Lithia Motors/$LAD
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About Lithia Motors
Lithia Motors is a retailer of new and used vehicles and related services. The company offers over 50 brands of vehicles at nearly 500 stores globally across the US, Canada, and UK. The company has expanded largely through the acquisition of dealerships in smaller regional markets but now seeks to grow in any part of the US and we expect more deals over time in the US and, at times, abroad. Annual revenue in 2024 was $36.2 billion and we see over $50 billion possible in a few years. The US was 78% of 2024 revenue and the UK second at 19%, due to the 2024 Pendragon acquisition. In 2024, new vehicle sales were about 49% of total revenue. Lithia was founded in 1946, went public in 1996, and is the largest US auto dealer. It is based in Medford, Oregon.
Ticker
$LAD
Sector
Primary listing
NYSE
Industry
Specialty Retail
Headquarters
Employees
30,000
ISIN
US5367971034
Website
Lithia Motors Metrics
BasicAdvanced
$9.3B
11.24
$31.74
1.61
$2.14
0.62%
Price and volume
Market cap
$9.3B
Beta
1.61
52-week high
$405.14
52-week low
$247.01
Average daily volume
224K
Dividend rate
$2.14
Financial strength
Current ratio
1.179
Quick ratio
0.247
Long term debt to equity
130.617
Total debt to equity
194.136
Dividend payout ratio (TTM)
6.67%
Interest coverage (TTM)
3.07%
Profitability
EBITDA (TTM)
1,944.4
Gross margin (TTM)
15.39%
Net profit margin (TTM)
2.31%
Operating margin (TTM)
4.46%
Effective tax rate (TTM)
24.02%
Revenue per employee (TTM)
$1,230,000
Management effectiveness
Return on assets (TTM)
4.50%
Return on equity (TTM)
13.14%
Valuation
Price to earnings (TTM)
11.236
Price to revenue (TTM)
0.259
Price to book
1.38
Price to tangible book (TTM)
5.73
Price to free cash flow (TTM)
83.3
Free cash flow yield (TTM)
1.20%
Free cash flow per share (TTM)
428.09%
Dividend yield (TTM)
0.60%
Forward dividend yield
0.62%
Growth
Revenue change (TTM)
12.79%
Earnings per share change (TTM)
-6.32%
3-year revenue growth (CAGR)
13.47%
10-year revenue growth (CAGR)
19.69%
3-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
-8.90%
10-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
18.43%
3-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
13.34%
10-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
12.15%
What the Analysts think about Lithia Motors
Analyst ratings (Buy, Hold, Sell) for Lithia Motors stock.
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Lithia Motors' diverse business model, encompassing new and used vehicle sales, parts and service operations, and finance and insurance products, positions the company well for future growth. This diversification provides multiple revenue streams, reducing reliance on any single segment of the automotive market. (Investing.com)
The company's strategic acquisitions have significantly increased its market share and enhanced its portfolio. A spree of acquisitions has brought Lithia's total expected annualized revenues acquired to roughly $6 billion so far in 2024. (Nasdaq)
Analysts have expressed optimism regarding Lithia's financial prospects, with price target increases from multiple analysts indicating a positive outlook on Lithia's future financial performance. (Investing.com)
Economic uncertainties pose a significant risk to Lithia Motors' growth strategies. The automotive industry is particularly sensitive to macroeconomic factors such as interest rates, consumer confidence, and employment levels. In the event of an economic downturn, consumers may delay large purchases like vehicles, potentially leading to reduced sales volumes and pressure on profit margins. (Investing.com)
The auto retail sector is becoming increasingly competitive, with both traditional dealerships and new entrants vying for market share. Online car retailers and direct-to-consumer sales models from manufacturers pose a threat to Lithia's traditional dealership model. These new competitors often operate with lower overhead costs and can offer competitive pricing, potentially eroding Lithia's market share in both new and used vehicle sales. (Investing.com)
While industry consolidation presents opportunities for Lithia Motors, it also poses potential risks to the company's growth strategy. As the automotive retail sector becomes more consolidated, Lithia may face increased competition from other large players who are also pursuing aggressive acquisition strategies. This could lead to bidding wars for attractive dealership targets, potentially driving up acquisition costs and impacting the company's ability to generate value from these investments. (Investing.com)
Data summarised monthly by Lightyear AI. Last updated on 9 Jul 2025.
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FAQs
What’s the current market cap for Lithia Motors stock?
Lithia Motors (LAD) has a market cap of $9.3B as of July 11, 2025.
What is the P/E ratio for Lithia Motors stock?
The price to earnings (P/E) ratio for Lithia Motors (LAD) stock is 11.24 as of July 11, 2025.
Does Lithia Motors stock pay dividends?
Yes, the Lithia Motors (LAD) stock pays dividends to shareholders. As of July 11, 2025, the dividend rate is $2.14 and the yield is 0.62%. Lithia Motors has a payout ratio of 6.67% on a trailing twelve-month basis.
When is the next Lithia Motors dividend payment date?
The next Lithia Motors (LAD) dividend payment date is unconfirmed.
What is the beta indicator for Lithia Motors?
Lithia Motors (LAD) has a beta rating of 1.61. This means that it is more volatile than the market, on average. A beta of 1 would indicate the stock moves in-line with the market, while a beta of 2 would indicate the stock moves twice as much as the market.