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Cars.com inc.
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| Quarterly | EPS Forecast | QoQ | Max | Min |
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| 2026Q1 | ||||
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| 2026Q3 | ||||
| 2026Q4 | ||||
| 2027Q1 |
Cars.com Inc. operates as a digital marketplace and provides solutions for the automotive industry. Its platform connects car shoppers with sellers. The company, through its marketplace, dealer websites, and other digital products, showcases dealer inventory, elevate and amplify dealers' and automotive manufacturers' (OEMs) brands, connect sellers with ready-to-buy audience, and empower shoppers with the resources and information needed to make car buying decisions. It also offers marketplace products, such as marketplace subscription advertising and social selling services; digital solutions, including Website platform hosting, AI chat tool, digital retailing, and review and reputation management; and advertising comprising display advertising, instant loan screening and approvals, digital advertising, and in-market audio services. As of December 31, 2021, the company served 19,179 dealer customers in 50 states, which included franchise and independent dealers, with digital and brick-and-mortar stores; and primary automakers selling vehicles in the United States. Its customers are local car dealers, OEMs, and other national advertisers. Cars.com Inc. was founded in 1998 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.
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| QTR | Non-GAAP EPS | EPS YoY | EPS Surprise % | Sales | Sales YoY | Sales Surprise % | NPM |
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| 2025Q4 | |||||||
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| 2025Q1 |
The most recent financial report for Cars.com inc. (CARS) covers the period of 2025Q4 and was published on 2025/12/31. This report is prepared according to IFRS/US GAAP standards and includes key financial indicators—Revenue, Profitability, Cash Flow, and Capital Structure. This information is essential for investors evaluating CARS's short-term business performance and financial health. For the latest updates on CARS's earnings releases, visit this page regularly.
According to the latest financial report, Cars.com inc. (CARS) reported an Operating Profit of 21.74M with an Operating Margin of 11.82% this period, representing a growth of 9.9% compared to the same period last year. Operating Profit reflects the company's core business efficiency and cost control, making it a key indicator for evaluating operational strength and profitability.
In the latest financial report, Cars.com inc. (CARS) announced revenue of 183.9M, with a Year-Over-Year growth rate of 1.92%. Revenue growth can be driven by product mix changes, market share expansion, price adjustments, or international market penetration. Investors should also monitor gross margin and regional revenue distribution for a comprehensive view of growth quality and sustainability.
At the end of the period, Cars.com inc. (CARS) held Total Cash and Cash Equivalents of 56.24M, accounting for 0.05 of total assets. Both current and quick ratios indicate robust short-term debt repayment ability. High cash reserves typically mean the company has strong liquidity, supporting operational needs, expansion investments, or shareholder returns.
In the latest report, Cars.com inc. (CARS) achieved the “three margins increasing” benchmark, with a gross margin of 82.7%%, operating margin of 11.82%%, and net margin of 4%%. This demonstrates improvement in profitability, which is a key signal for fundamental analysis. Investors should consider margin trends alongside other financial indicators to assess CARS's profit trajectory and future growth potential.
According to the past four quarterly reports, Cars.com inc. (CARS)'s earnings per share (EPS) shows a declining trend, with the latest EPS at 0.12. If EPS continues to rise due to revenue growth and cost optimization, it can support P/E valuation recovery and attract long-term investors.
Cars.com inc. (CARS)'s Free Cash Flow (FCF) for the period is 31.25M, calculated as Operating Cash Flow minus Capital Expenditures, representing a rise of 27.83% compared with the previous period. Positive FCF growth provides stable funding for dividends, debt repayment, or strategic acquisitions, and is an important measure of true profitability and shareholder return potential.