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Auto Trader
(LSE:AUTO)
Auto Trader (AUTO) vs. iShares MSCI United Kingdom ETF (EWC)
Auto Trader Business Overview & Revenue Model
Auto Trader Earnings Call Summary
Auto Trader Financial Statement Overview
| Breakdown | TTM | Dec 2024 | Dec 2023 | Dec 2022 | Dec 2022 | Dec 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income Statement | ||||||
| Total Revenue | 616.30M | 601.10M | 570.90M | 432.70M | 500.20M | 262.80M |
| Gross Profit | 463.40M | 601.10M | 450.30M | 425.50M | 347.10M | 256.50M |
| EBITDA | 407.50M | 397.90M | 366.90M | 309.90M | 308.50M | 167.00M |
| Net Income | 293.90M | 282.60M | 256.90M | 244.70M | 233.90M | 127.80M |
Balance Sheet | ||||||
| Total Assets | 697.80M | 639.60M | 658.00M | 542.90M | 662.70M | 534.50M |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 20.20M | 15.30M | 18.70M | 51.30M | 16.60M | 45.70M |
| Total Debt | 59.10M | 3.50M | 34.60M | 9.50M | 68.70M | 35.10M |
| Total Liabilities | 133.80M | 70.20M | 105.70M | 70.40M | 135.40M | 75.80M |
| Stockholders Equity | 564.00M | 569.40M | 552.30M | 472.50M | 527.30M | 458.70M |
Cash Flow | ||||||
| Free Cash Flow | 308.70M | 300.60M | 283.70M | 275.40M | 263.40M | 120.30M |
| Operating Cash Flow | 323.70M | 304.60M | 287.50M | 278.20M | 266.80M | 121.70M |
| Investing Cash Flow | -14.70M | 1.60M | 1.80M | -2.80M | -129.60M | -11.40M |
| Financing Cash Flow | -303.90M | -309.60M | -283.80M | -269.80M | -171.90M | -102.20M |
Auto Trader Technical Analysis
Auto Trader Peers Comparison
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
75 Outperform | £971.96M | 12.08 | 37.18% | 6.77% | -0.18% | 8.24% | |
70 Outperform | £5.09B | 18.02 | 51.58% | 1.78% | 3.95% | 7.68% | |
70 Outperform | £3.97B | 20.04 | 275.77% | 1.64% | 8.63% | 5.20% | |
68 Neutral | £948.68M | 23.03 | 14.24% | 1.69% | 9.56% | 29.82% | |
60 Neutral | $48.67B | 4.58 | -11.27% | 4.14% | 2.83% | -41.78% |
Auto Trader Corporate Events
Auto Trader Group plc has announced the repurchase of 620,000 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 611.5667 pence per share. This transaction, conducted through Deutsche Bank AG, London Branch, is part of the company’s buyback program and results in a total of 852,744,888 voting rights for shareholders, potentially impacting shareholder calculations under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 700,000 of its ordinary shares for cancellation, at an average price of 610.5527 pence per share. This transaction, conducted through Deutsche Bank AG, London Branch, is part of the company’s ongoing buyback program, which aims to optimize its capital structure and enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares in circulation.
Auto Trader Group plc has announced the repurchase of 600,000 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 621.4102 pence per share. This transaction, executed through Deutsche Bank AG, London Branch, is part of the company’s ongoing buyback program, aimed at optimizing its capital structure and potentially enhancing shareholder value by reducing the number of shares in circulation.
Auto Trader Group plc has announced the repurchase of 750,000 of its ordinary shares at an average price of 625.3740 pence per share, as part of its ongoing share buyback program. This transaction, executed through Deutsche Numis, reduces the total number of shares in circulation, potentially increasing the value of remaining shares and demonstrating the company’s confidence in its financial stability and future growth prospects.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 550,000 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 636.9842 pence per share. This transaction, executed through Deutsche Bank AG, London Branch, is part of the company’s ongoing buyback program, which aims to optimize its capital structure and enhance shareholder value. Following this transaction, the company has 860,202,722 ordinary shares in issue, with 4,975,696 shares held in treasury, impacting the total number of voting rights available to shareholders.
