AutoNation (AN, $154.75) beats Q4 earnings expectations
AutoNation posted a historically high fourth-quarter earnings, on the back of higher prices for cars.
The automotive retail company’s adjusted profit came in at $6.37 a share, exceeding the consensus expectation of $5.83 (based on FactSet poll) The figure is also its highest ever for a fourth quarter.
Revenue climbed +2% from the year-ago quarter to $6.7 billion, thanks to the rise in average selling prices for vehicles, as indicated by the company. The Street consensus was $6.5 billion.
While retail sales of AutoNation’s used-vehicle fell -8% to $2.2 billion, its new-vehicle revenue was up +8% year-over-year to $3.1 billion. The after-sales segment, offering car repair and maintenance, was 7% higher year-over-year.
AN sees its 50-day moving average cross bullishly above its 200-day moving average
The 50-day moving average for AN moved above the 200-day moving average on August 28, 2026. This could be a long-term bullish signal for the stock as the stock shifts to an upward trend.
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved above the 0 level on September 01, 2026. You may want to consider a long position or call options on AN as a result. In of 91 past instances where the momentum indicator moved above 0, the stock continued to climb. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) for AN just turned positive on September 02, 2026. Looking at past instances where AN's MACD turned positive, the stock continued to rise in of 46 cases over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
AN moved above its 50-day moving average on September 01, 2026 date and that indicates a change from a downward trend to an upward trend.
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where AN advanced for three days, in of 344 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
AN may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
Bearish Trend Analysis
The 10-day RSI Indicator for AN moved out of overbought territory on July 30, 2026. This could be a bearish sign for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 32 similar instances where the indicator moved out of overbought territory. In of the 32 cases, the stock moved lower in the following days. This puts the odds of a move lower at .
The Stochastic Oscillator has been in the overbought zone for 1 day. Expect a price pull-back in the near future.
The 10-day moving average for AN crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on August 26, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In of 17 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where AN declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Aroon Indicator for AN entered a downward trend on September 03, 2026. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.
Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating low risk on high returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 81, placing this stock better than average.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating very strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. AN’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly overvalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (3.032) is normal, around the industry mean (2.689). P/E Ratio (9.605) is within average values for comparable stocks, (27.841). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.570) is also within normal values, averaging (0.830). AN has a moderately low Dividend Yield (0.000) as compared to the industry average of (0.015). P/S Ratio (0.271) is also within normal values, averaging (0.942).
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to worse than average earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
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General Information
a retaier and a distributer of automobiles
Industry AutomotiveAftermarket
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