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AutoNation · Q4 2020 earnings
Q4 2020 earnings · · Investor relations
Briefing
AutoNation reported record fourth quarter adjusted EPS and increased same store revenue and gross profit.
AutoNation's Q4 2020 results showed a mix of challenges and achievements. While GAAP EPS from continuing operations slightly decreased, the company achieved a record adjusted EPS, driven by same-store revenue and gross profit growth. Strategic investments in digital capabilities and AutoNation USA store expansion are underway, alongside significant share repurchases.
- GAAP EPS from continuing operations was $1.73, a slight decrease from the prior year, impacted by a non-cash accounting loss related to an equity investment in Vroom.
- Adjusted EPS from continuing operations reached a record $2.43, a 94% increase compared to the prior year.
- Same store revenue increased by 5%, and same store gross profit increased by 11% compared to the same period last year.
- AutoNation is expanding its footprint with new AutoNation USA stores and investing in digital capabilities to enhance customer experience.
Headline financials
Revenue & EPS history
AutoNation · Revenue · Quarterly
$5.79B
Revenue by segment
AutoNation · $5.79B total across 5 segments · Q4 2020
- New vehicle$3.13B+3.4%54.1%
- Used vehicle$1.51B+12.4%26.1%
- Parts and service$838M-5.9%14.5%
- Finance and insurance, net$296M+11.5%5.1%
- Other$12.6M-43.2%0.2%
Forward guidance
AutoNation is focused on strategic initiatives including digital capabilities enhancement, AutoNation USA store expansion, and share repurchase program.
Tailwinds
- Extending footprint with five new AutoNation USA stores by the end of 2021 and 10 additional new stores in 2022.
- Upgrading AutoNation Express for a seamless omnichannel experience.
- Empowering customers with digital capabilities and physical stores.
- Leveraging Customer 360 for personalized experiences.
- Increased Board authorization for share repurchase by $1 billion.
Headwinds
- Economic conditions impacting consumer demand.
- Potential supply chain disruptions.
- Dependence on vehicle manufacturers' success and programs.
- Restrictions imposed by vehicle manufacturers.
- Impact of COVID-19 pandemic.
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 Q4 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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