Is ABG a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC (ABG) receives a "Hold" rating with a composite score of 45.1/100. It is ranked #1,885 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 50/100, Value 79/100, Momentum 30/100. The timing signal is "Neutral". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for ABG?

ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC (ABG) has a "Hold" rating and 3-star score. The composite score of 45.1 ranks it #1,885 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is ABG in?

ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC operates in the Consumer Discretionary sector (Retail industry) with a market cap of $3.74 billion. It is classified as a mid-cap stock.

Does ABG pay a dividend?

ABG does not currently pay a regular dividend. The company may be reinvesting profits for growth.

What is ABG's P/E ratio?

ABG has a trailing P/E ratio of 6.74x. The Consumer Discretionary sector average is 24.5x. This below-average P/E may indicate the stock is undervalued.

How profitable is ABG?

ABG's quality factor score is 50/100. Gross margin: 17.1%. ROE: 14.3% vs sector average 6.2%. Margins are moderate to low, reflecting competitive market dynamics.

How is ABG valued compared to peers?

ABG's value factor score is 79/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 6.7x, EV/EBITDA 3.4x. The stock appears attractively valued versus peers.

What is ABG's debt level?

ABG's debt-to-equity ratio is 199%. Sector average: 89%. Elevated leverage increases credit risk.

ABG has a beta of 1.04, meaning it tracks the market. Stability score: 68/100.

Does ABG have high short interest?

ABG's short interest factor score is 12/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

ABG Stock Analysis: Top Mid-Cap Hold (Score 45.1/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
ABG	+0.97%	+4.74%	+2.31%	-12.27%	-8.81%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLY	+0.13%	+4.38%	-1.35%	-5.46%	-39.92%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	+1.03%	+1.14%	+1.97%	-11.91%	-38.34%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	+0.83%	+0.36%	+3.66%	-6.81%	+31.11%	-	-	-

Metric	ABG	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	6.7x	-72%
EV/EBITDA	3.4x	-30%
Price / Book	1.0x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
CASY CASEYS GENERAL STORES INC	57	50	68	67	43.1x	16.9%	24.0%	3.8%	0.3%	123.0x	$27.2B	VS
TGT TARGET CORP	53	50	70	56	16.7x	20.7%	28.4%	3.4%	-0.7%	89.0x	$54.5B	VS
APEI AMERICAN PUBLIC EDUCATION INC	53	49	58	72	79.0x	4.6%	52.8%	2.1%	6.8%	32.0x	$1.1B	VS
LINC LINCOLN EDUCATIONAL SERVICES CORP	52	50	48	75	113.9x	5.6%	59.2%	2.3%	37.4%	147.0x	$1.3B	VS
FIVE FIVE BELOW, INC	52	50	56	73	106.3x	5.4%	32.5%	3.1%	26.5%	125.0x	$13.0B	VS
IMKTA INGLES MARKETS INC	51	50	51	62	17.7x	6.2%	23.9%	1.9%	0.4%	57.0x	$1.7B	VS
PRDO PERDOCEO EDUCATION Corp	51	50	70	57	14.1x	16.7%	100.0%	20.4%	27.1%	28.0x	$2.4B	VS
MCRI MONARCH CASINO & RESORT INC	51	50	66	47	16.6x	19.7%	24.5%	19.4%	11.5%	33.0x	$1.7B	VS
FCFS FirstCash Holdings, Inc.	49	50	29	66	35.4x	10.8%	50.2%	8.0%	26.6%	98.0x	$8.4B	VS
ESCA ESCALADE INC	48	50	65	51	15.6x	9.0%	26.1%	6.2%	8.4%	11.0x	$249M	VS
ABG ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC	45	50	79	30	6.7x	14.4%	17.1%	3.2%	13.1%	199.0x	$3.7B