Auto Trader Group plc has announced that the total number of ordinary shares in issue as of November 28, 2025, is 860,752,722, with 4,975,696 shares held in treasury. This results in a total of 855,777,026 voting rights available for shareholders, which is crucial for compliance with the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules. This update ensures transparency and aids shareholders in determining their voting interests in the company.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 500,000 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 639.9459 pence per share, as part of its share buyback program. This transaction, executed through Deutsche Bank AG, London Branch, impacts the company’s total voting rights, which now stand at 855,777,026, potentially affecting shareholder interest calculations under FCA regulations.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 500,000 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 641.0083 pence per share. This transaction, executed through Deutsche Bank AG, London Branch, is part of the company’s ongoing buyback program, which aims to optimize its capital structure and enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares in circulation.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 643,000 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 645.5241 pence per share. This transaction reduces the total number of voting rights in the company to 856,777,026, potentially impacting shareholder interests and the company’s market positioning by consolidating ownership and possibly enhancing shareholder value.
Auto Trader Group plc announced a buyback of 700,000 of its ordinary shares at an average price of 639.8355 pence per share, executed through Deutsche Bank AG, London Branch. This transaction reduces the total number of shares in circulation, potentially increasing the value of remaining shares and reflecting the company’s confidence in its financial position. The buyback may also impact shareholder voting rights and market perceptions of the company’s stock value.
Auto Trader Group plc has announced a share buyback transaction, purchasing 500,000 of its ordinary shares at an average price of 657.4454 pence per share. This move reduces the total number of shares in circulation, potentially increasing the value of remaining shares and signaling confidence in the company’s financial health.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 600,000 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 658.1185 pence per share. This transaction reduces the total number of shares in issue and voting rights, potentially impacting shareholder interests and the company’s market positioning by enhancing shareholder value.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 500,000 of its ordinary shares for cancellation, executed through Deutsche Numis at an average price of 661.7354 pence per share. This transaction is part of the company’s ongoing buyback program, which impacts the total number of voting rights available to shareholders, potentially affecting shareholder interest and market perceptions of the company’s financial strategies.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 490,000 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 664.1154 pence per share. This transaction is part of a buyback program facilitated by Deutsche Numis, aimed at reducing the number of shares in circulation, which can potentially enhance shareholder value and improve earnings per share.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 450,000 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 675.703 pence per share. This transaction reduces the total number of shares in issue, potentially enhancing shareholder value and adjusting the company’s capital structure. The move reflects Auto Trader’s ongoing strategy to manage its share capital effectively, which could impact its market positioning and shareholder engagement.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 500,000 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 683.2808 pence per share. This transaction is part of the company’s buyback program, aimed at reducing the number of shares in circulation, which can potentially enhance shareholder value and improve earnings per share. The move reflects Auto Trader’s strategic financial management and commitment to returning value to its shareholders.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 450,000 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 681.9862 pence per share. This transaction reduces the total number of shares in issue, potentially increasing the value of remaining shares and impacting shareholder voting rights.
Auto Trader Group plc has announced the repurchase of 540,000 ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 701.2019 pence per share. This transaction is part of the company’s ongoing buyback program, which aims to reduce the number of shares in circulation and potentially increase shareholder value. Following this transaction, the total number of voting rights in the company stands at 861,378,610, which may impact shareholder calculations under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 500,000 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 711.4917 pence per share. This transaction is part of the company’s ongoing buyback program, which aims to reduce the number of shares in circulation, potentially increasing the value of remaining shares and enhancing shareholder value. The buyback reflects Auto Trader’s strong financial position and commitment to returning capital to shareholders, which could positively impact its market standing and investor confidence.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 450,000 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 733.3485 pence per share. This transaction, conducted through Deutsche Numis, is part of the company’s ongoing buyback program, which impacts the total number of voting rights and shares in issue. The move is likely to influence the company’s market positioning by potentially increasing shareholder value and adjusting the capital structure.
Auto Trader Group plc has announced the repurchase of 438,574 of its ordinary shares for cancellation, at an average price of 753.4018 pence per share. This transaction is part of the company’s ongoing buyback program, which aims to reduce the number of shares in circulation, potentially increasing the value of remaining shares and enhancing shareholder value.
Auto Trader Group plc reported a 5% increase in group revenue and a 6% rise in operating profit for the first half of 2025. The company launched Co-Driver, a generative AI product, to enhance vehicle listings and improve customer experience. The company also saw growth in retailer revenue and continued strong demand for used cars. The implementation of a new Government electric vehicle grant is expected to support further growth in the new car market. Auto Trader returned £162.2m to shareholders and declared an interim dividend of 3.8 pence per share.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the total number of ordinary shares in issue as of October 31, 2025, which amounts to 868,514,296, with 863,302,016 voting rights available. This information is crucial for shareholders to determine their notification requirements under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the resignation of Catherine Faiers, its Chief Operating Officer, as she steps down to assume a CEO role at another UK-listed company. The company plans a smooth transition and emphasizes its strong talent pool, ensuring continuity in its strategic initiatives. Faiers’ departure marks the end of her significant contributions to Auto Trader’s growth and innovation over the past eight years, during which she played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s strategy and industry impact.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 67,550 of its ordinary shares at an average price of 797.0805 pence per share, as part of its ongoing buyback program. This transaction, executed through Merrill Lynch International, is part of the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and return value to shareholders, impacting the total number of voting rights and shares in issue.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 353,200 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 793.7685 pence per share, as part of its ongoing buyback program. This transaction, executed through Merrill Lynch International, reflects the company’s strategy to optimize its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares in circulation, thereby increasing the ownership percentage of remaining shareholders.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 4,426 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 799.6467 pence per share, as part of its ongoing buyback program. This transaction reduces the total number of shares in issue and adjusts the voting rights, potentially impacting shareholder calculations under regulatory guidelines.
