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AutoCanada Inc. (TSE:ACQ)
TSX:ACQ
Canadian Market
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AutoCanada (ACQ) Earnings Dates, Call Summary & Reports

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Earnings Data

Report Date
Aug 12, 2026
After Close (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)
Consensus EPS Forecast
0.71
Last Year’s EPS
0.72
Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 6 Analysts Ratings

Earnings Call Summary

Q1 2026
Earnings Call Date:May 13, 2026|
% Change Since:
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call conveyed a balanced view: near-term operating and macro challenges resulted in a meaningful year-over-year EBITDA decline and pressured used vehicle profitability, offset by signs of operational stabilization, early sequential improvements (March/April), strategic balance sheet actions (cash proceeds and credit facility extension), continued collision growth and targeted M&A. Management laid out clear priorities and initiatives to restore margins and rebuild productivity, but acknowledged that significant work remains and that parts of the recovery (new vehicles, fixed ops) will take longer.
Company Guidance
The company guided that 2026 will be a transitional year for dealerships and a growth year for collision, with Q1 adjusted EBITDA from continuing operations of $31.0 million (down from $43.0 million a year ago and including a $5.0 million forfeiture of share‑based compensation), used vehicle gross profit per unit of negative $48 in Q1 but expected to improve sequentially (Q2 > Q1) and normalize in the second half with a near‑term target of roughly $1,000 GPU, and new/parts/service recovery taking about 9–12 months (with an overall turnaround horizon of 12–18 months into late 2027); collision was down ~ $2.5 million year‑over‑year due to a difficult hail comparison and three new centers ramping (hail revenue was roughly $8M in Q1 last year vs ~$1M this year), collision remains a core growth focus with targeted accretive M&A, and the company has received ~$65.8M of gross U.S. divestiture proceeds to date (expecting ~ $130M total, with a big chunk this summer and the remainder in the fall) to be used primarily for debt reduction, alongside an amended syndicated credit facility extended to 2028 and capital priorities of debt paydown, high‑return operational investments, selective collision acquisitions and opportunistic share repurchases.
Adjusted EBITDA and Context
Adjusted EBITDA from continuing operations of $31.0M in Q1 FY2026 versus $43.0M in the prior year (a decline of $12.0M, or approximately -27.9%). Management described these results as largely as expected given the macro environment and noted early operational progress late in the quarter and into April.
Collision Business Resilience and Growth
Collision gross profit increased year-over-year and margins remained strong despite a difficult hail comparison. Management highlighted continuing core collision growth, expanding OEM certifications, insurer relationships, and strategic M&A (completed acquisition of Modern Autobody in Edmonton). Collision remains a stated long-term growth focus.
Balance Sheet Strengthening and Liquidity Actions
Received approximately $65.8M in gross proceeds to date from U.S. dealership divestitures (about 50.6% of the expected ~$130M total proceeds). Proceeds are earmarked primarily for debt reduction. Management also completed an amended and extended syndicated credit facility extending maturity to 2028 and improving flexibility.
Operational Stabilization and Leadership Changes
Company implemented leadership changes in mid-February, added regional/functional leaders and a new CFO hire (Mike). Management reported decisive actions to simplify the organization, strengthen oversight and accountability, and launch initiatives (e.g., buy-box analytics for used buying) to restore operational adequacy.
Early Improvements in Used Volumes and Profitability
Management reported sequential improvement in used vehicle profitability trends and sales productivity in March and April, noting aged inventory being worked through and better inventory pricing/management. Expectation set for continued sequential improvement in Q2 and normalization of used gross profit per unit by the second half of the year.
Strategic Capital Allocation Priorities
Near-term capital allocation prioritized: debt reduction, high-return operational investments, selective collision acquisitions, and opportunistic share repurchases. Emphasis on return thresholds, liquidity preservation and strategic fit.

AutoCanada (TSE:ACQ) Earnings, Revenues Date & History

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TSE:ACQ Earnings History

Report Date
Fiscal Quarter
Forecast / EPS
Last Year's EPS
EPS YoY Change
Press Release
Slides
Play Transcript
Aug 12, 2026
2026 (Q2)
0.71 / -
0.72
May 13, 2026
2026 (Q1)
-0.22 / -0.15
0.37-140.54% (-0.52)
Mar 18, 2026
2025 (Q4)
0.47 / -0.06
0.307-119.54% (-0.37)
Nov 13, 2025
2025 (Q3)
0.85 / -0.14
0.25-156.00% (-0.39)
Aug 13, 2025
2025 (Q2)
0.55 / 0.72
-1.47148.98% (+2.19)
May 14, 2025
2025 (Q1)
0.07 / 0.37
-0.1470.00% (+0.47)
Mar 19, 2025
2024 (Q4)
0.07 / 0.31
-0.81137.90% (+1.12)
Nov 13, 2024
2024 (Q3)
-0.02 / 0.25
0.81-69.14% (-0.56)
Aug 13, 2024
2024 (Q2)
0.30 / -1.47
1.75-184.00% (-3.22)
May 02, 2024
2024 (Q1)
0.42 / -0.10
0.32-131.25% (-0.42)
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TSE:ACQ Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
May 13, 2026
C$20.93C$21.45+2.48%
Mar 18, 2026
C$20.01C$17.00-15.04%
Nov 13, 2025
C$22.00C$19.04-13.45%
Aug 13, 2025
C$29.23C$31.32+7.15%
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          TSE:ACQ EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is 0.71.