Key Ratio	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016
Gross Margin %	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%
Operating Margin %	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%
EBITDA Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
Net Margin %	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%
FCF Margin %	-6.5%	-	-	-	-	-	8.5%	3.9%	-0.8%	3.3%	0.5%
ROE %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.4%	0.4%	0.6%
ROA %	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
ROIC %	8.0%	17.5%	18.8%	11.6%	16.2%	11.3%	10.4%	10.8%	10.5%	11.4%	11.9%

Key Ratio

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

Gross Margin %

0.2%

Operating Margin %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

EBITDA Margin %

0.1%

Net Margin %

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

FCF Margin %

-6.5%

8.5%

3.9%

-0.8%

3.3%

0.5%

ROE %

0.1%

0.2%

0.3%

0.4%

0.6%

ROA %

0.0%

0.1%

ROIC %

8.0%

17.5%

18.8%

11.6%

16.2%

11.3%

10.4%

10.8%

10.5%

11.4%

11.9%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
	$17.6B	$18.0B	$17.2B	$14.8B	$15.4B	$9.8B	$7.1B	$7.2B	$6.9B	$6.5B	$6.5B	$6.6B
	—	$14.9B	$14.2B	$12.0B	$12.3B	$7.9B	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$3.0B	$3.1B	$2.9B	$2.8B	$3.1B	$1.9B	$1.2B	$1.2B	$1.1B	$1.1B	$1.1B	$1.1B
Gross Margin	17.1%	17.1%	17.2%	18.6%	20.1%	19.3%	17.2%	16.2%	16.1%	16.4%	16.2%	16.1%
	—	$2.0B	$1.9B	$1.6B	$1.8B	$1.1B	—	—	—	—	—	—
Depreciation	—	$82M	$75M	$68M	$69M	$42M	$60M	$60M	$56M	$55M	$52M	$49M
Total Operating Expenses	—	$2.2B	$2.1B	$1.8B	$1.8B	$1.1B	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$967M	$861M	$836M	$954M	$1.3B	$792M	$371M	$325M	$311M	$288M	$298M	$302M
EBIT	$967M	$861M	$836M	$954M	$1.3B	$792M	$371M	$325M	$311M	$288M	$298M	$302M
EBITDA	$1.1B	$943M	$911M	$1.0B	$1.3B	$834M	$493M	$397M	$367M	$342M	$396M	$385M
Operating Margin	5.5%	4.8%	4.9%	6.4%	8.3%	8.1%	5.2%	4.5%	4.5%	4.5%	4.6%	4.6%
EBITDA Margin	6.2%	5.2%	5.3%	6.9%	8.7%	8.5%	6.9%	5.5%	5.3%	5.3%	6.1%	5.8%
	—	—	—	$166M	$161M	$102M	$95M	$93M	$86M	$79M	$76M	$63M
	—	$662M	$575M	$801M	$1.3B	$698M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$170M	$145M	$199M	$322M	$165M	$84M	$60M	$57M	$70M	$101M	$104M
	$558M	$492M	$430M	$603M	$997M	$532M	$254M	$184M	$168M	$139M	$167M	$169M
Net Margin	3.2%	2.7%	2.5%	4.1%	6.5%	5.4%	3.6%	2.6%	2.4%	2.1%	2.6%	2.6%
	$25.20	$25.20	$21.58	$28.87	$44.78	$26.75	$13.25	$9.65	$8.36	$6.69	$7.43	$6.43
Diluted EPS	$25.20	$25.13	$21.50	$28.74	$44.61	$26.49	$13.25	$9.65	$8.36	$6.69	$7.43	$6.43
Weighted Avg Basic	—	20M	20M	21M	22M	20M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	20M	20M	21M	22M	20M	—	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

