Lithia Motors, Inc. (LAD)
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- symbol LAD
- Rev/Share 1430.9848
- Book/Share 252.0304
- PB 1.2713
- Debt/Equity 0.3627
- CurrentRatio 1.1734
- ROIC 0.0572
- MktCap 7769952112.0
- FreeCF/Share 5.8061
- PFCF 50.8838
- PE 10.2828
- Debt/Assets 0.0958
- DivYield 0.0068
- ROE 0.1208
- Rating B
- Score 3
- Recommendation Neutral
- P/E Score 1
- DCF Score 4
- P/B Score 1
- D/E Score 3
Recent Analyst Ratings
| Type | Ticker | Analyst Firm | Previous Rating | Current Rating | Previous Price Target | Current Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initiation | LAD | Barclays | -- | Overweight | -- | $410 | Nov. 12, 2025 |
| Resumed | LAD | Jefferies | -- | Buy | -- | $400 | Sept. 4, 2025 |
| Resumed | LAD | Goldman | -- | Neutral | -- | $340 | June 3, 2025 |
| Upgrade | LAD | Citigroup | Neutral | Buy | $415 | $375 | April 23, 2025 |
| Initiation | LAD | The Benchmark Company | -- | Buy | -- | $400 | Jan. 8, 2025 |
| Initiation | LAD | Stephens | -- | Overweight | -- | $360 | Sept. 12, 2024 |
News
Lithia Motors Q4 Earnings Miss Expectations, Revenues Remain Flat Y/Y
Published: February 12, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
LAD posts Q4 EPS of $6.74 on $9.2B revenues, with new vehicle sales down but used cars and aftersales up.
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Lithia Motors (LAD) Q4 Earnings: How Key Metrics Compare to Wall Street Estimates
Published: February 11, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Although the revenue and EPS for Lithia Motors (LAD) give a sense of how its business performed in the quarter ended December 2025, it might be worth considering how some key metrics compare with Wall Street estimates and the year-ago numbers.
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TraXtion Awarded Core Preferred Partner Status By Lithia & Driveway
Published: February 10, 2026 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
IRVING, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--TraXtion, a leading provider of automated tire and vehicle inspection solutions, today announced it has been awarded Core Preferred Partner status by Lithia Motors, Inc. (NYSE: LAD) as part of the Lithia & Driveway Preferred Partner Program. This designation from one of the largest dealer groups in North America reinforces TraXtion's role in modernizing the service-lane experience for dealerships. The selection identifies TraXtion as a preferred provider of t.
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Lithia Motors (LAD) Earnings Expected to Grow: Should You Buy?
Published: February 04, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Lithia Motors (LAD) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
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Why Lithia Motors (LAD) is a Top Momentum Stock for the Long-Term
Published: February 04, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Lithia Motors: Changes In Capital Allocation Suggest Shift To Mature Strategy
Published: February 03, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Lithia Motors shifts capital allocation from acquisitions toward dividends and aggressive share repurchases, signaling a transition to a more mature capital strategy. LAD's Q3-2025 results show 5% revenue growth and a 17% increase in adjusted EPS, with buybacks totaling 5.1% of shares at $312 average price. I see LAD as undervalued, with a low PEG ratio (0.51) and a one-year price target of $356.75, justifying a Buy rating (down from Strong Buy).
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Why Lithia Motors (LAD) is a Top Momentum Stock for the Long-Term
Published: December 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Why Lithia Motors (LAD) is a Top Value Stock for the Long-Term
Published: December 18, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Here's Why Lithia Motors (LAD) is a Strong Value Stock
Published: December 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Why Is Lithia Motors (LAD) Down 11.5% Since Last Earnings Report?
Published: November 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
Lithia Motors (LAD) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
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Why Lithia Motors (LAD) is a Top Value Stock for the Long-Term
Published: November 12, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Lithia Motors: Beware Of Debt And Weak Vehicle Demand
Published: November 03, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
Lithia Motors remains a "Buy" due to strong growth, attractive valuation, and continued expansion via acquisitions despite recent share underperformance. LAD reported robust revenue and profit growth, driven by higher vehicle sales and strategic dealership acquisitions, though gross profit per unit declined as industry conditions normalized. Significant leverage from acquisition-driven growth keeps LAD's EV/EBITDA valuation above peers, raising concerns about debt levels versus market cap.
