AutoNation, Inc. (AN) reported fourth-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings of $5.08 per share, a 2% increase year over year, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $4.91. However, its revenues fell to $6.93 billion, below the expected $7.14 billion and down from $7.21 billion in the previous year.
During this quarter, new vehicle revenues declined 8.8% year over year to $3.44 billion, with retail units sold totaling 64,841, a 9.2% decrease. Used vehicle retail revenues reached $1.76 billion, beating projections slightly despite a 2.9% year-over-year drop in sales. Finance and insurance revenue totaled $369.4 million, up 0.9%, yet also fell short of estimates.
As of December 31, 2025, AutoNation’s liquidity stood at $1.8 billion, including $59 million in cash. The firm repurchased 1.7 million shares for $350 million during the quarter, with $968 million remaining in its share repurchase program.
