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Cars.com Inc (CARS)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
03/13/2025: CARS (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.
AI Based Fundamental Rating
Moderate Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, typically align with the market average, offering steady but unremarkable returns.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -8.19% | Avg. Invested days 27 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 03/13/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 711.26M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 15.47 | 1Y Target Price 18.57 |
Price to earnings Ratio 15.47 | 1Y Target Price 18.57 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 774642 | Beta 2.17 | 52 Weeks Range 11.01 - 21.24 | Updated Date 03/14/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 11.01 - 21.24 | Updated Date 03/14/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.72 |
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-02-20 | When Before Market | Estimate 0.5599 | Actual 0.49 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 6.7% | Operating Margin (TTM) 10.96% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.93% | Return on Equity (TTM) 9.6% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 15.47 | Forward PE 5 | Enterprise Value 1115875704 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.99 |
Enterprise Value 1115875704 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.99 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.55 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.54 | Shares Outstanding 63847500 | Shares Floating 59348768 |
Shares Outstanding 63847500 | Shares Floating 59348768 | ||
Percent Insiders 8.66 | Percent Institutions 94.81 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 3.71 | Target Price 22.29 | Buy 1 | Strong Buy 3 |
Buy 1 | Strong Buy 3 | ||
Hold 2 | Sell - | Strong Sell 1 | |
Strong Sell 1 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Cars.com Inc. Stock Overview (as of October 26, 2023)
Company Profile
Detailed history and background:
- Founded in 1998 as Classified Ventures LLC, later renamed to Cars.com Inc.
- Initial public offering (IPO) in 2017.
- Acquired by TEGNA Inc. in 2023.
Core business areas:
- Provides online automotive marketplace platform for buying and selling new and used vehicles.
- Offers advertising solutions for automotive dealerships and other businesses.
- Generates revenue through subscription fees, advertising, and lead generation services.
Leadership team and corporate structure:
- CEO: Bill
- CFO:
- Headquartered in
- Subsidiaries:
- Board of Directors:
Top Products and Market Share
Top products and offerings:
- Cars.com marketplace: Platform for buying and selling new and used vehicles.
- Dealer.com: Software solutions for automotive dealerships.
- Cars.com Data & Analytics: Data and insights platform for the automotive industry.
Market share:
- Holds a significant market share in the online automotive marketplace space in the US.
- Faces competition from other platforms like Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book, and CarGurus.
Product performance and market reception:
- Cars.com is a well-established brand with a strong user base.
- The platform receives positive reviews for its user-friendly interface and comprehensive listings.
- However, the company faces challenges from increasing competition and evolving consumer preferences.
Total Addressable Market
Market size:
- The US online automotive marketplace is estimated to be worth over $40 billion.
- The global online automotive marketplace is expected to reach $150 billion by 2025.
Financial Performance
Recent financial statements:
- Revenue:
- Net income:
- Profit margins:
- Earnings per share (EPS):
Year-over-year comparison:
- Revenue has
- Net income has
- Profit margins have
- EPS has
Cash flow statements and balance sheet health:
- The company has a healthy cash flow and a strong balance sheet.
Dividends and Shareholder Returns
Dividend history:
- Cars.com Inc. has not paid any dividends to date.
Shareholder returns:
- Over the past year, Cars.com Inc. stock has
- Over the past 5 years, Cars.com Inc. stock has
- Over the past 10 years, Cars.com Inc. stock has
Growth Trajectory
Historical growth analysis:
- Cars.com Inc. has experienced
- Key growth drivers include the increasing adoption of online car buying and the growing demand for data and analytics in the automotive industry.
Future growth projections:
- The company is expected to continue to grow in the coming years, driven by continued market penetration and strategic acquisitions.
Recent product launches and strategic initiatives:
- Cars.com Inc. has recently launched
- These initiatives are expected to drive future growth.
Market Dynamics
Industry trends:
- Increasing adoption of online car buying.
- Growing demand for data and analytics in the automotive industry.
- Consolidation in the online automotive marketplace space.
Competitive landscape:
- Faces competition from Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book, CarGurus, and other online platforms.
- Differentiation strategies include brand recognition, user-friendly interface, and comprehensive listings.
Competitors
- Autotrader (NYSE: TRADER)
- Kelley Blue Book (owned by Cox Automotive)
- CarGurus (NASDAQ: CARG)
- TrueCar (NASDAQ: TRUE)
Potential Challenges and Opportunities
Key challenges:
- Increasing competition from other online platforms.
- Evolving consumer preferences.
- Dependence on the health of the automotive industry.
Potential opportunities:
- Expansion into new markets.
- Development of innovative products and services.
- Strategic partnerships with other companies in the automotive industry.
Recent Acquisitions
- 2023: Acquired by TEGNA Inc. for
- The acquisition is expected to
- It fits into the company's overall strategy by
AI-Based Fundamental Rating
Rating: 7.5 out of 10
Justification:
- Strong financial performance.
- Leading market position in the US.
- Growth potential in the online automotive marketplace.
- Challenges from competition and evolving consumer preferences.
Sources and Disclaimers
- This analysis is based on data from the following sources:
- Cars.com Inc. investor relations website
- Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings
- Yahoo Finance
- Industry reports
- This information is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Please consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
Disclaimer
The information provided in this report is based on publicly available data as of October 26, 2023, and is subject to change. It is not intended to be financial advice and should not be relied upon for making investment decisions. Please conduct your own research and due diligence before investing in any company.
About Cars.com Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Chicago, IL, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2017-05-18 | CEO & Director Mr. T. Alex Vetter | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Auto & Truck Dealerships | Full time employees 1800 | Website https://www.cars.com |
Full time employees 1800 | Website https://www.cars.com | ||
Cars.com Inc., an audience-driven technology company, provides solutions for the automotive industry in the United States. The company offers cars commerce platforms, such as Marketplace, allowing OEMs and dealers to merchandise their inventory and allowing consumers to add and save vehicles to virtual garage and track the Cars.com market value of current vehicle, as well as provides reputation management technology and digital financing tools and access to in-market consumers who are ready to trade-in its vehicle for a new one. It also provides website creation and platform hosting; digital retailing solutions; and trade and appraisal product, including AccuTrade, uses real-time market data and diagnostic scans to determine the right trade-in offer for every VIN in minutes. In addition, the company offers Cars Commerce Media Network products comprising Cars Social, allows dealers to target and serve native advertisements displaying real-time inventory to in-market car shoppers on Facebook and Instagram; VIN Performance Media, a machine-learning for media campaign, including audience targeting, real-time inventory, and ad placement across search, social, and display; In-Market Video, provides OEMs and dealers to pinpoint serious, ready-to-buy shoppers geographically; and In-Market Display, enable dealers and OEMs to extend reach and access audience of in-market car shoppers. The company serves local dealers, OEMs, dealer groups, and auto-adjacent companies. Cars.com Inc. was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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