A Business at a Glance
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As used in this Annual Report, the terms “Lithia,” “Lithia and Driveway,” “LAD,” “the Company,” “we,” “us,” and “our” refer collectively to Lithia Motors, Inc. and its subsidiaries, unless otherwise required by the context. Our store operations are conducted by our subsidiaries. Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements in this Annual Report, including in the sections entitled “Risk Factors,” “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations,” and “Business” constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the “Safe Harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.
| Metric | TTM | FY2025 | FY2024 | FY2023 | FY2022 | FY2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 37.6B | 37.6B | 36.2B | 31.0B | 28.2B | 22.8B |
| Net Income | 820M | 820M | 797M | 1.0B | 1.3B | 1.1B |
| EPS | $32.32 | $32.32 | $29.45 | $36.29 | $44.17 | $36.54 |
| Free Cash Flow | 5.8M | 5.8M | 74M | -703M | -913M | 1.5B |
| ROIC | 7.1% | 7.6% | 8.6% | 10.7% | 15.1% | 18.4% |
| Gross Margin | 15.2% | 15.2% | 15.4% | 16.8% | 18.3% | 18.7% |
| Debt/Equity | 1.60 | 1.60 | 1.36 | 1.25 | 1.14 | 0.83 |
| Dividends/Share | $2.18 | $2.18 | $2.09 | $1.92 | $1.61 | $1.36 |
| Operating Income | 1.6B | 1.6B | 1.6B | 1.7B | 1.9B | 1.7B |
| Operating Margin | 4.2% | 4.2% | 4.3% | 5.5% | 6.9% | 7.3% |
| ROE | 12.4% | 12.4% | 12.4% | 17.5% | 25.4% | 29.1% |
| Shares Outstanding | 25M | 25M | 27M | 28M | 28M | 29M |
LITHIA MOTORS INC passes 6 of 9 quality checks, suggesting mixed fundamentals.
LITHIA MOTORS INC trades at 8.7x trailing earnings, compared to its 15-year median P/E of 10.8x, suggesting it is currently Fair relative to its historical range. The company's 5-year average ROIC is 12.1% with a gross margin of 16.9%. Total shareholder yield (dividends + buybacks) is 14.2%. At current prices, the estimated annualized return to fair value is -31.8%.
LITHIA MOTORS INC (LAD) has a current P/E ratio of 8.7, compared to its historical median P/E of 10.8. The stock is currently considered Fair based on its historical valuation range.
LITHIA MOTORS INC (LAD) has a 5-year average return on invested capital (ROIC) of 12.1%. This indicates solid capital allocation.
LITHIA MOTORS INC (LAD) has a market capitalization of $7.1B. It is classified as a mid-cap stock.
Yes, LITHIA MOTORS INC (LAD) pays a dividend with a trailing twelve-month yield of 0.77%. The company also returns capital through share buybacks, with a buyback yield of 13.45%.
Based on historical P/E analysis, LITHIA MOTORS INC (LAD) appears fair. The current P/E of 8.7 is 19% below its historical median of 10.8. The estimated fair value CAGR (P/E method) is 20.7%.
LITHIA MOTORS INC (LAD) operates in the Retail-Auto Dealers & Gasoline Stations industry, within the Consumer Cyclical sector.
LITHIA MOTORS INC (LAD) reported annual revenue of $37.6 billion in its most recent fiscal year, based on SEC EDGAR filings.
LITHIA MOTORS INC (LAD) has a net profit margin of 2.2%. This is a modest margin.
LITHIA MOTORS INC (LAD) generated $6 million in free cash flow in its most recent fiscal year. Positive free cash flow supports dividends, buybacks, and debt reduction.
LITHIA MOTORS INC (LAD) has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.60. This indicates higher leverage, which may increase financial risk.
LITHIA MOTORS INC (LAD) reported earnings per share (EPS) of $32.32 in its most recent fiscal year.
LITHIA MOTORS INC (LAD) has a return on equity (ROE) of 12.4%. This indicates moderate shareholder returns.
LITHIA MOTORS INC (LAD) has a 5-year average gross margin of 16.9%. This lower margin is typical of capital-intensive or commodity businesses.
The Ledger Terminal provides 16 years of financial data for LITHIA MOTORS INC (LAD), sourced directly from SEC EDGAR filings. This includes income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and key financial ratios.
LITHIA MOTORS INC (LAD) has a book value per share of $260.39, based on its most recent annual SEC filing.