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Autonation Inc (AN) stock analysis
SKIP 6% confidence · analysed Aug 9, 2026
This analysis is from Aug 9, 2026 and may be out of date.
On Aug 9, 2026, our model rated Autonation Inc (AN) SKIP with 6% confidence at a price of $209.23. That means the signals cancel out; the model sees no clear edge either way.
Fundamentals
In its latest quarter it earned $5.56 per share, which beat the $5.46 analysts expected.
The next earnings report is expected around Oct 29, 2026; prices often move sharply around earnings.
Research notes
AutoNation (AN) has a moderate buy setup: consensus ratings skew positive, with a consensus price target around $248.36, implying about 18.6% upside from the quoted share price. The bull case is that recent earnings showed higher profitability even with slightly softer revenue, and the company continues to benefit from its long-running share repurchase program**.
The bear case is that the stock is still tied to a cyclical auto-retail environment, so any slowdown in vehicle demand or pressure on margins could limit upside; the market is also not pricing in a huge growth rerating, given the relatively modest analyst upside. A recent catalyst was the July 31, 2026 earnings report, which drew attention because profitability improved and management updated buyback activity.
The model's one-paragraph read
No clear edge (SKIP) — composite score +0.06 (SKIP). Technicals: RSI 59.23, MACD bearish, price above SMA50. Fundamentals: PEG 0.65, margin 2.8%, revenue growth -0.6%. Financial results: last EPS surprise +1.8%, next earnings 2026-10-29. FinGPT news read: neutral. Internet research: **AutoNation (AN)** has a **moderate buy** setup: consensus ratings skew positive, with a consensus price target around **$248.36**, implying about **18.6% upside** from the quoted share price. The **bull case** is that recent earnings showed **higher profitability even with slightly softer revenue**, and the company continues to benefit from its long-running **share repurchase program**. The **bear case** is that the stock is still tied to a cyclical auto-retail environment, so any slowdown in vehicle demand or pressure on margins could limit upside; the market is also not pricing in a huge growth rerating, given the relatively modest analyst upside. A recent **catalyst** was the **July 31, 2026 earnings report**, which drew attention because profitability improved and management updated buyback activity.
Past ratings for AN
| Date | Verdict | Confidence | Price | Move since | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 9, 2026 | SKIP | 6% | $209.23 | — | |
| Aug 8, 2026 | WEAK BUY | 26% | $209.23 | +0.0% | ✘ wrong direction |
| Aug 7, 2026 | SKIP | 6% | $209.23 | +0.0% |
"Move since" compares each call's price with the latest analysed price.
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Frequently asked questions
Is AN a buy right now?
As of Aug 9, 2026, our automated model rates Autonation Inc (AN) SKIP with 6% confidence: the signals cancel out; the model sees no clear edge either way. This is a model output for education, not personal investment advice.
When does Autonation Inc report earnings next?
The next earnings report is expected around Oct 29, 2026.
What does a SKIP rating mean?
A SKIP rating means the signals cancel out; the model sees no clear edge either way.
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