CarMax, Inc. (KMX)

US — Consumer Cyclical Sector
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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol KMX
  • Rev/Share 174.952
  • Book/Share 41.141
  • PB 1.0904
  • Debt/Equity 2.8655
  • CurrentRatio 2.4609
  • ROIC 0.0056

 

  • MktCap 6838031557.0
  • FreeCF/Share 4.5453
  • PFCF 9.9819
  • PE 12.9754
  • Debt/Assets 0.6561
  • DivYield 0
  • ROE 0.0836

 

  • Rating B-
  • Score 3
  • Recommendation Neutral
  • P/E Score 3
  • DCF Score 1
  • P/B Score 3
  • D/E Score 1

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Downgrade KMX Stephens Overweight Equal Weight -- $42 Oct. 7, 2025
Downgrade KMX Seaport Research Partners Buy Neutral -- -- Sept. 29, 2025
Downgrade KMX Evercore ISI Outperform In-line -- $52 Sept. 26, 2025
Downgrade KMX Oppenheimer Outperform Perform -- -- Sept. 26, 2025
Downgrade KMX Wedbush Outperform Neutral -- -- Sept. 25, 2025
Upgrade KMX JP Morgan Underweight Neutral -- $58 Aug. 6, 2025
Initiation KMX The Benchmark Company -- Buy -- $75 July 17, 2025
Resumed KMX Morgan Stanley -- Overweight -- $80 July 1, 2025
Resumed KMX Wedbush -- Outperform -- $90 May 19, 2025
Upgrade KMX Stephens Equal Weight Overweight $86 $90 March 26, 2025

News

These Were the 5 Worst-Performing Stocks in the S&P 500 in September 2025 -- and One's Decline Can Be Tied to President Trump
DECK, FDS, KMX, KVUE, SNPS
Published: October 08, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Negative

It's fun to follow stocks that soared recently, and it can be sobering to see which ones have plunged -- especially if you're a shareholder. So here's a look at the worst-performing stocks in the S&P 500 index of 500 of America's biggest companies -- in September.

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CARMAX INVESTIGATION ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Reminds Investors of to Contact the Firm Regarding the Investigation into CarMax, Inc.
KMX
Published: October 07, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Litigation Partner Brandon Walker Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In CarMax (KMX) To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options If you purchased or acquired stock in CarMax and would like to discuss your legal rights, call Bragar Eagel & Squire partner Brandon Walker or Marion Passmore directly at (212) 355-4648.

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CARMAX (KMX) ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Continues Investigation into CarMax, Inc. on Behalf of CarMax Stockholders and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm
KMX
Published: October 03, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

CarMax missed Q4 FY25 estimates, cut long-term goals, then reported steep Q2 FY26 revenue/profit declines. Shares fell 17% in April and 20% in Sept 2025.

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New Strong Sell Stocks for October 3rd
BLMN, KMX, LSPD
Published: October 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

LSPD, KMX and BLMN have been added to the Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) List on October 3, 2025.

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BFA Law is Investigating CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX) for Securities Fraud after 20% Stock Drop -- Contact the Firm if You Lost Money
KMX
Published: September 30, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

NEW YORK, Sept. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces an investigation into CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX) for potential violations of the federal securities laws.

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CarMax, Inc. Investigated for Securities Fraud Violations – Contact the DJS Law Group to Discuss Your Rights – KMX
KMX
Published: September 29, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CarMax, Inc. Investigated for Securities Fraud Violations – Contact the DJS Law Group to Discuss Your Rights – KMX.

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CarMax, Inc. (KMX) Faces Investor Scrutiny After Unexpected $142 Million Loss Provision Sends Shares Tumbling -- Hagens Berman
KMX
Published: September 29, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX) shareholders endured a sharp sell-off on September 25, 2025, with the stock plummeting nearly 20% following the release of its second-quarter 2026 financial results. The catalyst for the decline was a surprise surge in the provision for loan losses within the company's CarMax Auto Finance (CAF) segment, its in-house financing arm.

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KMX Investors Have Opportunity to Join CarMax, Inc. Fraud Investigation with the Schall Law Firm
KMX
Published: September 29, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $KMX--KMX Investors Have Opportunity to Join CarMax, Inc. Fraud Investigation with the Schall Law Firm.

