AN Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
AN - AutoNation, Inc.
$189.98
3.55 (1.90%)
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5d:
+3.17%
30d:
-6.4%
90d:
-3.45%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 01, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: AN appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -4.1% annual earnings decline despite 32% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: AN appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -4.1% annual earnings decline despite 32% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$323.72
Based on 8.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$201.01
5.5% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 8.9x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: AN is currently trading at $189.98, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $189.91 to $207.73. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 7.8) compared to its historical average (8.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 4.1% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 31.5% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, AN is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $176.62, while resistance sits at $205.97.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $243.55 (+28.2%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, AN is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $176.62, while resistance sits at $205.97.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $243.55 (+28.2%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$189.91 -
$207.73
Company Quality Score
55/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 28.2% below Wall St target ($243.55)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$189.91 -
$207.73
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$176.62
Resistance Level
$205.97
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
May 22, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
7.85
Wall Street Target
$243.55
(+28.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-2.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
31.5%
Profit Margin
2.5%
Valuation Discount vs History
-4.1% cheaper
PE vs Historical
7.9 vs 8.9
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-4.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$182.19
(-4%)
2-Year Target
$174.72
(-8%)
3-Year Target
$167.56
(-12%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 8→9)
$189.86
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.0, Growth: 13.1%)
$769.67
(+305%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 7.9, Growth: 13.1%)
$274.91
(+45%)
Bear:
(PE: 6.7, Growth: 13.1%)
$233.68
(+23%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (10x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (8x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 10.11 | Current EPS (TTM): $18.44
Bull Case
$268.99
(+42%)
Analyst growth 31.2%, PE expands to 11.1
Base Case
$244.54
(+29%)
Market implied 31.2%, PE stable at 10.1
Bear Case
$126.77
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 8.6
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 7.9 to 8.9
Stabilization Target:
$215.27
(+13.3%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+13.3%
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