🚗 Auto Trader: UK’s Leading Digital Automotive Marketplace
Auto Trader is the dominant online platform for buying and selling vehicles in the UK. It generates revenue through advertising, data services, and dealer subscriptions, with strong margins and a scalable digital model.
📈 Share Price & Performance
- Share Price: 620.00p
- 52-Week Range: 560.00p – 745.00p
- Market Cap: £5.85 billion
- 1-Year Return: –9.8%
The stock is trading 16.7% below its 52-week high, reflecting cautious sentiment amid slower used car transactions.
💰 Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Value | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | ~22.5 | Slightly elevated, typical for high-margin digital platforms |
| PEG Ratio | ~1.60 | Indicates moderate growth expectations are priced in |
💸 Dividend & Yield
- Dividend Yield: ~1.9%
- Dividend Status: Progressive policy
- Next Results Date: 14 Nov 2025 (H1 FY26)
Auto Trader’s dividend is modest but growing, supported by strong free cash flow and low capex.
🧠 Financial Highlights (FY Q4 2025)
- Revenue: £540.2 million (+8.4% YoY)
- Net Income: £278.6 million (+10.2% YoY)
- Net Margin: ~51.6%
- EPS: 29.4p
Auto Trader continues to deliver high margins and consistent growth, driven by digital innovation and dealer engagement.