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NYSE: KMX Investigation Alert: Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP Encourages CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX) Investors with Significant Losses to Contact the Firm
KMX
Published: September 29, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral

RADNOR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #classaction--The law firm of Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP (www.ktmc.com) is currently investigating potential violations of the federal securities laws on behalf of investors of CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX) (“CarMax”). On September 25, 2025, CarMax released its second quarter fiscal year 2026 financial results, disclosing significant revenue and profit declines year over year, including a revenue decline of 6.0%, total retail used vehicle revenues decline of 7.2%, and a t.

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Here's Why You Should Retain CarMax Stock in Your Portfolio Now
KMX
Published: September 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

KMX's footprint, buyouts, and omnichannel push fuel growth, but tariffs and debt weigh on the used car giant.

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Carmax: Now is the Time to Load Up On This Used Car Stock
KMX
Published: September 26, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive

Carmax's NYSE: KMX share price fell 25% following the Q2 earnings release, hitting rock bottom in the process. Rock bottom aligns with the COVID-19-induced lows of 2020, a launchpad for share prices five years ago and one that will pay off again in the not-too-distant future.

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CarMax: Q2 Plunge Creates Opportunity (Upgrade)
KMX
Published: September 25, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

CarMax shares plunged 20% after weak Q2 results, now down nearly 40% year-over-year, reflecting ongoing affordability and credit challenges. KMX missed earnings expectations, saw revenue fall 6%, and announced a $150 million cost-cutting plan to address persistent muted demand and margin pressure. Credit quality remains a concern with rising loan loss provisions, but KMX's balance sheet and buybacks provide some support despite past capital allocation missteps.

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CarMax, Inc. (KMX) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
KMX
Published: September 25, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX ) Q2 2026 Earnings Call September 25, 2025 9:00 AM EDT Company Participants David Lowenstein - Vice President of Investor Relations William Nash - President, CEO & Director Jon Daniels - Senior Vice President Enrique Mayor-Mora - Executive VP & CFO Conference Call Participants Brian Nagel - Oppenheimer & Co. Inc., Research Division Rajat Gupta - JPMorgan Chase & Co, Research Division Sharon Zackfia - William Blair & Company L.L.C., Research Division Christopher Bottiglieri - BNP Paribas Exane, Research Division David Bellinger - Mizuho Securities USA LLC, Research Division Joshua Young - Truist Securities, Inc., Research Division …

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CarMax Stock Stalls on Q2 Earnings Setback
KMX
Published: September 25, 2025 by: Schaeffers Research
Sentiment: Negative

Shares of CarMax Inc (NYSE:KMX) were last seen in a 22.2% hole, trading at $44.37 after missing fiscal second-quarter expectations, reporting earnings of $0.64 on revenue of $6.59 billion.

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CarMax (KMX) Q2 Earnings: How Key Metrics Compare to Wall Street Estimates
KMX
Published: September 25, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

The headline numbers for CarMax (KMX) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended August 2025, but it may be worthwhile to compare some of its key metrics to Wall Street estimates and the year-ago actuals.

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CarMax stock plummets 20% following 'challenging' quarter that missed Wall Street's expectations
KMX
Published: September 25, 2025 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Negative

Shares of Carmax were down more than 20% Thursday after the used auto retailer missed Wall Street's quarterly earnings and revenue expectations. The company's results included earnings per share of 99 cents compared with expectations of $1.05 and revenue of roughly $6.6 billion versus estimates of $7.02 billion.

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CarMax (KMX) Q2 Earnings and Revenues Lag Estimates
KMX
Published: September 25, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

CarMax (KMX) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.64 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.03 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.85 per share a year ago.

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CarMax Earns Top Honors in 2025: Recently Ranked #6 on Fortune's Best Workplaces in Retail and #38 on PEOPLE's Companies That Care List
KMX
Published: September 24, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CarMax (NYSE: KMX) has been named to Fortune magazine's 2025 Fortune Best Workplaces in Retail™ list for the 11th consecutive year, ranking #6 in the large company category. CarMax was also recently honored by Great Place To Work® and PEOPLE magazine as one of the 2025 PEOPLE® Companies that Care, ranking #38 and marking the company's fifth appearance on the list. These recognitions, as well as other awards achieved this year, highlight CarMax's people-first culture and commitment to helping its communities thrive.

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Gear Up for CarMax (KMX) Q2 Earnings: Wall Street Estimates for Key Metrics
KMX
Published: September 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Looking beyond Wall Street's top-and-bottom-line estimate forecasts for CarMax (KMX), delve into some of its key metrics to gain a deeper insight into the company's potential performance for the quarter ended August 2025.

