OPENLANE (OPLN)
NYSE:OPLN
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Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 04, 2026After Close (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.35Last Year’s EPS
0.33Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 7 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call reported a very strong, record first quarter with broad marketplace momentum (GMV, vehicle volumes, revenue, EBITDA and cash generation) and meaningful product/technology progress. Headline metrics and a raised full‑year EBITDA outlook point to positive operating leverage and market share gains. Offsetting items include yield and mix pressures (notably in U.S. dealer and commercial yields), modest pressure in finance yields and a one‑time mix effect from a large new private‑label customer, plus macro and regional risks that could temper back‑half performance. On balance, the positive operational and financial progress materially outweigh the transitory and structural challenges discussed.Company Guidance
Record Quarter — Revenue and EBITDA Growth
Total revenue of $528 million, up 15% year‑over‑year; consolidated adjusted EBITDA of $97 million, up 17% — the highest quarter in company history as a digital marketplace.
Marketplace GMV and Volume Expansion
Marketplace GMV grew 32% to $9.1 billion; consolidated vehicles sold increased 19% year‑over‑year; Marketplace adjusted EBITDA of $52 million (up 39%) and margin expanded to 12% (+160 basis points).
Strong Dealer and Commercial Performance
U.S. dealer-to-dealer transactions accelerated to the upper‑20% range (outpacing the industry); dealer category GMV +20% (vehicles sold +13%, avg vehicle values +6%); commercial GMV +38% driven by a 25% increase in vehicles sold (excluding a step‑function new private‑label customer, commercial vehicles sold grew ~6%).
Finance Segment Cash Generation and Stability
AFC average receivables managed of $2.4 billion (up 3%); AFC adjusted EBITDA of $45 million; trailing 12‑month adjusted free cash flow of $259 million and adjusted FCF conversion of 75% (above the 65%–70% expected range).
Raised Full‑Year Adjusted EBITDA Guidance
Full year adjusted EBITDA guidance increased from $350M–$370M to $365M–$385M; incremental raise driven entirely by stronger Marketplace performance (U.S. dealer and U.S. commercial).
Product and Tech Momentum
Public release of OPENLANE Intelligence (human + AI insights), launch of predictive pricing (30/60/90 day forward view), and Canada MyLot inventory management SaaS (hundreds of early sign‑ups) — reinforcing technology differentiation and new revenue streams.
Customer Experience and Market Adoption
Transactional NPS scores in the 'excellent' range (U.S. seller NPS highest); growth in new buyers, sellers and unique vehicles listed each up >20% in the U.S.; nearly doubled commercial vehicles sold in higher‑margin open channel year‑over‑year.
Strong Liquidity and Capital Actions
Unrestricted cash of $180 million, revolver capacity >$400 million; repurchased 964,000 shares in Q1 at an average $27.20 (~0.7% of fully diluted share count) and prioritized organic growth, repurchases, then debt paydown.
OPLN Earnings History
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OPLN Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
May 05, 2026 | $32.06 | $35.36 | +10.29% |
Feb 18, 2026 | $29.02 | $29.10 | +0.28% |
Nov 12, 2025 | $25.05 | $25.48 | +1.72% |
Aug 06, 2025 | $28.90 | $28.00 | -3.11% |
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FAQ
When does OPENLANE (OPLN) report earnings?
OPENLANE (OPLN) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 04, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
What is OPENLANE (OPLN) earnings time?
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What is OPLN EPS forecast?
OPLN EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is 0.35.