ANConsumer Cyclical · Auto & Truck DealershipsThe 14 Wall Street analysts covering AutoNation, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $248 — +20.6% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 58 of 100 as at 14 Sept 2026 — in the upper half.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores AutoNation, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested
Volatility (88): The share price has been relatively steady.
Accruals (20): A large share of reported profit has not shown up as cash, or the balance sheet is expanding quickly — both tend to unwind.
Size (19): Larger than most of the companies we track — more scrutinised, less often mispriced.
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The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on AN, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
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The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +20.6% from it.
Of the 20 most recent actions, 6 moved their price target up and 1 moved it down.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Aug 2026 | Argus Research | Maintains | Buy | $241 → $246 |
| 10 Aug 2026 | Stephens & Co. | Maintains | Equal-Weight | $220 → $232 |
| 7 Aug 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Maintains | Overweight | $240 → $250 |
| 4 Aug 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Buy | $287 → $290 |
| 4 Aug 2026 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Overweight | $235 → $210 |
| 3 Aug 2026 | Wells Fargo | Maintains | Equal-Weight | $202 → $224 |
| 3 Aug 2026 | Wells Fargo | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
| 15 July 2026 | Barclays | Maintains | Overweight | $255 → $260 |
| 15 July 2026 | Barclays | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 6 July 2026 | Wells Fargo | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
| 27 May 2026 | UBS | Initiates | Buy | — |
| 14 May 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 6 May 2026 | Barclays | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 4 May 2026 | Wells Fargo | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
| 13 Apr 2026 | Wells Fargo | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
| 8 Apr 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 7 Apr 2026 | Barclays | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 2 Mar 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 11 Feb 2026 | Stephens & Co. | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
| 9 Feb 2026 | Wells Fargo | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.
Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. AN appears on the weeks it earns a place.
Both lines are total return — dividends reinvested — so the comparison is honest on both sides.
Over the twelve months to 14 Sept 2026, AutoNation, Inc. returned −7.4% against +17.0% for the S&P 500, dividends included.
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Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.
A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.
Cheaper than 59% of US stocks
Cheaper than 91% of US stocks
Cheaper than 32% of US stocks
Cheaper than 31% of US stocks
Higher than 27% of US stocks
Higher than 85% of US stocks
Higher than 19% of US stocks
Higher than 54% of US stocks
Higher than 55% of US stocks
Higher than 89% of US stocks
Higher than 78% of US stocks
Higher than 13% of US dividend payers
Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.
The headline figures, each with its date. Every row carries its own link — cite it straight from here.
AutoNation, Inc. has a market value of $6.7B and an enterprise value of $18.0B.
Revenue in the twelve months to 31 Mar 2026: $27.5B. The latest quarter shrank 0.6% year on year.
Net income over the same four quarters: $679.0M, a 2.5% net margin.
Diluted earnings per share, trailing twelve months: $18.46.
Free cash flow in the twelve months to 31 Mar 2026: −$104.0M, after $290.6M of capital spending.
AutoNation, Inc. spent $872.0M on share buybacks in the twelve months to 31 Mar 2026.
Trailing P/E: 9.7×; forward P/E: 8.4× — the forward figure prices analyst consensus estimates, not reported earnings.
Forward dividend yield: 0.66%, paying out 0% of earnings.
AutoNation, Inc. employs 24,800 people — $1.1M of revenue per employee.
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Zacks highlights AutoNation (AN) as a strong momentum stock, using its Style Scores to identify top-rated stocks based on investing style. The piece explains why investors may benefit from taking advantage of this tool.
Why it matters — The article signals that AN is viewed favorably on momentum metrics, which could factor into how investors assess its current momentum position.
AutoNation announced that its CFO, Tom Szlosek, will participate in Morgan Stanley's 14th Annual Laguna Conference on September 17, 2026, at 7 a.m. Pacific time. He will speak to investors in a fireside chat covering the company's strategy, financial performance, capital allocation, and current business trends, with a live webcast of the event.
Why it matters — AN watchers may care because the CFO's fireside chat offers an opportunity for investors to hear directly from management about the company's strategy and operating trends.
Zacks Research published a note suggesting investors retain AutoNation stock. The article cites record aftersales profits, growing finance earnings, and share repurchases as supportive factors, while acknowledging high debt and pressure on new-vehicle margins.
Why it matters — The note highlights the balance between AutoNation's aftersales and finance strengths against its debt load and new-vehicle margin pressure, which are key factors for investors tracking the company's outlook.
Zacks Investment Research highlights AutoNation (AN) as a top value stock for the long term, referencing its Zacks Style Scores as a tool for identifying strong, market-beating stocks for investment portfolios.
Why it matters — The piece positions AN as a compelling value pick, which could draw attention from investors seeking long-term opportunities.
Zacks Investment Research highlights AutoNation (AN) as a strong momentum stock, recommending the Zacks Style Scores framework as a way to identify market-beating stocks for an investment portfolio. The piece focuses on AN's momentum characteristics as evaluated through this scoring system.
Why it matters — A positive assessment of AN's momentum could draw attention from investors who screen stocks using style-based scoring criteria.
The 14 Wall Street analysts covering AutoNation, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $248, with estimates ranging from $210 to $300. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 14 analysts covering AutoNation, Inc., 10 rate it a Buy, 4 a Hold and 0 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks AutoNation, Inc. 58 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 14 Sept 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.
As at 14 Sept 2026, AutoNation, Inc. ranks 58 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Volatility (88 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 14 analysts implies +20.6% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks AutoNation, Inc. 58 out of 100 as at 14 Sept 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering AutoNation, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for AN are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $210 to $300 over the next 12 months.
AutoNation, Inc. returned -7.4% over the 12 months to 14 Sept 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
AutoNation, Inc. is an automotive retailer that operates a broad network of franchised dealerships and related service businesses across the United States.
The most recent item we track (Zacks Investment Research, 10 Sept 2026): "Here's Why AutoNation (AN) is a Strong Momentum Stock". Zacks highlights AutoNation (AN) as a strong momentum stock, using its Style Scores to identify top-rated stocks based on investing style. The piece explains why investors may benefit from taking advantage of this tool.
AutoNation, Inc. is an automotive retailer that operates a broad network of franchised dealerships and related service businesses across the United States. The company sells new and pre-owned vehicles through domestic, import, and premium luxury franchises, serving a wide range of consumer brands and market segments. Its operations also include automotive parts and repair, maintenance services, collision centers, and vehicle protection products, creating a connected retail and aftersales platform for car owners. AutoNation further supports customers through finance-related offerings, including indirect vehicle financing through AutoNation Finance and other financing arrangements. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, AutoNation plays a significant role in the U.S. automotive retail market by combining vehicle sales, service, and financing within a single customer-focused business model.
CEO Mr. Michael M. Manley · 24,800 employees · United States · https://www.autonation.com
