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CARG Stock Chart & Stats
$36.45
$1.59(4.76%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$36.45
$1.59(4.76%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$26.39 - $41.22
Previous Close$34.96
Volume608.23K
Average Volume (3M)864.58K
Market Cap
$3.12B
Enterprise Value$3.17K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$122.14M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$185.14M
Price to Earnings (P/E)18.6
Beta1.04
Next Earnings
Nov 10, 2026EPS Estimate
0.67Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.87
Shares Outstanding75,309,870
10 Day Avg. Volume834,554
30 Day Avg. Volume864,575
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.03
Price to Book (P/B)9.77
Price to Sales (P/S)3.89
P/FCF Ratio12.65
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$42.11Price Target Upside15.53% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering10
EPS Forecast (FY)2.62
Revenue Forecast (FY)$1.01B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Cash GenerationExceptional cash conversion gives CarGurus internal funding for product development, AI expansion, and other growth initiatives. It also provides resilience against business fluctuations and supports capital returns without relying as heavily on external financing over the next several quarters.
Sustained Revenue GrowthReaffirmed double-digit growth guidance, combined with particularly strong international expansion, indicates that CarGurus is broadening its revenue base beyond a single market. Continued dealer adoption and geographic momentum can support durable top-line growth over the medium term.
AI And Data AdvantageA large proprietary data set and rising AI engagement can improve search relevance, lead quality, and dealer workflow tools. These capabilities may deepen platform usefulness, increase customer engagement, and support monetization across multiple dealer products over time.
Bears Say
Revenue VolatilityThe history of sharp revenue swings shows that CarGurus’ growth profile can be sensitive to industry and operating conditions. This makes future expansion less predictable and increases the risk that recent recovery trends may not translate into consistently compounding revenue.
Higher Leverage And Lower EquityAlthough total debt remains contained, rising leverage and declining equity reduce balance-sheet flexibility compared with earlier periods. If operating conditions weaken, debt obligations could constrain investment, capital allocation, and the company’s ability to absorb a prolonged slowdown.
Dealer Spending And Margin PressureDealer caution can slow adoption of incremental subscriptions, advertising, and software products, limiting revenue expansion. At the same time, planned margin compression indicates that higher investment and operating costs may absorb part of the benefits from growth and productivity improvements.
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CARG FAQ
What was CarGurus Inc’s price range in the past 12 months?
CarGurus Inc lowest stock price was $26.39 and its highest was $41.22 in the past 12 months.
What is CarGurus Inc’s market cap?
CarGurus Inc’s market cap is $3.12B.
When is CarGurus Inc’s upcoming earnings report date?
CarGurus Inc’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 10, 2026 which is in 53 days.
How were CarGurus Inc’s earnings last quarter?
CarGurus Inc released its earnings results on Aug 06, 2026. The company reported $0.66 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.613 by $0.047.
Is CarGurus Inc overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts CarGurus Inc’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does CarGurus Inc pay dividends?
CarGurus Inc does not currently pay dividends.
What is CarGurus Inc’s EPS estimate?
CarGurus Inc’s EPS estimate is 0.67.
How many shares outstanding does CarGurus Inc have?
CarGurus Inc has 75,309,870 shares outstanding.
What happened to CarGurus Inc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
CarGurus Inc reported an EPS of $0.66 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.613. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 7.161%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of CarGurus Inc?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CARG
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
CarGurus Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$42.11 (15.53% Upside)
$42.11 (15.53% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
CARG Sentiment 80%
Sector Average 57%
Sector Average 57%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 32.4K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $360.7K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Positive
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.1%
Last 30 Days ▲ 4.1%
Last 30 Days ▲ 4.1%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-4.35%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
―
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-23.55%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
CarGurus Inc
CarGurus, Inc., established in Boston, Massachusetts, in 2005, manages a prominent online ecosystem for vehicle transactions, serving both buyers and sellers across the United States and internationally. The company's operations are divided into two main segments: the U.S. Marketplace and Digital Wholesale. Essentially, CarGurus offers an expansive digital automotive marketplace where individuals can search for new and pre-owned vehicle listings from numerous dealerships. Simultaneously, it empowers dealers by linking them with a vast, engaged consumer base and supplying them with practical, data-driven market intelligence. The platform provides an array of specialized features to simplify the car buying and selling journey. For instance, "Digital Deal" allows prospective buyers to begin their purchase directly from a vehicle's detailed listing, while "Finance in Advance" enables qualified consumers to secure pre-approved financing from partnering dealerships. For individuals looking to sell their vehicles, CarGurus offers "Sell My Car – Top Dealer Offers," where dealers present customized trade-in valuations, and "Sell My Car – Instant Max Cash Offer," which facilitates quick online sales of consumer vehicles to dealerships. Furthermore, CarGurus delivers various products to its dealership partners, including listing enhancements and analytical data tools. It also presents advertising avenues for automotive manufacturers and other businesses, focusing on strategies like brand reinforcement, category sponsorship, exclusive automobile segment positioning, and targeted consumer exposure. The company expands its reach through additional platforms such as Autolist, another online automotive marketplace accessible via mobile apps and its website, and PistonHeads, a comprehensive automotive hub featuring a marketplace, an auction platform, and editorial content for car enthusiasts. CarGurus, Inc. adopted its current name in June 2015, having previously operated as CarGurus LLC.
CARG Company Deck
CARG Earnings Call
Q2 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call was predominantly positive, supported by double-digit revenue growth, strong cash-flow conversion, international momentum, expanding dealer engagement, successful early AI and product results, raised profitability expectations, and reaffirmed full-year revenue guidance. The main challenges were cautious dealer spending, ongoing dealer economic pressure, higher operating expenses, and year-over-year declines in gross and adjusted EBITDA margins.View all CARG earnings summariesCARG Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$42.11
▲(15.53% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
5.01% Insiders
28.10% Mutual Funds
22.35% Other Institutional Investors
15.57% Public Companies and
Individual Investors