Cars.com (LTS:0HTZ) GF Value Rank: 4 (As of Jul. 16, 2026) — Near Median

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LTS:0HTZ Cars.com Inc LTS:0HTZ
60 GF Score
Price $11.87
GF Value $19.25
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Cars.com GF Value Rank?

Cars.com LTS:0HTZ +6.65% 60 GF Value Rank is 4 as of Jul. 16, 2026, which is at its 10-year median of 4.00. GuruFocus rates LTS:0HTZ with a GF Score™ of 60/100 and a GF Value™ of $19.25 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review.

Cars.com has the GF Value Rank of 4.

GF Value Rank evaluates the exclusive GuruFocus valuation and performance of a stock, rated on a scale from 1 to 10. It is determined by the price-to-GF-Value (P/GF Value) ratio, a proprietary metric calculated based on historical multiples along with an adjustment factor based on a company's past returns and growth and future estimates of the business' performance.

GuruFocus found that for valuation, we cannot simply give stocks a better GF Value rank simply because they have a lower P/GF Value ratio. Backtesting shows that over the long term, the two worst-performing groups are the most expensive group (with the highest P/GF Value ratio) and the least expensive group (with the lowest P/GF Value ratio).

We can understand why the most expensive group underperforms. We were initially puzzled by the underperformance of the least expensive group, but we realized there is a reason why some stocks are super cheap. If they look too undervalued, it is often because the businesses behind them are poor quality. The market realized this and gave them low valuations. In a way, the market is efficient.

After multiple backtesting analyses, we granted the stocks in third-cheapest percentile the highest GF Value rank, as they have performed the best over a full market cycle. Stock performance is actually not as sensitive to valuation as it is to growth and profitability. On average, the companies in the 20%-50% valuation groups have similar performances. Therefore, we should avoid the most expensive and the least expensive stocks. We can be more tolerant of valuation.

A higher score indicates a stock with a relatively low valuation and substantial potential for outperformance. Conversely, a lower score often reflects stocks that are either highly overvalued or deeply undervalued, both of which tend to underperform.

Please click GF Score to see more details on the GF Score's 5 Key Aspects of Analysis.

LTS:0HTZ vs NRDS, MAX, SSTK: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Internet Content & Information subindustry, Cars.com's GF Value Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and GF Value Rank 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.

Cars.com GF Value Rank vs Interactive Media Industry

For the Interactive Media industry and Communication Services sector, Cars.com's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Cars.com's GF Value Rank falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about GF Value Rank →
What does a GF Value Rank of 4 mean?
Cars.com (LTS:0HTZ) has a GF Value Rank of 4 as of Jul. 16, 2026. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on Cars.com and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 4.00. Over the past decade, Cars.com's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is Cars.com's GF Value Rank too high?
Cars.com's current GF Value Rank of 4 is near median its 10-year median of 4.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Cars.com has a GF Score™ of 60/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cars.com's GF Value Rank compare to NRDS and MAX?
Cars.com's GF Value Rank of 4 can be compared against companies in the Interactive Media industry. Historically, Cars.com's own GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good GF Value Rank for an Interactive Media company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Interactive Media industry context. However, GF Value Rank should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high GF Value Rank mean?
A high GF Value Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on Cars.com and its competitors. Cars.com's current GF Value Rank is 4, which is near median its own 10-year median of 4.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cars.com stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cars.com (LTS:0HTZ) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $19.25, compared to a current price of $11.87 — trading 38.3% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 4, which is near median its 10-year median of 4.00. Cars.com's overall GF Score™ is 60/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is GF Value Rank calculated?
GF Value Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Cars.com (LTS:0HTZ), the current GF Value Rank is 4 as of Jul. 16, 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 Cars.com (LTS:0HTZ) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cars.com stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $11.87 is trading 38.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $19.25. GuruFocus considers Cars.com to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for LTS:0HTZ:

  • GF Value Rank: 4 (near median its 10-year median of 4.00)
  • GF Value™: $19.25 vs. price of $11.87 (38.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 60/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the LTS:0HTZ stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Cars.com Business Description

Other Exchanges CARS:USACK3:Germany
Address 300 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1000, Chicago, IL, USA, 60606
Cars.com Inc is an audience-powered and data-driven technology platform that simplifies buying and selling cars. The flagship Cars.com marketplace connects consumers to dealerships across the U.S., powering the car-buying experience with artificial intelligence (AI) shopping tools, vehicle reviews and content. Its ecosystem of products enables dealers and OEMs to sell more cars by leveraging the marketplace, dealer websites, trade and appraisal tools and proprietary in-market media solutions. The platform provides shoppers with data, resources and digital tools to make informed buying decisions and connect with automotive retailers. The Company also provides dealerships and OEMs with solutions and data-driven intelligence to reach and influence its 26 million monthly shoppers.
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