Cars.com Inc. (CARS) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 2014 to 2025
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CARS 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.
CARS Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 83.0% | 8.3% | 2.8% |
| 2024 | 82.7% | 7.4% | 6.7% |
| 2023 | 82.3% | 7.9% | 17.2% |
| 2022 | 82.4% | 10.1% | 2.6% |
| 2021 | 81.7% | 7.8% | 1.7% |
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Cars.com Inc. (CARS) Earnings Overview
As of May 8, 2026, Cars.com Inc. (CARS) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $27M, reflecting -55.6% year-over-year growth. The company earned $0.45 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 2.8%.
Looking at the long-term picture, CARS's historical earnings data spans multiple years. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $592M in fiscal 2014.
Cars.com Inc. maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 83.0%, operating margin of 8.3%, and net margin of 2.8%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including TC (-$148M net income, -382.3% margin), CARG ($149M net income, 16.6% margin), SCI ($626M net income, 12.6% margin), CARS has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare CARS vs TC →
CARS Earnings vs Peers
Earnings metrics vs comparable public companies
CARS Historical Earnings Data (2014–2025)
12 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20M | -58.4% | $60M | $0.32 | 2.8% | 8.3% |
| 2024 | $48M | -59.3% | $53M | $0.72 | 6.7% | 7.4% |
| 2023 | $118M | +588.4% | $54M | $1.74 | 17.2% | 7.9% |
| 2022 | $17M | +59.4% | $66M | $0.25 | 2.6% | 10.1% |
| 2021 | $11M | +101.3% | $48M | $0.15 | 1.7% | 7.8% |
| 2020 | -$817M | -83.5% | -$887M | $-12.15 | -149.2% | -162.1% |
| 2019 | -$445M | -1247.5% | -$446M | $-6.65 | -73.4% | -73.5% |
| 2018 | $39M | -82.7% | $84M | $0.55 | 5.9% | 12.7% |
| 2017 | $224M | +27.3% | $134M | $3.13 | 35.8% | 21.4% |
| 2016 | $176M | +11.7% | $177M | $2.46 | 27.9% | 27.9% |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CARS stock.
Is CARS growing earnings?
CARS EPS fell to $0.45, with earnings declining -55.6%. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of N/A. TTM net income dropped to $27M.
What are CARS's profit margins?
Cars.com Inc. net margin is +2.8%, with operating margin at +8.3%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures.
How consistent are CARS's earnings?
CARS earnings data spans 2014-2025. The declining earnings trend is -55.6% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.