$17.6B

$18.0B

$17.2B

$14.8B

$15.4B

$9.8B

$7.1B

$7.2B

$6.9B

$6.5B

$6.6B

—

$14.9B

$14.2B

$12.0B

$12.3B

$7.9B

—

$3.0B

$3.1B

$2.9B

$2.8B

$3.1B

$1.9B

$1.2B

$1.1B

Gross Margin

17.1%

17.2%

18.6%

20.1%

19.3%

17.2%

16.2%

16.1%

16.4%

16.2%

16.1%

—

$2.0B

$1.9B

$1.6B

$1.8B

$1.1B

—

Depreciation

—

$82M

$75M

$68M

$69M

$42M

$60M

$56M

$55M

$52M

$49M

Total Operating Expenses

—

$2.2B

$2.1B

$1.8B

$1.1B

—

$967M

$861M

$836M

$954M

$1.3B

$792M

$371M

$325M

$311M

$288M

$298M

$302M

EBIT

$967M

$861M

$836M

$954M

$1.3B

$792M

$371M

$325M

$311M

$288M

$298M

$302M

EBITDA

$1.1B

$943M

$911M

$1.0B

$1.3B

$834M

$493M

$397M

$367M

$342M

$396M

$385M

Operating Margin

5.5%

4.8%

4.9%

6.4%

8.3%

8.1%

5.2%

4.5%

4.6%

EBITDA Margin

6.2%

5.2%

5.3%

6.9%

8.7%

8.5%

6.9%

5.5%

5.3%

6.1%

5.8%

—

$166M

$161M

$102M

$95M

$93M

$86M

$79M

$76M

$63M

—

$662M

$575M

$801M

$1.3B

$698M

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$170M

$145M

$199M

$322M

$165M

$84M

$60M

$57M

$70M

$101M

$104M

$558M

$492M

$430M

$603M

$997M

$532M

$254M

$184M

$168M

$139M

$167M

$169M

Net Margin

3.2%

2.7%

2.5%

4.1%

6.5%

5.4%

3.6%

2.6%

2.4%

2.1%

2.6%

$25.20

$21.58

$28.87

$44.78

$26.75

$13.25

$9.65

$8.36

$6.69

$7.43

$6.43

Diluted EPS

$25.20

$25.13

$21.50

$28.74

$44.61

$26.49

$13.25

$9.65

$8.36

$6.69

$7.43

$6.43

Weighted Avg Basic

—

20M

21M

22M

20M

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

20M

21M

22M

20M

—

ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC (ABG) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC Do?

Asbury Automotive Group, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as an automotive retailer in the United States. It offers a range of automotive products and services, including new and used vehicles; and vehicle repair and maintenance services, replacement parts, and collision repair services. The company also provides finance and insurance products, including arranging vehicle financing through third parties; and aftermarket products, such as extended service contracts, guaranteed asset protection debt cancellation, prepaid maintenance, and credit life and disability insurance. As of December 31, 2021, the company owned and operated 205 new vehicle franchises representing 31 brands of automobiles at 155 dealership locations; and 35 collision centers in the United States. Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Duluth, Georgia. ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC (ABG) is classified as a mid-cap stock in the Consumer Discretionary sector, specifically within the Retail industry. The company is led by CEO David W. Hult and employs approximately 13,000 people, headquartered in Wilmington, Georgia. With a market capitalization of $3.7B, ABG is one of the notable companies in the Consumer Discretionary sector.

ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC (ABG) Stock Rating — Hold (April 2026)

As of April 2026, ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC receives a Hold rating with a composite score of 45.1/100 and 3 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.ABG ranks #1,885 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Consumer Discretionary sector, ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC ranks #174 of 442 stocks, placing it in the upper half of its Consumer Discretionary peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

ABG Stock Price and 52-Week Range

ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC (ABG) currently trades at $204.00. The stock gained $1.95 (1.0%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for ABG is $274.50, which means the stock is currently trading -25.7% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $186.27, putting the stock 9.5% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 141K shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is ABG Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC (ABG) carries a value factor score of 79/100 in the Blank Capital model, suggesting the stock trades at a meaningful discount to its fundamental earning power. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 6.74x, compared to the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 24.47x — a discount of 72%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 0.97x, versus the sector average of 1.99x. The price-to-sales ratio is 0.21x, compared to 0.27x for the average Consumer Discretionary stock. On an enterprise value basis, ABG trades at 3.43x EV/EBITDA, versus 4.91x for the sector.

