Barclays has initiated coverage on Lithia Motors Inc (LAD) with an Overweight rating as of November 11, 2025. This marks the firm's first assessment of Lithia's investment potential based on its research into the company and industry dynamics.
Lithia Motors, headquartered in Medford, Oregon, is a global automotive retailer employing approximately 30,000 full-time staff. The company operates around 459 locations across the U.S., U.K., and Canada, providing a wide array of products and services throughout the vehicle ownership lifecycle. It operates through two segments: Vehicle Operations and Financing Operations. The Vehicle Operations segment includes retail automotive and service operations, while Financing Operations provides financing solutions for customers purchasing or leasing vehicles.
As of November 8, 2025, Lithia Motors has a market capitalization of $7.1 billion, a P/E ratio of 7.88, and an EPS of 34.51. The company also boasts a substantial dividend yield of 75.7%. Upcoming earnings are anticipated on July 26, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $9.17 and revenue of $10.0 billion.
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