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AutoNation · Q2 2020 earnings
Q2 2020 earnings · · Investor relations
Briefing
AutoNation reported Q2 2020 earnings, achieving an all-time record quarterly adjusted EPS from continuing operations.
AutoNation reported a net income from continuing operations of $280 million, or $3.18 per share, for the second quarter of 2020. This includes a non-cash unrealized gain related to their investment in Vroom of $161 million after-tax, or $1.82 per share. Adjusted EPS from continuing operations was an all-time record $1.41, an increase of 18% compared to adjusted EPS from continuing operations of $1.20 in the prior year.
- EPS from continuing operations was $3.18 compared to $1.12 in the prior year, including a $161 million after-tax non-cash unrealized gain from Vroom investment.
- Adjusted EPS from continuing operations reached a record $1.41, up 18% from $1.20 in the prior year.
- Same-store Total Variable vehicle gross profit per vehicle retailed increased by $585, or 16%, compared to the previous year.
- Adjusted SG&A as a percentage of gross profit was 68.2%, a decrease of 330 basis points compared to the prior year.
Headline financials
Revenue & EPS history
AutoNation · Revenue · Quarterly
$4.53B
Revenue by segment
AutoNation · $4.53B total across 5 segments · Q2 2020
- New vehicle$2.26B-18.4%49.9%
- Used vehicle$1.32B-4.0%29.2%
- Parts and service$690M-23.5%15.2%
- Finance and insurance, net$246M-3.4%5.4%
- Other$10.9M-71.4%0.2%
Forward guidance
AutoNation announced the planned expansion of its AutoNation USA stand-alone pre-owned vehicle sales and service centers, planning to build at least 20 additional stores over the next three years.
Tailwinds
- Expansion of AutoNation USA stand-alone pre-owned vehicle sales and service centers.
- Planned construction of at least 20 additional stores over the next three years.
- Leveraging the 'One Price' model and customer-centric selling processes.
- Capitalizing on brand, scale, 'We’ll Buy Your Car' sourcing initiative.
- Utilizing digital capabilities to capture a larger portion of the used vehicle market.
Headwinds
- Uncertainties related to the resolution of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Potential supply chain disruptions.
- Economic conditions, including changes in interest rates, fuel prices, and tariffs.
- Risks associated with the success and financial viability of vehicle manufacturers.
- Challenges in identifying, acquiring, and building out suitable locations in a timely manner.
Historical earnings impact
How earnings announcements have historically affected this stock's price.
Avg. return before/after earnings
Based on 20 quarterly earnings reports · overlaid with Q2 2020
+0.4%
Avg return
Earnings day
-0.5%
Avg return
5 days after
-0.9%
Avg return
30 days after
49%
33 / 68 earnings
Positive
+16.1%
Q2 2019
Best reaction
-15.1%
Q2 2023
Worst reaction
| Quarter | Report date | Reaction (Day 0) | +5 days | +30 days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | +0.2% | -3.6% | -11.7% | |
| Q4 2025 | +6.2% | +1.9% | -5.5% | |
| Q3 2025 | -3.6% | -8.9% | -4.4% | |
| Q1 2025 | +1.0% | +0.5% | +5.1% | |
| Q4 2024 | +1.3% | +0.0% | -18.7% | |
| Q3 2024 | -3.2% | -2.5% | +5.7% | |
| Q2 2024 | +2.5% | -7.4% | -0.8% | |
| Q1 2024 | +3.1% | +1.5% | +5.8% | |
| Q4 2023 | -6.3% | -7.2% | +0.9% | |
| Q3 2023 | -0.9% | +1.9% | +3.6% | |
| Q2 2023 | -15.1% | -11.8% | -10.7% | |
| Q1 2023 | -2.2% | -5.3% | -2.3% | |
| Q4 2022 | +1.5% | +1.8% | -10.4% | |
| Q3 2022 | +3.6% | +9.1% | +17.4% | |
| Q2 2022 | -4.2% | -9.1% | +2.8% | |
| Q1 2022 | +0.7% | +10.0% | +2.6% | |
| Q4 2021 | -1.2% | -5.2% | +6.6% | |
| Q3 2021 | +11.6% | +7.2% | +0.8% | |
| Q2 2021 | +11.3% | +13.8% | +10.8% | |
| Q1 2021 | -2.1% | +4.6% | +1.0% | |
| Q4 2020 | +0.8% | +0.4% | +15.1% | |
| Q3 2020 | -1.2% | -3.2% | -4.1% | |
| Q2 2020 | +12.0% | +11.7% | +18.9% | |
| Q1 2020 | -4.0% | -6.8% | +6.3% | |
| Q4 2019 | +9.1% | +8.6% | -24.9% | |
| Q3 2019 | -0.4% | -0.1% | +0.4% | |
| Q2 2019 | +16.1% | +16.6% | +13.3% | |
| Q1 2019 | +7.0% | +3.8% | +0.5% | |
| Q4 2018 | -6.8% | -9.5% | -12.5% | |
| Q3 2018 | -4.0% | -3.5% | -11.9% | |
| Q2 2018 | -4.5% | -1.5% | -6.6% | |
| Q1 2018 | +2.1% | +2.7% | -1.1% | |
| Q4 2017 | -5.0% | -9.6% | -17.5% | |
| Q3 2017 | +12.8% | +11.2% | +15.6% | |
| Q2 2017 | -7.7% | -3.9% | +8.5% | |
| Q1 2017 | -2.1% | -4.7% | -11.7% | |
| Q4 2016 | -6.4% | -8.0% | -11.5% | |
| Q3 2016 | -4.7% | -8.9% | -2.7% | |
| Q2 2016 | -0.6% | -5.5% | -8.7% | |
| Q1 2016 | +3.1% | — | — | |
| Q4 2015 | -1.8% | — | — | |
| Q3 2015 | +2.3% | — | — | |
| Q2 2015 | -3.6% | — | — | |
| Q1 2015 | +0.1% | — | — | |
| Q4 2014 | +5.8% | — | — | |
| Q3 2014 | +7.3% | — | — | |
| Q2 2014 | -5.6% | — | — | |
| Q1 2014 | +1.6% | — | — | |
| Q4 2013 | +5.1% | — | — | |
| Q3 2013 | +1.2% | — | — | |
| Q2 2013 | -1.6% | — | — | |
| Q1 2013 | +3.2% | — | — | |
| Q4 2012 | +6.3% | — | — | |
| Q3 2012 | -7.1% | — | — | |
| Q2 2012 | -6.5% | — | — | |
| Q1 2012 | +3.9% | — | — | |
| Q4 2011 | -2.7% | — | — | |
| Q3 2011 | +7.5% | — | — | |
| Q2 2011 | +8.3% | — | — | |
| Q1 2010 | -3.3% | — | — | |
| Q1 2011 | -0.3% | — | — | |
| Q4 2010 | +3.7% | — | — | |
| Q4 2008 | +3.7% | — | — | |
| Q3 2010 | -6.4% | — | — | |
| Q3 2009 | -6.4% | — | — | |
| Q2 2010 | -1.7% | — | — | |
| Q2 2009 | -1.7% | — | — | |
| Q4 2009 | -1.7% | — | — |
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