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Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Used-vehicle Sales GrowthStrong comparable sales and unit growth indicate improving customer demand and effective execution in CarMax’s core used-vehicle retail model. Outperformance versus the described industry trend can support greater inventory throughput, operating leverage, and sustained revenue expansion over the next several quarters.
SG&A Leverage And Identified Cost SavingsLower selling, general and administrative expense per unit shows that CarMax is converting volume growth into better operating efficiency. The identified savings program provides a concrete path to offset cost pressure, strengthen earnings resilience, and improve profitability as sales scale.
Improving Extended Protection Plan EconomicsThe redesigned extended protection offering and new wheel, tire, and dent product are increasing per-vehicle contribution beyond the underlying vehicle sale. A national rollout expected by year-end could make this higher-margin service stream a more durable support for gross profit.
Bears Say
Thin And Inconsistent Operating ProfitabilityVery low net profitability leaves limited room to absorb weaker pricing, higher operating costs, or changes in demand. Repeatedly negative annual EBIT also suggests that recent improvement has not yet established a durable earnings base, limiting operating resilience over the medium term.
Elevated Leverage Constrains Financial FlexibilityHigh leverage increases the importance of maintaining reliable cash generation and limits flexibility to invest, withstand operating volatility, or return capital aggressively. The sharp decline in returns on equity further indicates that the balance sheet is supporting weaker earnings power than in prior periods.
Vehicle Margins And CAF Income Face PressureCarMax is supporting sales through more competitive pricing, but lower retail gross profit per unit directly pressures vehicle-level economics and management expects further declines in the next two quarters. Lower CAF penetration and expected income also weaken an important complementary profit stream.
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XA4 FAQ
What was Carmax Inc’s price range in the past 12 months?
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What is Carmax Inc’s market cap?
Carmax Inc’s market cap is CHF6.57B.
When is Carmax Inc’s upcoming earnings report date?
Carmax Inc’s upcoming earnings report date is Dec 17, 2026 which is in 74 days.
How were Carmax Inc’s earnings last quarter?
Carmax Inc released its earnings results on Sep 29, 2026. The company reported CHF0.961 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of CHF0.606 by CHF0.355.
Is Carmax Inc overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Carmax Inc’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Carmax Inc pay dividends?
Carmax Inc does not currently pay dividends.
What is Carmax Inc’s EPS estimate?
Carmax Inc’s EPS estimate is 0.35.
How many shares outstanding does Carmax Inc have?
Carmax Inc has 141,942,810 shares outstanding.
What happened to Carmax Inc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Carmax Inc reported an EPS of CHF0.961 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of CHF0.606. Following the earnings report the stock price went same N/A.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Carmax Inc?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CH:XA4
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
CarMax Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
CHF51.92 (― Upside)
CHF51.92 (― Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
CH:XA4 Sentiment 63%
Sector Average 60%
Sector Average 60%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 91%
Bearish news 9%
Bearish news 9%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
19.20%
12-Months-Change
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-3.73%
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Company Description
Carmax Inc
CarMax, Inc., together with its associated entities, functions as a prominent purveyor of previously owned automobiles across the United States. Its business operations are strategically structured into two principal divisions: CarMax Sales Operations and CarMax Auto Finance. Through its retail offerings, the company provides an extensive selection of pre-owned vehicles, including various domestic, imported, and luxury models, in addition to hybrid and electric options. Customers also have the opportunity to purchase extended protection plans at the time of their vehicle acquisition. Separately, CarMax sells older, higher-mileage vehicles—typically around ten years old with over 100,000 miles—via wholesale auctions. Furthermore, CarMax delivers reconditioning and repair services for its vehicles. For its retail clients, the company facilitates a range of financing alternatives designed to accommodate diverse credit profiles, managed both by its internal CarMax Auto Finance segment and through arrangements with various external financial institutions. As of February 28, 2022, CarMax operated a network comprising approximately 230 retail locations specializing in used cars. Founded in 1993, CarMax, Inc. maintains its corporate headquarters in Richmond, Virginia.
XA4 Company Deck
XA4 Earnings Call
Q2 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call was strongly positive, with substantial year-over-year growth in sales, comparable units, EPS, gross profit, CAF income, EPP margins, and SG&A productivity. Management also highlighted improved pricing competitiveness, resilient consumers, AI and digital initiatives, strategy execution, and the planned resumption of share repurchases. The main negatives were lower gross profit per unit, declining CAF penetration, an expectation for slightly lower FY2027 CAF income, upcoming pension and severance charges, higher transportation costs, and affordability pressure from elevated interest rates. Highlights significantly outweighed the lowlights.View all CH:XA4 earnings summariesXA4 Revenue Breakdown
79.99% Used vehicle sales
17.40% Wholesale vehicle sales
2.61% Other
