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Autotrader Group Plc(LSE) AUTO

Market Cap£4.20BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (2015)+137%
5 Year-16%
1 Year-36%
1 Month-1%
£5.36
+0.90%
+0.05Today
Autotrader Group Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 525.202026-08-27
Autotrader Group Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-0.42%GBX 527.402026-08-20
1 month-0.68%GBX 528.802026-07-28
3 month+18.96%GBX 441.502026-05-29
Year to date-10.44%GBX 586.402025-12-31
1 year-35.76%GBX 817.602025-08-27
3 year-10.53%GBX 587.002023-08-25
5 year-16.13%GBX 626.202021-08-27
Since inception+136.61%GBX 2.252015-03-19

Autotrader Group Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£4.20BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

£1.23B

Net Income (TTM)

£576.50M

EPS (TTM)

£0.34

P/E Ratio

15.78

Dividend

£0.11

Beta (Volatility)

-0.01 (Low)

Price

£5.36

Volume

2,828,381

Open

£5.31

Previous Close

£5.36

Daily Range

£5.23 - £5.39

52-Week Range

£4.19 - £8.29

Estimated Earnings Date

Nov 5, 2026

AUTO News

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About Autotrader Group Plc

Auto Trader Group plc operates as a premier digital automotive marketplace in the United Kingdom and Ireland. The company facilitates vehicle listings for private individuals and offers insurance and loan financing solutions. Established in 1977 and headquartered in Manchester, Auto Trader serves a diverse clientele, including car retailers and independent traders.

Products and Services
  • Online vehicle listings for private sellers and dealers
  • Insurance and loan financing solutions for consumers
  • Display advertising opportunities for vehicle manufacturers
Growth Outlook
  • Strong revenue growth with Q4 2026 revenue reaching £306.6 million
  • Consistent net income margins, with Q4 2026 net income at £143 million
  • Robust operating cash flow, exceeding £160 million in Q4 2026
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) revenue of £1.2 billion, reflecting solid market demand
  • Net profit margin of 47% in Q4 2026, indicating efficient cost management
  • Dividend yield of approximately 2% with a recent dividend of 10.9 pence per share
Auto Trader Group plc has established itself as a leader in the digital automotive marketplace, leveraging technology to connect buyers and sellers effectively. The company's diverse offerings and strong financial performance highlight its potential for continued growth. Recent quarterly results demonstrate a solid revenue trajectory and healthy profit margins, underscoring the company's operational efficiency. With a focus on innovation and customer service, Auto Trader is well-positioned to capitalize on the evolving automotive landscape.
AI Generated • Aug 23, 2026

Industry

Interactive Media and Services

Sector

Communication Services

Employees

1,244

CEO

Nathan James Coe

Website

www.autotrader.co.uk

Headquarters

Manchester, GM M1 7BL, GB

AUTO Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

75.38%

Operating Margin

62.25%

Net Income Margin

47.08%

Return on Equity

60.53%

Return on Capital

62.87%

Return on Assets

42.89%

Earnings Yield

6.34%

Dividend Yield

2.02%

Payout Ratio

32.02%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£4.20BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

778.20M

Volume

2.83M

Avg. Volume

6.24M

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£924.60M

Operating Income

£761.80M

EBITDA

£807.60M

Operating Cash Flow

£634.90M

Capital Expenditure

-£31.30M

Free Cash Flow

£603.60M

Cash & ST Invst.

£18.20M

Total Debt

£211.00M

Autotrader Group Plc Performance Analysis

Autotrader Group Plc annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20232023-03-31GBP 500,200,00015.6%
20242024-03-31GBP 570,900,00014.1%
20252025-03-31GBP 601,100,0005.3%
20262026-03-31GBP 624,300,0003.9%
Autotrader Group Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22024-09-304.2%
Q42025-03-31-1.3%
Q22025-09-306.4%
Q42026-03-31-3.5%
Autotrader Group Plc annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20232023-03-31GBP 0.25-3.1%
20242024-03-31GBP 0.2813.3%
20252025-03-31GBP 0.3212.4%
20262026-03-31GBP 0.348.0%
Autotrader Group Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22024-09-306.7%
Q42025-03-31N/A
Q22025-09-306.3%
Q42026-03-31N/A

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q4 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

£306.60M

+5.6%

Gross Profit

£233.00M

-3.3%

Gross Margin

75.99%

N/A

Market Cap

£4.20BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

£3.39M

N/A

Employees

1,239

N/A

Net Income

£143.00M

+2.1%

EBITDA

£202.90M

+4.9%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q4 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

£18.20M

-2.7%

Total Debt

£211.00M

+509.8%

Accounts Receivable

£84.80M

+10.8%

Inventory

£4.30M

+65.4%

Long Term Debt

£205.40M

+582.4%

Short Term Debt

£5.60M

+24.4%

Return on Assets

42.89%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

62.34%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

£145.00M

-1.5%

Operating Cash Flow

£160.30M

+8.0%

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Questions About AUTO

What is the current price of Autotrader Group Plc?

Autotrader Group Plc is trading at £5.36 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Autotrader Group Plc?

Over the past 52 weeks, Autotrader Group Plc has traded between £4.19 and £8.29.

How much debt does Autotrader Group Plc have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Autotrader Group Plc reported total debt of £211.00M.

How much cash does Autotrader Group Plc have on hand?

Autotrader Group Plc reported £18.20M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Autotrader Group Plc’s dividend yield?

Autotrader Group Plc currently has a dividend yield of 2.02%.

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