KAR1 Stock Chart & Stats
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Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Healthy ProfitabilityHealthy TTM gross, operating, and net margins show the marketplace is converting transactions into meaningful earnings today. This profitability provides internal resources for technology and service investment, although durability still depends on maintaining current operating economics.
Strong Cash GenerationTTM operating cash flow of about $404M and free cash flow of about $347M indicate strong current cash conversion. FCF equal to roughly 87% of net income supports reinvestment and capital allocation, giving the business useful funding capacity without relying solely on external financing.
Positive Revenue GrowthPositive reported revenue growth indicates OPENLANE is expanding the volume or value of activity supported by its wholesale vehicle marketplace. Continued top-line progress can strengthen operating leverage, broaden platform relevance, and create a larger base for ancillary service revenue over time.
Bears Say
Higher LeverageThe sharp increase in debt-to-equity leaves OPENLANE with a more debt-heavy capital structure than in prior periods. Higher leverage can reduce flexibility to fund growth or absorb weaker wholesale demand, while making earnings and cash flow more exposed to operating setbacks.
Earnings VolatilityThe swing from strong profitability in 2022 to a net loss in 2023, followed by recovery, shows that earnings are sensitive across the cycle. Such volatility makes durable margin assumptions less certain and can complicate investment, staffing, and capital allocation decisions.
Uneven Free Cash FlowAlthough current cash generation is strong, slightly negative TTM FCF growth and prior negative operating and free cash flow indicate inconsistent conversion across periods. This variability may constrain confidence in funding capacity during weaker market conditions or margin compression.
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KAR1 FAQ
What was OPENLANE’s price range in the past 12 months?
Currently, no data Available
What is OPENLANE’s market cap?
OPENLANE’s market cap is $73.55B.
When is OPENLANE’s upcoming earnings report date?
OPENLANE’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 03, 2026 which is in 53 days.
How were OPENLANE’s earnings last quarter?
OPENLANE released its earnings results on Aug 04, 2026. The company reported $6.798 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $5.915 by $0.884.
Is OPENLANE overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts OPENLANE’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does OPENLANE pay dividends?
OPENLANE does not currently pay dividends.
What is OPENLANE’s EPS estimate?
OPENLANE’s EPS estimate is 6.39.
How many shares outstanding does OPENLANE have?
OPENLANE has 122,797,455 shares outstanding.
What happened to OPENLANE’s price movement after its last earnings report?
OPENLANE reported an EPS of $6.798 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $5.915. Following the earnings report the stock price went same N/A.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of OPENLANE?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in MX:KAR1
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
OPENLANE Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$786.55 (― Upside)
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Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
MX:KAR1 Sentiment 67%
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Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $4.6B over
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News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
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Positive
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18.62%
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Company Description
OPENLANE
OPENLANE, Inc., including its various subsidiaries, functions as a leading digital platform designed for the transaction of pre-owned vehicles, connecting buyers and sellers across major markets in the United States, Canada, Continental Europe, and the United Kingdom. The company's operations are distinctly divided into two primary segments: Marketplace and Finance. The Marketplace segment offers comprehensive digital services for both acquiring and divesting used vehicles. This is augmented by an array of value-added ancillary services, such as inbound and outbound transportation logistics, vehicle reconditioning, detailed inspection and certification, titling assistance, administrative support, and collateral recovery. A key component of this segment is the OPENLANE platform, a mobile application-enabled solution that empowers dealerships to effectively source and sell their inventory. The clientele for this segment is diverse, including commercial fleet operators, financial institutions, rental car companies, new and used vehicle dealerships, and vehicle manufacturers. Conversely, the Finance segment specializes in providing floorplan financing. This entails offering short-term, inventory-secured capital specifically to independent vehicle dealers. Established in 2006 and headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, the company underwent a name change in May 2023, transitioning from its former identity as KAR Auction Services, Inc. to OPENLANE, Inc.
KAR1 Company Deck
KAR1 Earnings Call
Q2 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call reported a very strong, record first quarter with broad marketplace momentum (GMV, vehicle volumes, revenue, EBITDA and cash generation) and meaningful product/technology progress. Headline metrics and a raised full‑year EBITDA outlook point to positive operating leverage and market share gains. Offsetting items include yield and mix pressures (notably in U.S. dealer and commercial yields), modest pressure in finance yields and a one‑time mix effect from a large new private‑label customer, plus macro and regional risks that could temper back‑half performance. On balance, the positive operational and financial progress materially outweigh the transitory and structural challenges discussed.View all MX:KAR1 earnings summaries