Based on these multiples, ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC appears attractively valued relative to both its sector peers and the broader market. Value-oriented investors may find the current entry point compelling, particularly if the company's fundamental quality metrics also score well.

ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC (ABG) earns a quality factor score of 50/100, indicating solid business quality with consistent operational execution. The return on equity (ROE) is 14.3%, compared to the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 6.2%, which is within a healthy range. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 4.8% versus the sector average of 2.5%.

On a margin basis, ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC reports gross margins of 17.1%, compared to 36.9% for the sector. The operating margin is 5.5% (sector: 3.8%). Net profit margin stands at 3.2%, versus 2.1% for the average Consumer Discretionary stock. Revenue growth is running at 13.1% on a trailing basis, compared to 3.3% for the sector. The overall profitability profile is adequate, though there may be room for margin expansion.

ABG Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC has a debt-to-equity ratio of 199.0%, compared to the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 89.0%. This elevated leverage warrants close monitoring, as it increases the company's sensitivity to rising interest rates and economic downturns. The current ratio is 0.95x, which may signal near-term liquidity tightness. Total debt on the balance sheet is $5.73B. Cash and equivalents stand at $32M.

ABG has a beta of 1.04, meaning it is roughly in line with the broader market in terms of price volatility. The stability factor score for ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC is 68/100, reflecting average volatility within the normal range for its sector.

ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC reported revenue of $17.56B and earnings per share (EPS) of $25.20. Net income for the quarter was $558M. Gross margin was 17.1%. Operating income came in at $967M.

In FY 2025, ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC reported revenue of $18.00B and earnings per share (EPS) of $25.20. Net income for the quarter was $492M. Gross margin was 17.1%. Revenue grew 4.7% year-over-year compared to FY 2024. Operating income came in at $861M.

In Q3 2025, ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC reported revenue of $4.80B and earnings per share (EPS) of $7.53. Net income for the quarter was $147M. Gross margin was 16.7%. Revenue grew 13.3% year-over-year compared to Q3 2024. Operating income came in at $243M.

In Q2 2025, ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC reported revenue of $4.37B and earnings per share (EPS) of $7.77. Net income for the quarter was $153M. Gross margin was 17.2%. Revenue grew 3.0% year-over-year compared to Q2 2024. Operating income came in at $257M.

Over the past 8 quarters, ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $4.25B to $17.56B. Investors analyzing ABG stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

ABG Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC (ABG) does not currently pay a dividend. This is common among smaller companies in the Retail industry that prefer to reinvest cash flows into business expansion rather than returning capital to shareholders. Income-focused investors looking for Consumer Discretionary dividend stocks may want to explore other Consumer Discretionary stocks or use the stock screener to filter by dividend yield.

ABG Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC (ABG) has a momentum factor score of 30/100, signaling weak relative price performance. Stocks with low momentum scores have historically tended to continue underperforming in the near term. The investment factor score is 28/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 12/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

ABG vs Competitors — Consumer Discretionary Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Consumer Discretionary sector, ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC (ABG) ranks #174 out of 442 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places ABG in the upper half of all Consumer Discretionary stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include MONARCH CASINO & RESORT INC (MCRI) with a score of 50.5/100, CASEYS GENERAL STORES INC (CASY) with a score of 57.3/100, INGLES MARKETS INC (IMKTA) with a score of 51.0/100, FIVE BELOW, INC (FIVE) with a score of 51.6/100, and TARGET CORP (TGT) with a score of 52.6/100.

Comparing ABG against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full ABG vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

ABG Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC (ABG) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy ABG? — Investment Thesis Summary

ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC presents a balanced picture with arguments on both sides. The value score of 79/100 suggests attractive pricing relative to fundamentals. Momentum is weak at 30/100, a headwind for near-term performance. Low volatility (stability score 68/100) reduces downside risk.

In summary, ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC (ABG) earns a Hold rating with a composite score of 45.1/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on ABG stock.

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