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23 Oct 2026, 05:37 UTC · 1h ago
Despite A Strong Showing, A Downgrade Is In Store For Lithia Motors
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LAD faces negative pressure as rising auto loan delinquencies and declining per-vehicle profitability threaten earnings. The shift in analyst sentiment to 'hold' suggests a likely contraction in the 13.4x EV/EBITDA multiple, exacerbated by a high $15.77 billion net debt load.
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The downgrade to 'hold' reflects emerging risks in loan delinquencies and a squeeze on per-vehicle margins that may outweigh the growth provided by acquisitions. A net debt of $15.77 billion increases the company's vulnerability to these macroeconomic headwinds.
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