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ACV Auctions Inc. (ACVA)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/16/2025: ACVA (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
14 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $19.73
1 Year Target Price $19.73
| 5 | Strong Buy |
| 7 | Buy |
| 2 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -8.06% | Avg. Invested days 27 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/16/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.83B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 19.73 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 19.73 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 14 | Beta 1.68 | 52 Weeks Range 9.85 - 23.46 | Updated Date 09/16/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 9.85 - 23.46 | Updated Date 09/16/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.38 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -9.09% | Operating Margin (TTM) -3.71% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -3.63% | Return on Equity (TTM) -14.18% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 20.41 | Enterprise Value 1698290118 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.59 |
Enterprise Value 1698290118 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.59 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.4 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -18.12 | Shares Outstanding 172107008 | Shares Floating 168520409 |
Shares Outstanding 172107008 | Shares Floating 168520409 | ||
Percent Insiders 2.29 | Percent Institutions 105.5 |
Upturn AI SWOT
ACV Auctions Inc.
Company Overview
History and Background
ACV Auctions Inc. was founded in 2014. It provides a digital marketplace for wholesale vehicle transactions, connecting car dealers and offering data and technology to facilitate informed decisions.
Core Business Areas
- Marketplace: ACV's core offering, connecting buyers and sellers for wholesale auto auctions using mobile technology and real-time data.
- Data Services: Provides data analytics and insights to dealers, helping them make better buying and selling decisions based on market trends and vehicle valuations.
- Transportation Services: Facilitates vehicle transportation logistics for dealers, streamlining the process of moving vehicles after a transaction.
Leadership and Structure
George Chamoun is the CEO. The company has a typical corporate structure with departments focused on technology, sales, operations, and finance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Marketplace Platform: ACV's core platform allows dealers to buy and sell vehicles through online auctions. Market share data for specific platforms is difficult to pinpoint, but ACV is a significant player. Competitors include Manheim, ADESA, and BacklotCars. Revenue from marketplace drives the majority of ACV revenue (details in Financial Performance).
- MAX Digital: A digital vehicle advertising and analytics platform which enables automotive dealerships to effectively merchandise and market their inventory online. MAX Digital was acquired by ACV in 2021. ACV now offers its dealers solutions such as ACV Transportation, True360 Reports, and data services such as insights and valuation tools.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The automotive wholesale market is undergoing a shift towards digitalization, with increasing adoption of online auction platforms. The industry is competitive, with established players and emerging technology-driven companies.
Positioning
ACV Auctions positions itself as a technology-driven innovator in the wholesale auto auction market, offering transparency and efficiency through its digital platform. Its competitive advantages include its proprietary technology and focus on data analytics.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The US wholesale used vehicle market is estimated at over $100 billion annually. ACV Auctions is positioned to capture a significant portion of this market through its digital platform.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Technology platform
- Data analytics capabilities
- Strong dealer network
- Transparent auction process
- Efficient logistics solutions
Weaknesses
- Dependence on dealer relationships
- Profitability challenges
- Competition from established players
- Potential for economic downturn to impact sales
- Customer concentration with large dealer groups.
Opportunities
- Expanding into new geographic markets
- Developing new data-driven services
- Partnerships with OEMs and other industry players
- Increasing adoption of digital wholesale platforms
- Further integrating transportation solutions.
Threats
- Competition from established auction houses
- Economic downturn impacting auto sales
- Changes in regulatory environment
- Cybersecurity risks
- Disruptive technologies
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- KAR
- COX
Competitive Landscape
ACV Auctions Inc. faces competition from established auction houses like Manheim (Cox Automotive) and ADESA (KAR Auction Services), as well as other digital platforms. ACV's advantages include its technology and data capabilities, while its disadvantages include its relative size and profitability challenges.
Major Acquisitions
MAX Digital
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions):
- Strategic Rationale: The acquisition of MAX Digital helps ACV enhance its offerings to car dealerships.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: ACV Auctions Inc. has experienced rapid revenue growth in recent years, driven by increased adoption of its platform and expansion into new markets. However, profitability has been a challenge. Please consult financial data providers for specific figures.
Future Projections: Analyst projections vary, but generally expect continued revenue growth for ACV Auctions Inc., albeit at a potentially slower pace. Profitability is a key area of focus. Please consult financial data providers for updated data.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding transportation services, developing new data analytics products, and focusing on operational efficiencies.
Summary
ACV Auctions is a tech-forward player in the wholesale auto auction market, experiencing robust growth. While revenue is increasing, profitability remains a key challenge. The company's technology platform and data analytics are strengths, but it faces competition from established players and must navigate economic uncertainties. Focus on efficiency and market expansion will be crucial for continued success.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company reports (Investor Relations website)
- Financial data providers (Yahoo Finance, Google Finance)
- Industry analysis reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and represents a general overview. Investment decisions should be based on thorough research and consultation with a financial advisor. Market share estimates are approximate and subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About ACV Auctions Inc.
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Buffalo, NY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2021-03-24 | CEO & Director Mr. George G. Chamoun | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Auto & Truck Dealerships | Full time employees 2900 | Website https://www.acvauto.com |
Full time employees 2900 | Website https://www.acvauto.com | ||
ACV Auctions Inc. provides a wholesale auction marketplace to facilitate business-to-business used vehicle sales between a selling and buying dealership. The company's marketplace platform includes digital marketplace that connects buyers and sellers by providing auctions, which facilitates real-time transactions of wholesale vehicles; Run List for pre-filtering and pre-screening of vehicles up to 24 hours prior to an auction taking place; ACV transportation service to enable the buyers to see real-time transportation quotes; ACV capital, a short-term inventory financing services for buyers to purchase vehicles; and Go Green customer assurance services for claims against defects in the vehicle. It also provides remarketing centers, which offers value-added services, such as vehicle reconditioning and storage to facilitate auction business with commercial partners, such as fleet, rental car, and financial sector consignors. In addition, the company offers data services, including True360 report, which provides cosmetic and structural vehicle assessments integrated into vehicle history reports for dealer to make wholesale and retail transaction decisions on and off the marketplace; ACV market report provides transaction data and condition reports for comparable used vehicles, including pricing data from third-party sources and allows dealers to determine pricing and valuation strategies for used vehicles; and ACV MAX inventory management software that enables dealers to manage their inventory and set pricing while turning vehicles. Further, it provides data and technology through inspection, such as condition reports, virtual lift solutions, Apex device, and vehicle intelligence platform; and marketplace enablement, comprising MyACV application, private marketplaces, operations automation, live appraisals, and programmatic buying service. ACV Auctions Inc. was incorporated in 2014 and is headquartered in Buffalo, New York.
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