Lithia Motors, Inc.
LADConsumer CyclicalNASDAQAuto & Truck Dealerships · Last scanned May 29, 2026
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Daily timeframe2 of 4 indicators bearish as of May 28
Lithia Motors, Inc. operates as an automotive retailer in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada. The $6.74B market capitalization puts LAD squarely in mid-cap range for its industry. The company operates in two segments, Vehicle Operations and Financing Operations.
Market Cap
$6.74B
Beta
1.28
P/E (TTM)
10.32
P/E (Fwd)
7.25
EPS (TTM)
$28.65
EPS (Fwd)
$40.79
ROE
10.9%
ROA
4.0%
Cash
$163.2M
Total Debt
$16.13B
Free CF
$496.4M
52W Change
-6.7%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
The company holds $163.2M in cash, though total debt stands at $16.13B. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. Free cash flow comes in at $496.4M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. Return on equity stands at 10.9%, which is decent for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 4.0% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has grown from $28.19B (2022) to $37.63B (2025), reflecting a 34% increase over the period.
Debt significantly exceeds cash reserves, which means the company's financial flexibility could be constrained during economic downturns. Understanding these risk dimensions helps frame what to watch going forward as conditions evolve for Lithia Motors, Inc. and its sector.