CarMax faces significant headwinds as its omnichannel retail model struggles to maintain positive operating leverage, evidenced by a -1.58% average operating margin across recent periods. The company's reliance on high debt levels, with a debt-to-equity ratio ...
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Revenue growth remains unstable, fluctuating from a 6.2% expansion in 2027Q1 to a 1.0% contraction in 2026Q4, while gross margins remain compressed near the 9.8% level.
CarMax's Omni-channel platform allows customers to buy cars online, in-store, or a combination, enhancing convenience and flexibility.
Customers trust CarMax for its rigorous vehicle inspections and peace of mind, as evidenced by positive purchasing experiences.
CarMax's online tools enable customers to search, research, and compare vehicles, streamlining the car-buying process.
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q3 2026Latest Jun 17, 2026 | $1.31+35.8% vs $0.96 | $8.0B+7.9% vs $7.4B |
Q2 2026 Apr 14, 2026 | $0.34+48.9% vs $0.23 | $5.9B+4.0% vs $5.7B |
Q4 2025 Dec 18, 2025 | $0.51+66.4% vs $0.31 | $6.2B+10.6% vs $5.6B |
Q4 2025 Sep 25, 2025 | $0.64-38.5% vs $1.04 | $7.1B+1.1% vs $7.0B |
CarMax (KMX) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
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Used car retailer CarMax laid off about 4% of its corporate staff, or 145 employees, as part of “running leaner,” the company said in a Monday (Sept. 21) report by Bloomberg.
The nation's largest used-car retailer slashed 145 white-collar jobs, about 4% of its corporate staff, as part of a turnaround plan.
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Key metrics vs top competitors for CarMax, Inc. (KMX)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $57.46 | $8.15B | 34.20 | -1.79% | 0.96% | 4.08% | — | |
| $165.05 | $5.52B | 9.69 | 3.24% | 2.82% | 33.18% | — | |
| $209.66 | $13.78B | 14.84 | -0.18% | 2.84% | 16.41% | — | |
| $307.02 | $6.75B | 9.50 | 4% | 1.88% | 10.88% | — | |
| $62.37 | $2.08B | 18.24 | 6.53% | 1.37% | 20.45% | — | |
| $181.52 | $3.38B | 7.22 | 4.71% | 2.83% | 13.04% | — |
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CarMax, Inc. (KMX) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
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CarMax, Inc. (KMX) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
CarMax, Inc. (KMX) reported $26.35B in revenue for fiscal year 2026. This represents a 5064% increase from $510.2M in 1997.
CarMax, Inc. (KMX) saw revenue decline by 1.8% over the past year.
Yes, CarMax, Inc. (KMX) is profitable, generating $222.5M in net income for fiscal year 2026 (1.0% net margin).
CarMax, Inc. (KMX) has a return on equity (ROE) of 4.1%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.
CarMax, Inc. (KMX) generated $994.3M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2026. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.
