AutoNation reports Q1 EPS $4.68, consensus $4.38

Reports Q1 revenue $6.69B, consensus $6.64B. Reports Q1 revenue up 4% on a same store basis driven by new vehicle growth of 10%. “Our results for the first quarter were strong across the board. We achieved significant new vehicle volume growth, we gained share in the markets in which we compete, we delivered on our focus to improve unit profitability in used vehicles, Customer Financial Services continued to perform, and we delivered record After-Sales profits,” said Mike Manley, AutoNation (AN) CEO. “Our operating cash generation and cash conversion were significant, allowing us to deploy capital for both share repurchases and accretive acquisitions and while there remains uncertainty around the impact of tariffs, the strength of AutoNation’s business model has proven to be durable through all economic environments. AutoNation’s multiple revenue streams, flexible cost structure, cash flow generation, and balance sheet position us to continue to deliver robust results,” Manley added.