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Lithia Motors (LAD)
:LAD
Earnings Data
Report Date
Feb 18, 2026Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2025 (Q4)Consensus EPS Forecast
8.47Last Year’s EPS
7.79Same Quarter Last Year
Strong Buy
Based on 9 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call presented strong growth in revenue and EPS, driven by used vehicle sales and aftersales. There was also notable progress in F&I revenue and inventory management. However, challenges such as decreased vehicle gross profit per unit, SG&A efficiency, and UK market performance were acknowledged.Company Guidance
Revenue and EPS Growth
Quarterly revenue was $9.7 billion, up 4.9% year over year, with adjusted diluted EPS at $9.50, up 17%. This growth reflects strong performance across all business lines.
Used Vehicle and Aftersales Segments
Used retail revenue increased by 11.8% with a 6.3% increase in unit growth. Aftersales revenue increased by 3.9% while gross profit rose 9.1%, with margins expanding to 58.4%.
F&I Revenue Growth
F&I revenue increased by 5.7%, with F&I per retail unit reaching $1,847, up $20 year over year.
Improved Vehicle Inventory Management
Vehicle inventory and carrying costs improved, with new day supply at 52 days, a decrease of 11 days sequentially.
Driveway Finance Penetration Growth
Driveway Finance achieved a 15% penetration rate milestone earlier than expected, contributing to stable earnings.
Share Buyback and Capital Strategy
Repurchased 5.1% of outstanding shares, focusing on significant long-term accretion and maintaining a strong balance sheet.
LAD Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
LAD Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Oct 22, 2025 | $311.87 | $308.35 | -1.13% |
Jul 29, 2025 | $306.49 | $289.22 | -5.63% |
Apr 23, 2025 | $294.36 | $277.26 | -5.81% |
Feb 12, 2025 | $366.71 | $383.64 | +4.62% |
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.
FAQ
When does Lithia Motors (LAD) report earnings?
Lithia Motors (LAD) is schdueled to report earning on Feb 18, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
What is Lithia Motors (LAD) earnings time?
Lithia Motors (LAD) earnings time is at Feb 18, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
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What is LAD EPS forecast?
LAD EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q4) is 8.47.