Auto Trader Group plc announced a significant transaction involving the repurchase of 290,000 of its ordinary shares for cancellation, executed through Merrill Lynch International at an average price of 795.9093 pence per share. This buyback is part of the company’s ongoing strategy to manage its capital structure effectively, potentially enhancing shareholder value by reducing the number of shares in circulation and increasing the ownership percentage of remaining shareholders.
Auto Trader Group plc has announced the repurchase of 290,000 of its ordinary shares through Merrill Lynch International, at an average price of 780.7037 pence per share, for cancellation. This transaction is part of the company’s ongoing buyback program, which aims to reduce the number of shares in circulation, potentially enhancing shareholder value and adjusting the company’s capital structure.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 300,800 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 774.6679 pence per share. This transaction, conducted through Merrill Lynch International, is part of the company’s buyback program and results in a total of 864,303,281 voting rights available for shareholders. The buyback could potentially enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares in circulation, thereby increasing earnings per share.
Auto Trader Group plc announced a significant buyback of its own shares, purchasing 291,900 ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 774.5723 pence per share. This transaction, executed through Merrill Lynch International, reflects the company’s strategic move to manage its share capital and potentially enhance shareholder value. Following this buyback, the total number of voting rights in the company stands at 864,604,081, which may influence shareholder decisions under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 284,659 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 773.3416 pence per share, as part of its ongoing share buyback program. This transaction, executed through Merrill Lynch International, reflects the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares in circulation, thereby increasing the ownership stake of remaining shareholders.
Auto Trader Group plc has announced a share buyback, purchasing 290,383 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 768.5882 pence per share. This transaction, conducted through Merrill Lynch International, reduces the total number of shares in issue, potentially enhancing shareholder value and reflecting confidence in the company’s financial health.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 296,400 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 764.7903 pence per share. This transaction, conducted through Merrill Lynch International, reduces the total number of voting rights to 865,470,412. The buyback is part of Auto Trader’s ongoing strategy to manage its capital structure and return value to shareholders, potentially impacting the company’s market positioning and shareholder value.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 296,074 of its ordinary shares for cancellation, executed through Merrill Lynch International at an average price of 769.4546 pence per share. This transaction reduces the total number of voting rights in the company to 865,766,812, potentially impacting shareholder calculations under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the purchase of 372,900 of its own ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 776.0516 pence per share. This transaction, executed through Merrill Lynch International, is part of the company’s buyback program, which aims to reduce the number of shares in circulation, potentially increasing the value of remaining shares and enhancing shareholder value. Following this transaction, the company has 871,279,688 ordinary shares in issue and holds 5,216,802 shares in treasury, impacting the total number of voting rights available to shareholders.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 338,419 of its ordinary shares at an average price of 780.0487 pence per share for cancellation. This transaction is part of the company’s ongoing buyback program, which aims to reduce the number of shares in circulation, potentially increasing the value of remaining shares and enhancing shareholder value.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 64,425 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 783.9500 pence per share. This transaction, executed through Merrill Lynch International, reduces the total number of shares in circulation, potentially enhancing shareholder value and adjusting the company’s capital structure.
Auto Trader Group plc has announced it will release its half-year results for the period ending 30 September 2025 on 6 November 2025. This announcement is significant as it provides insights into the company’s financial performance and strategic direction, potentially impacting its operations and market positioning. Stakeholders and analysts will be keenly observing the results to gauge the company’s progress in enhancing the online car buying experience and its influence on the automotive industry.
Auto Trader Group plc has announced the repurchase of 226,363 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 782.4833 pence per share. This transaction, executed through Merrill Lynch International, is part of the company’s ongoing share buyback program, which aims to reduce the number of shares in circulation, potentially increasing the value of remaining shares and enhancing shareholder value.
