AutoNation, Inc. (AN) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 1991 to 2025
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AN EPS Growth (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of diluted earnings per share
CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) shows the annualized growth rate of EPS over the specified period. A higher CAGR indicates stronger earnings momentum.
AN Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 17.0% | 4.8% | 2.3% |
| 2024 | 17.9% | 4.9% | 2.6% |
| 2023 | 19.0% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
| 2022 | 19.5% | 7.5% | 5.1% |
| 2021 | 19.2% | 7.4% | 5.3% |
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AutoNation, Inc. (AN) Earnings Overview
As of May 6, 2026, AutoNation, Inc. (AN) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $679M, reflecting +0.7% year-over-year growth. The company earned $19.57 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 2.3%.
Looking at the long-term picture, AN's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +31.7%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $1.38B in fiscal 2022.
AutoNation, Inc. maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 17.0%, operating margin of 4.8%, and net margin of 2.3%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including LAD ($711M net income, 2.2% margin), PAG ($926M net income, 2.9% margin), SAH ($119M net income, 0.8% margin), AN has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare AN vs LAD →
AN Earnings vs Peers
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AN Historical Earnings Data (1991–2025)
35 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $649M | -6.2% | $1.33B | $17.04 | 2.3% | 4.8% |
| 2024 | $692M | -32.2% | $1.31B | $16.92 | 2.6% | 4.9% |
| 2023 | $1.02B | -25.9% | $1.65B | $22.74 | 3.8% | 6.1% |
| 2022 | $1.38B | +0.3% | $2.02B | $24.29 | 5.1% | 7.5% |
| 2021 | $1.37B | +259.8% | $1.90B | $18.31 | 5.3% | 7.4% |
| 2020 | $382M | -15.2% | $563M | $4.30 | 1.9% | 2.8% |
| 2019 | $450M | +13.6% | $824M | $4.97 | 2.1% | 3.9% |
| 2018 | $396M | -8.9% | $778M | $4.34 | 1.8% | 3.6% |
| 2017 | $435M | +1.0% | $843M | $4.43 | 2.0% | 3.9% |
| 2016 | $431M | -2.7% | $890M | $4.15 | 2.0% | 4.1% |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying AN stock.
Is AN growing earnings?
AN EPS of $19.57 reflects slowing growth at +0.7%, below the 5-year CAGR of +31.7%. TTM net income is $679M. Expansion rate has moderated.
What are AN's profit margins?
AutoNation, Inc. net margin is +2.3%, with operating margin at +4.8%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures.
How consistent are AN's earnings?
AN earnings data spans 1991-2025. The current earnings trend is +0.7% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.