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Auto part retailers are best positioned for retail earnings, says Oppenheimer's Brian Nagel
AZO, CVNA, KMX, LTH
Published: August 15, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Positive

Brian Nagel, Oppenheimer senior equity research analyst, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss the top tariff defense plays in retail and his expectations for earnings.

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CarMax Could Be A Used Car Lot Value Buy
KMX
Published: August 10, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Tariffs on new cars are driving up prices, boosting demand and prices for used vehicles, which benefits CarMax's core business. CarMax is attractively valued with solid revenue growth, but faces significant risks from its large auto loan portfolio and rising delinquencies. Despite recent stock declines and credit quality concerns, I rate KMX a buy, but recommend only moderate investment due to high risk.

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CarMax Increases Loan Loss Provisions Amid ‘Uncertain Economic Outlook'
KMX
Published: June 20, 2025 by: PYMNTS
Sentiment: Negative

Used car retailer CarMax saw greater loan losses and economic uncertainty during the quarter ended May 31. In response, the company's CarMax Auto Finance (CAF) business boosted its provision for loan losses during the quarter to $101.7 million, up from $81.2 million in the same quarter a year earlier, according to a Friday (June 20) earnings release.

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CarMax, Inc. (KMX) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
KMX
Published: June 20, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX ) Q1 2026 Earnings Conference Call June 20, 2025 9:00 AM ET Company Participants David L. Lowenstein - Vice President of Investor Relations Enrique N.

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'Halftime' Investment Committee Stocks on the Move: CarMax, Accenture and Rocket Companies
ACN, KMX, RKT
Published: June 20, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Neutral

The Investment Committee debate how to trade some of their stocks on the move.

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CarMax Q1 Earnings Surpass Expectations, Revenues Increase Y/Y
KMX
Published: June 20, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

KMX surpasses Q1 earnings estimates, driven by strong used-vehicle sales and rising unit volumes.

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CarMax: Tariffs Support Q1 But Credit Headwinds Persist (Upgrade)
KMX
Published: June 20, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

CarMax delivered a strong Q1 beat, driven by higher volumes and record margins, but some gains may be temporary due to tariff pull-forward. Financing profits remain pressured by rising credit losses, and I expect ongoing provisioning to weigh on future earnings. CarMax shares now trade near my fair value target, reflecting a balanced risk/reward after recent underperformance and improved cost controls.

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CarMax pops on strong Q1 results
KMX
Published: June 20, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Positive

CNBC's Phil Lebeau joins 'Squawk on the Street' with the latest details on CarMax's earnings.

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CarMax Profit Rises on Higher Revenue From Retail Used Vehicles
KMX
Published: June 20, 2025 by: Investopedia
Sentiment: Positive

CarMax (KMX) shares gained Friday as the largest U.S. used car retailer posted better-than-expected profit as sales of retail vehicles increased even as prices declined.

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CarMax Stock Pops After Strong Q1 Results
KMX
Published: June 20, 2025 by: Schaeffers Research
Sentiment: Positive

Used-car stock CarMax Inc (NYSE:KMX) is up 3.2% at $66.41, after the company's better-than-expected first-quarter earnings and revenue results.

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CarMax shares move higher on Q1 profit beat
KMX
Published: June 20, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive

CarMax Inc (NYSE:KMX) shares jumped 8% in early trade as the used car retailer's fiscal first quarter earnings report impressed investors. The company's earnings per share increased 42.3% year-over-year to $1.38, ahead of the Wall Street consensus of $1.19.

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About CarMax, Inc. (KMX)

  • IPO Date 1997-02-04
  • Website https://www.carmax.com
  • Industry Auto - Dealerships
  • CEO William D. Nash CPA
  • Employees 30048

CarMax, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a retailer of used vehicles in the United States. The company operates through two segments, CarMax Sales Operations and CarMax Auto Finance. It offers customers a range of makes and models of used vehicles, including domestic, imported, and luxury vehicles, as well as hybrid and electric vehicles; and extended protection plans to customers at the time of sale, as well as sells vehicles that are approximately 10 years old and has more than 100,000 miles through wholesale auctions. The company also provides reconditioning and vehicle repair services; and financing alternatives for retail customers across a range of credit spectrum through its CarMax Auto Finance and arrangements with various financial institutions. As of February 28, 2022, it operated approximately 230 used car stores. CarMax, Inc. was founded in 1993 and is based in Richmond, Virginia.