Auto Trader Group plc has announced a significant transaction involving the repurchase of 375,200 of its ordinary shares for cancellation, executed through Merrill Lynch International at an average price of 780.9219 pence per share. This move is part of a broader buyback programme, which may impact the company’s share value and voting rights, reflecting a strategic effort to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 373,900 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 775.6573 pence per share. This transaction, executed through Merrill Lynch International, reduces the number of shares in circulation, potentially increasing the value of remaining shares and reflecting the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure effectively.
Auto Trader Group plc announced a buyback of 373,300 ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 774.8897 pence per share, as part of its ongoing share buyback program. This transaction, executed through Merrill Lynch International, reflects the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares in circulation, thus increasing the ownership percentage of remaining shareholders.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the total number of ordinary shares in issue as of September 30, 2025, which amounts to 873,404,195, with 5,216,802 shares held in treasury. This results in a total of 868,187,393 voting rights available for shareholders, which is crucial for compliance with the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 362,600 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 766.2301 pence per share. This transaction, executed through Merrill Lynch International, is part of the company’s buyback program, which aims to optimize its capital structure and enhance shareholder value.
Auto Trader Group plc has announced a share buyback program, purchasing 357,600 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 761.4981 pence per share. This transaction reduces the total number of voting rights in the company to 868,549,993, potentially impacting shareholder interests and the company’s market positioning.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 299,226 of its ordinary shares through Merrill Lynch International for cancellation at an average price of 767.1353 pence per share. This transaction reduces the total number of shares in issue, potentially increasing the value of remaining shares and impacting shareholder voting rights.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 269,734 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 770.1722 pence per share, as part of its ongoing buyback program. This transaction reduces the total number of voting rights in the company to 869,193,995, potentially impacting shareholder interest calculations under regulatory guidelines.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 220,627 of its ordinary shares at an average price of 772.6868 pence per share, as part of its share buyback program. This transaction reduces the number of shares in circulation, potentially increasing the value of remaining shares and demonstrating the company’s confidence in its financial health and future prospects.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the successful passing of all resolutions at its Annual General Meeting held on 18 September 2025. Key resolutions included the approval of the annual report, financial statements, and a final dividend, as well as the re-election of several directors and the re-appointment of KPMG as auditors. The AGM results reflect strong shareholder support, with a high percentage of shares voted, indicating confidence in the company’s strategic direction and governance.
Auto Trader Group plc has announced the repurchase of 171,000 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 783.8553 pence per share. This transaction, conducted through Merrill Lynch International, is part of the company’s ongoing share buyback program, which aims to reduce the number of shares in circulation and potentially enhance shareholder value by increasing the earnings per share. Following this transaction, Auto Trader now has 874,913,982 ordinary shares in issue, with 5,231,460 held in treasury, impacting the total number of voting rights available to shareholders.
Auto Trader Group plc has announced the repurchase of 328,700 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 786.8121 pence per share. This transaction, executed through Merrill Lynch International, reduces the total number of shares in circulation and impacts the company’s voting rights, which now stand at 869,853,522. The buyback is part of Auto Trader’s ongoing strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.
Auto Trader Group plc has announced the repurchase of 322,800 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 787.6478 pence per share. This transaction, executed through Merrill Lynch International, is part of the company’s ongoing buyback program, which aims to optimize its capital structure and enhance shareholder value. Following this buyback, the company now has 875,413,682 ordinary shares in issue, with 5,231,460 shares held in treasury, affecting the total number of voting rights available to shareholders.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 313,400 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 783.0921 pence per share. This transaction, conducted through Merrill Lynch International, is part of the company’s ongoing share buyback program, which aims to enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares in circulation. Following this buyback, the total number of voting rights in the company stands at 870,502,522. This strategic move is likely to impact the company’s market positioning by potentially increasing the value of remaining shares and demonstrating confidence in its financial health.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 297,000 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 792.7302 pence per share, as part of its ongoing buyback program. This transaction reduces the number of shares in circulation, potentially increasing the value of remaining shares and demonstrating the company’s confidence in its financial health, which may positively impact shareholder value.
Auto Trader Group plc announced a share buyback transaction, purchasing 266,242 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 812.7696 pence per share. This move is part of the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and return value to shareholders, potentially impacting its stock liquidity and market perception.
Auto Trader Group plc announced the repurchase of 287,600 of its ordinary shares for cancellation at an average price of 804.9169 pence per share. This transaction, executed through Merrill Lynch International, is part of the company’s ongoing share buyback program, which impacts the total number of voting rights available to shareholders, now standing at 871,379,164. Such buybacks can influence the company’s stock value and shareholder equity, reflecting a strategic move to manage capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.