow, EPS growth, aftersales/CFS records, financing portfolio traction, disciplined cap allocation) outweigh the quarter-specific challenges and market uncertainties.View all DE:RWI earnings summariesRWI Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
€212.03
▲(23.78% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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