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Auto Trader Group PLC (GB:AUTO)
LSE:AUTO
AUTO Stock Chart & Stats
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range701.40p - 899.00p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume64.10K
Average Volume (3M)3.09M
Market Cap
£7.37B
Enterprise Value7.80B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£18.70M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£34.60M
Price to Earnings (P/E)27.1
Beta0.88
Next Earnings
May 29, 2025EPS Estimate
15.9Last Dividend Ex-Date
Jan 02, 2025Dividend Yield1.2%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.31
Shares Outstanding877,993,650
10 Day Avg. Volume2,704,675
30 Day Avg. Volume3,087,363
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.27
Price to Book (P/B)N/A
Price to Sales (P/S)0.00
Price to Cash Flow (P/CF)0.00
P/FCF Ratio0.00
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£777.60Price Target Upside-8.50% Downside
Rating ConsensusModerate Sell
Number of Analyst Covering5
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Auto Trader News
PremiumCompany Announcements
Auto Trader Executes Share Buyback to Enhance Shareholder Value
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Auto Trader Announces Total Voting Rights Update
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Auto Trader Announces Total Voting Rights Update
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Auto Trader Executes Share Buyback to Optimize Capital Structure
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Auto Trader Executes Share Buyback to Enhance Market Position
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Auto Trader Executes Share Buyback to Enhance Shareholder Value
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Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Consumer EngagementThe platform continues to see strong levels of activity, with record consumer engagement and Auto Trader's lead over the next nearest marketplace competitor increasing significantly.
Profit PerformanceAuto Trader has reported a mixed set of H125 results with revenue in-line with company consensus, while group operating profit came in approximately 3% ahead, supported by a strong core Auto Trader margin.
Retail Prices StabilizationUsed car demand increased, and there is evidence of stabilization in retail prices, indicating some positive market dynamics.
Bears Say
Market ConditionsAuto Trader's recent results raised questions on the current market backdrop and more subdued outlook, indicating challenges are likely to persist.
Stock Lever GuidanceThe key disappointment was lower stock lever guidance, with no increase in live listings despite faster speed of sale.
Valuation ConcernsAuto Trader's valuation premium is considered unwarranted and at risk of further de-rating, with a lack of earnings momentum ahead.
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Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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Ownership Overview
0.40% Insiders
10.22%
Mutual Funds
0.02% Other Institutional Investors
75.70% Public Companies and
Individual Investors
AUTO FAQ
What was Auto Trader Group PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Auto Trader Group PLC lowest share price was 701.40p and its highest was 899.00p in the past 12 months.
What is Auto Trader Group PLC’s market cap?
Auto Trader Group PLC’s market cap is £7.37B.
When is Auto Trader Group PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Auto Trader Group PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is May 29, 2025 which is in 27 days.
How were Auto Trader Group PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Auto Trader Group PLC released its earnings results on Nov 07, 2024. The company reported 0.156p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of 0.151p by 0.005p.
Is Auto Trader Group PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Auto Trader Group PLC’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Auto Trader Group PLC pay dividends?
Auto Trader Group PLC pays a Annually dividend of 9.9p which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.2%. See more information on Auto Trader Group PLC dividends here
What is Auto Trader Group PLC’s EPS estimate?
Auto Trader Group PLC’s EPS estimate is 15.9.
How many shares outstanding does Auto Trader Group PLC have?
Auto Trader Group PLC has 877,993,650 shares outstanding.
What happened to Auto Trader Group PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Auto Trader Group PLC reported an EPS of 0.156p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of 0.151p. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -7.162%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Auto Trader Group PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:AUTO
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Auto Trader Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Sell
Average Price Target:
£777.60 (-8.50% Downside)
£777.60 (-8.50% Downside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
GB:AUTO Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 66%
Sector Average 66%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
21.61%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
50.14%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-3.58%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Auto Trader Group PLC
Auto Trader Group plc operates in the digital automotive marketplace in the United Kingdom and Ireland. The company provides vehicle advertisement on its websites for private sellers, as well as insurance and loan financing products to consumers; and display advertising on its websites for manufacturers and their advertising agencies. It offers its products to retailers, home traders, and logistics firms. Auto Trader Group plc was founded in 1977 and is headquartered in Manchester, the United Kingdom.
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AUTO Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
777.60p
▼(-8.50% Downside)
Technical Analysis
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