ATDRF (Autotrader Group) Days Sales Outstanding: 19.03 (As of Mar. 2026) — 16% Below Median

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ATDRF Autotrader Group PLC ATDRF
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What is Autotrader Group Days Sales Outstanding?

Autotrader Group ATDRF -0.46% 79 Days Sales Outstanding is 19.03 as of Mar. 2026, which is 16% below its 10-year median of 22.68. GuruFocus rates ATDRF with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of $11.63 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 537 Interactive Media companies, Autotrader Group ranks better than 88.64% on this metric.

Autotrader Group's average Accounts Receivable for the six months ended in Mar. 2026 was $42.6 Mil. Autotrader Group's Revenue for the six months ended in Mar. 2026 was $408.8 Mil. Hence, Autotrader Group's Days Sales Outstanding for the six months ended in Mar. 2026 was 19.03.

The historical rank and industry rank for Autotrader Group's Days Sales Outstanding or its related term are showing as below:

ATDRF' s Days Sales Outstanding Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 17.72   Med: 22.68   Max: 33.54
Current: 18.28

During the past 13 years, Autotrader Group's highest Days Sales Outstanding was 33.54. The lowest was 17.72. And the median was 22.68.

ATDRF's Days Sales Outstanding is ranked better than
88.64% of 537 companies
in the Interactive Media industry
Industry Median: 43.73 vs ATDRF: 18.28

Autotrader Group's Days Sales Outstanding declined from Mar. 2025 (19.18) to Mar. 2026 (19.03).


Autotrader Group  (OTCPK:ATDRF) Days Sales Outstanding Explanation

For retailers, when we compare Days Sales Outstanding, it is important to compare the same period in the previous years.


Autotrader Group Days Sales Outstanding Related Terms


Autotrader Group Days Sales Outstanding Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Autotrader Group's Days Sales Outstanding can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Autotrader Group Days Sales Outstanding Chart

Autotrader Group Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Days Sales Outstanding
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 21.18 20.58 19.15 18.96 17.44

Autotrader Group Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
Days Sales Outstanding Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 19.79 19.04 19.18 17.86 19.03

ATDRF vs GOOGL, META, SPOT: Days Sales Outstanding Comparison

For the Internet Content & Information subindustry, Autotrader Group's Days Sales Outstanding, along with its competitors' market caps and Days Sales Outstanding data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Autotrader Group Days Sales Outstanding vs Interactive Media Industry

For the Interactive Media industry and Communication Services sector, Autotrader Group's Days Sales Outstanding distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Autotrader Group's Days Sales Outstanding falls into.


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Autotrader Group Days Sales Outstanding Calculation

Days Sales Outstanding measures the average number of days that a company takes to collect revenue after a sale has been made. It is a financial ratio that illustrates how well a company's Accounts Receivable are being managed.

Accounts Receivable can be measured by Days Sales Outstanding.

Autotrader Group's Days Sales Outstanding for the fiscal year that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Days Sales Outstanding (A: Mar. 2026 )
=Average Accounts Receivable /Revenue*Days in Period
=( (Accounts Receivable (A: Mar. 2025 ) + Accounts Receivable (A: Mar. 2026 )) / count ) / Revenue (A: Mar. 2026 )*Days in Period
=( (39.147 + 40.4) / 2 ) / 832.4*365
=39.7735 / 832.4*365
=17.44

Autotrader Group's Days Sales Outstanding for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

Days Sales Outstanding (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=Average Accounts Receivable /Revenue*Days in Period
=( (Accounts Receivable (A: Sep. 2025 ) + Accounts Receivable (A: Mar. 2026 )) / count ) / Revenue (A: Mar. 2026 )*Days in Period
=( (44.865 + 40.4) / 2 ) / 408.8*365 / 2
=42.6325 / 408.8*365 / 2
=19.03

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

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What does a Days Sales Outstanding of 19.03 mean?
Autotrader Group (ATDRF) has a Days Sales Outstanding of 19.03 as of Mar. 2026. Days sales outstanding represents the average amount of days a company takes to collect receivables. View historical data on Autotrader Group and its competitors. This is 16% below median its historical median of 22.68. Over the past decade, Autotrader Group's Days Sales Outstanding has ranged from 17.72 to 33.54. According to the industry distribution chart, Autotrader Group ranks #61 out of 537 companies in the Interactive Media industry, placing it in the top 11.4%.
Is Autotrader Group's Days Sales Outstanding too high?
Autotrader Group's current Days Sales Outstanding of 19.03 is 16% below median its 10-year median of 22.68. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 17.72 to a high of 33.54. The Interactive Media industry median Days Sales Outstanding is 43.73. Autotrader Group's value of 19.03 is 56.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Autotrader Group ranks #61 out of 537 companies in the Interactive Media industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Autotrader Group has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Autotrader Group's Days Sales Outstanding compare to GOOGL and META?
According to the Interactive Media industry distribution chart, Autotrader Group ranks #61 out of 537 companies for Days Sales Outstanding. This places Autotrader Group in the top 11% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Days Sales Outstanding is 43.73. Autotrader Group's value of 19.03 is 56.5% below this benchmark. Historically, Autotrader Group's own Days Sales Outstanding has ranged from 17.72 to 33.54 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 22.68 vs. the industry median of 43.73, Autotrader Group has consistently been below the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Days Sales Outstanding for an Interactive Media company?
The median Days Sales Outstanding among Interactive Media companies is 43.73, based on 537 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Days Sales Outstanding significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Days Sales Outstanding should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Autotrader Group's current Days Sales Outstanding of 19.03 is 56.5% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Days Sales Outstanding mean?
A high Days Sales Outstanding can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Days sales outstanding represents the average amount of days a company takes to collect receivables. View historical data on Autotrader Group and its competitors. For the Interactive Media industry, the median Days Sales Outstanding is 43.73 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Autotrader Group's current Days Sales Outstanding is 19.03, which is 16% below median its own 10-year median of 22.68. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Autotrader Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Autotrader Group (ATDRF) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $11.63, compared to a current price of $6.47 — trading 44.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Days Sales Outstanding is 19.03, which is 16% below median its 10-year median of 22.68 and 56.5% below the Interactive Media industry median of 43.73. Autotrader Group's overall GF Score™ is 79/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Days Sales Outstanding calculated?
Days Sales Outstanding is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Autotrader Group (ATDRF), the current Days Sales Outstanding is 19.03 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Autotrader Group (ATDRF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Autotrader Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $6.47 is trading 44.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of $11.63. GuruFocus considers Autotrader Group to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ATDRF:

  • Days Sales Outstanding: 19.03 (16% below median its 10-year median of 22.68)
  • GF Value™: $11.63 vs. price of $6.47 (44.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 79/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 56.5% below the Interactive Media median (#61 of 537)

No single metric tells the full story. See the ATDRF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Autotrader Group Business Description

Address 3 Hawkshaw Street, No.3 Circle Square, Manchester, GBR, M1 7BL
Autotrader Group plc is the UK automotive marketplace and digital platform for the automotive industry. The company uses data science, artificial intelligence and technology to improve how vehicles are bought and sold and is digitising the car buying journey from search and discovery through to financing and purchase. Its segments are: Autotrader, generate maximum revenue, which includes the results of Autotrader and AutoConvert in respect of online classified advertising of motor vehicles and related products and services in the digital automotive marketplace, including share of profit from the Dealer Auction joint venture, and Autorama, which comprises the results of Autorama in respect of a marketplace for leasing new vehicles and related products and services. it operate in UK.
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