Dec 25, 2025 • TIKR.com
NEUTRAL
Who Owns AutoNation? Top Shareholders and Recent Insider Trades
AutoNation (NYSE: AN) is a major automotive retailer whose shares recently traded around $212, valuing the company at $7.7 billion. The company's shareholder base is dominated by Cascade Investment, L.L.C., holding almost 20%, alongside large institutional investors like The Vanguard Group and BlackRock. While there has been insider selling, it is relatively small compared to overall ownership, suggesting a cautious but generally stable stance from company leadership and major shareholders.
Dec 21, 2025 • MarketBeat
SOMEWHAT-BULLISH
Wedge Capital Management L L P NC Takes Position in AutoNation, Inc. $AN
Wedge Capital Management L L P NC has taken a new position in AutoNation, Inc. (NYSE:AN) by purchasing 158,161 shares valued at approximately $34.6 million, representing 0.42% of the company. AutoNation beat quarterly earnings expectations with $5.01 EPS and $7.04 billion in revenue, and its board authorized a $1.0 billion share buyback program. Analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating with a target price of $244.
Dec 21, 2025 • MarketBeat
BULLISH
Assenagon Asset Management S.A. Has $7.76 Million Stock Position in AutoNation, Inc. $AN
Assenagon Asset Management S.A. significantly increased its stake in AutoNation, Inc. by 409.5% in Q3, now holding 35,490 shares valued at $7.76 million. Other institutional investors also adjusted their positions in the company. AutoNation reported strong Q3 earnings, beating analyst estimates with EPS of $5.01 and revenue of $7.04 billion, and authorized a $1.00 billion share buyback program.
Dec 19, 2025 • Sahm
BULLISH
AutoNation (AN) Valuation Check After Expanding Its Maryland Footprint With Jerry’s Toyota Acquisition
AutoNation (AN) recently expanded its Maryland footprint by acquiring Jerry's Toyota and rebranding it as AutoNation Toyota White Marsh, which has been met with positive investor response, evidenced by a strong year-to-date share price return. Despite recent volatility, the stock shows momentum and is trading below analyst targets, suggesting potential upside. The company's strategy focuses on industry consolidation and disciplined capital allocation.
Dec 18, 2025 • MarketBeat
BULLISH
Oak Thistle LLC Takes Position in AutoNation, Inc. $AN
Oak Thistle LLC initiated a new position in AutoNation (NYSE:AN) during Q3, acquiring 5,805 shares valued at $1.27 million. This move coincides with AutoNation's authorized $1.00 billion share repurchase program, suggesting management views the stock as undervalued. Analysts currently rate AutoNation as a "Moderate Buy" with an average price target of $244.
Dec 18, 2025 • Finviz
SOMEWHAT-BULLISH
Is AutoNation's Move Proof Toyota Was Right All Along?
AutoNation's recent acquisition of a Toyota franchise, a rare move for the car dealer chain, suggests a positive recalibration of strategy regarding electric vehicles (EVs). While many automakers rushed into full EV production, Toyota maintained a balanced approach, prioritizing hybrids, a strategy that is proving financially sound. Hybrids are not only in high demand but are also more profitable than EVs and sometimes even gasoline-powered counterparts.