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AutoNationAN -0.70%83 EV-to-OCF is 60.90 as of Aug. 20, 2026, which is 267% above its 10-year median of 16.59. GuruFocus rates AN with a GF Score™ of 83/100 and a GF Value™ of $214.61 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,333 Vehicles & Parts companies, AutoNation ranks worse than 93.7% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, AutoNation's Enterprise Value is $17,861 Mil.
AutoNation's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $293 Mil. Therefore, AutoNation's EV-to-OCF for today is 60.90.
The historical rank and industry rank for AutoNation's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
AN'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -520.12 Med: 16.59 Max: 164.18
Current: 60.9
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of AutoNation was 164.18. The lowest was -520.12. And the median was 16.59.
AN's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 93.7% of 1333
companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 8.36
vs AN: 60.90
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
AutoNation's share price for today is $199.125.
AutoNation's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $21.590.
* 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.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
AutoNation EV-to-OCF Related Terms
AutoNation EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for AutoNation's EV-to-OCF 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.
For the Auto & Truck Dealerships subindustry, AutoNation's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF 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.
AutoNation EV-to-OCF vs Vehicles & Parts Industry
For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, AutoNation's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where AutoNation's EV-to-OCF falls into.
AutoNation's current Enterprise Value is $17,861 Mil.
AutoNation's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $293 Mil.
* 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.
AutoNation (AN) has a EV-to-OCF of 60.90 as of Aug. 20, 2026. This is 267% above median its historical median of 16.59. According to the industry distribution chart, AutoNation ranks #1249 out of 1333 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 93.7%.
Is AutoNation's EV-to-OCF too high?
AutoNation's current EV-to-OCF of 60.90 is 267% above median its 10-year median of 16.59. The Vehicles & Parts industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.36. AutoNation's value of 60.90 is 628.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, AutoNation ranks #1249 out of 1333 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, AutoNation has a GF Score™ of 83/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does AutoNation's EV-to-OCF compare to LAD and ALTB?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, AutoNation ranks #1249 out of 1333 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places AutoNation in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.36. AutoNation's value of 60.90 is 628.5% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 16.59 vs. the industry median of 8.36, AutoNation has consistently been above 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 EV-to-OCF for a Vehicles & Parts company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Vehicles & Parts companies is 8.36, based on 1,333 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. AutoNation's current EV-to-OCF of 60.90 is 628.5% above 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 EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 8.36 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. AutoNation's current EV-to-OCF is 60.90, which is 267% above median its own 10-year median of 16.59. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is AutoNation stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, AutoNation (AN) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $214.61, compared to a current price of $199.13 — trading 7.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 60.90, which is 267% above median its 10-year median of 16.59 and 628.5% above the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 8.36. AutoNation's overall GF Score™ is 83/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For AutoNation (AN), the current EV-to-OCF is 60.90 as of Aug. 20, 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 AutoNation (AN) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, AutoNation stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $199.13 is trading 7.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of $214.61.
GuruFocus considers AutoNation to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for AN:
EV-to-OCF: 60.90 (267% above median its 10-year median of 16.59)
GF Value™: $214.61 vs. price of $199.13 (7.2% below fair value)
Industry Position: 628.5% above the Vehicles & Parts median (#1249 of 1333)
No single metric tells the full story. See the AN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
AutoNation is the second-largest automotive dealer in the United States, with 2025 revenue of $27.6 billion and over 240 dealerships, plus 52 collision centers. The firm also has 25 AutoNation USA used-vehicle stores, a captive lender, four auction sites, and three parts distributors across 20 states primarily in Sunbelt metropolitan areas. New-vehicle sales account for nearly half of revenue; the company also sells used vehicles, parts, and repair services as well as auto financing. The company (formerly Republic Industries) divested its waste management unit (Republic Services) in 1999 and its car rental businesses (ANC Rental) in 2000. Wayne Huizenga founded the company in the 1990s to bring the rollup acquisition strategy to auto retailing, which proved to be a smart move.
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