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Lithia Q3 Earnings Surpass Expectations, Revenues Rise Y/Y
Published: October 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
LAD posts stronger Q3 results with EPS and revenues topping estimates, driven by higher new and used vehicle sales.
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Lithia Motors, Inc. (LAD) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Published: October 22, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
Lithia Motors, Inc. (NYSE:LAD ) Q3 2025 Earnings Call October 22, 2025 10:00 AM EDT Company Participants Jardon Jaramillo - Senior Director of Finance & Investor Relations Bryan DeBoer - CEO, President & Director Tina Miller - Senior VP & CFO Charles Lietz - Senior Vice President of Finance Conference Call Participants Ryan Sigdahl - Craig-Hallum Capital Group LLC, Research Division Federico Merendi - BofA Securities, Research Division Michael Ward - Citigroup Inc., Research Division Rajat Gupta - JPMorgan Chase & Co, Research Division Glenn Chin - Seaport Research Partners Christopher Bottiglieri - BNP Paribas Exane, Research Division Jeffrey Lick …
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Lithia Motors (LAD) Reports Q3 Earnings: What Key Metrics Have to Say
Published: October 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
The headline numbers for Lithia Motors (LAD) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended September 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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Lithia Motors (LAD) Reports Next Week: Wall Street Expects Earnings Growth
Published: October 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Lithia Motors (LAD) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
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Here's Why Lithia Motors (LAD) is a Strong Momentum Stock
Published: September 11, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Lithia Motors (LAD) is a Top-Ranked Value Stock: Should You Buy?
Published: September 09, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Why Is Lithia Motors (LAD) Up 18.9% Since Last Earnings Report?
Published: August 28, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Lithia Motors (LAD) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
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Here's Why Lithia Motors (LAD) is a Strong Value Stock
Published: August 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Lithia Motors: Now A Growth Stock And A Value Stock
Published: August 11, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Lithia Motors offers both growth and value, with strong earnings growth and a depressed share price creating an attractive entry point. Recent Q2 results showed 19.2% net income and 25.4% EPS growth, while ongoing acquisitions and buybacks support future earnings expansion. Valuation models (Peter Lynch and DCF) suggest significant upside, with intrinsic values far above current prices and a price target of $335.79.
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Why Lithia Motors (LAD) is a Top Value Stock for the Long-Term
Published: August 06, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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LAD Q2 Earnings Beat on Used Vehicle & Aftersales Outperformance
Published: July 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Lithia Motors tops Q2 estimates as strong used vehicle pricing and aftersales growth offset lower-than-expected new vehicle sales.
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Lithia Motors (LAD) Earnings Expected to Grow: Should You Buy?
Published: July 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Lithia Motors (LAD) possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
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Here's Why Lithia Motors (LAD) is a Strong Value Stock
Published: July 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Lithia Motors Reports Preliminary Q2 Results, Earnings Rise Y/Y
Published: July 16, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
LAD expects Q2 EPS to be up 23-27% year over year, fueled by strong core ops, acquisitions, and soaring finance income.
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Lithia Acquires 2 Stores in Southeast Region, Updates Buyback Plan
Published: June 12, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
LAD expands with two Mercedes-Benz stores in the Southeast, adding $220 million in annual revenues and boosting its luxury footprint.
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PINEWOOD.AI ANNOUNCES AGREEMENT TO ACQUIRE LITHIA'S MAJORITY STAKE IN NORTH AMERICAN JOINT VENTURE
Published: June 06, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Pinewood.AI to Acquire Lithia's 51% Stake; New Contract Secures Deployment Across Lithia's Dealerships in US and Canada by 2028 LONDON and MEDFORD, Ore. , June 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pinewood Technologies Group plc (Pinewood.AI), a leading cloud-based software provider for the automotive retail industry, and Lithia UK Holdings Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD), today announced an agreement in which Pinewood.AI will acquire Lithia's 51% interest in their North American joint venture for $76.5 million.
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Lithia & Driveway (LAD) Rises to Number 124 on 2025 Fortune 500
Published: June 03, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
MEDFORD, Ore. , June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) has announced that the company now ranks #124 on the 2025 Fortune 500 list, rising 16 positions from its 2024 ranking of No.
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Lithia Motors (LAD) Up 5.3% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?
Published: May 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Lithia Motors (LAD) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
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About Lithia Motors, Inc. (LAD)
- IPO Date 1996-12-18
- Website https://www.lithiainvestorrelations.com
- Industry Auto - Dealerships
- CEO Bryan DeBoer
- Employees 30000