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AutoNation, Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates as an automotive retailer in the United States. The company operates through three segments: Domestic, Import, and Premium Luxury. It offers a range of automotive products and services, including new and used vehicles; and parts and services, such as automotive repair and maintenance, and wholesale parts and collision services. The company also provides automotive finance and insurance products comprising vehicle services and other protection products, as well as arranges finance for vehicle purchases through third-party finance sources. As of December 31, 2021, it owned and operated 339 new vehicle franchises from 247 stores located primarily in metropolitan markets in the Sunbelt region. The company also owned and operated 57 AutoNation-branded collision centers, 9 AutoNation USA used vehicle stores, 4 AutoNation-branded automotive auction operations, and 3 parts distribution centers. AutoNation, Inc. was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

AutoNation Dividend Announcement

• AutoNation announced a annually dividend of $0.69 per ordinary share which will be made payable on . Ex dividend date: 2000-07-03
• AutoNation's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is -%

AutoNation Dividend History

Ex-Div dateDividend amountDividend typePay date
2000-07-03$0.69annually
1995-04-27$0.50annually

AutoNation Dividend per year

AutoNation Dividend Yield

AutoNation current trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is -%. Interested in purchasing AutoNation stock? Use our calculator to estimate your expected dividend yield:

AutoNation Financial Ratios

P/E ratio9.08
PEG ratio1.21
P/B ratio2.77
ROE31.66%
Payout ratio0.00%
Current ratio0.80
Quick ratio0.20
Cash Ratio0.01

AutoNation Dividend FAQ

Does AutoNation stock pay dividends?
AutoNation does not currently pay dividends to its shareholders.
Has AutoNation ever paid a dividend?
No, AutoNation has no a history of paying dividends to its shareholders. AutoNation is not known for its dividend payments.
Why doesn't AutoNation pay dividends?
There are several potential reasons why AutoNation would choose not to pay dividends to their shareholders:

1. Growth opportunities: Companies, especially in fast-growing industries like technology, reinvest earnings into expansion, R&D, or acquisitions to fuel future growth and increase company value.

2. Tax implications: Not paying dividends can reduce the tax burden on shareholders, who may prefer to defer taxes until selling shares and realizing capital gains.

3. Investor preferences: Some investors prefer companies to reinvest profits for higher long-term returns, particularly those seeking capital appreciation over income.

4. Capital allocation priorities: Companies may allocate cash to pay down debt, fund share buybacks, or invest in projects with higher returns than dividends.

5. Market expectations: In certain sectors, like technology, reinvesting profits for growth and innovation is often prioritized over distributing dividends to shareholders.
Will AutoNation ever pay a dividend?
The decision for a company to pay dividends depends on various factors including its financial performance, growth prospects, capital allocation priorities, and shareholder preferences. While AutoNation has not paid dividends historically and has instead focused on reinvesting its earnings for growth, it's ultimately up to the company's management and board of directors to decide whether to initiate a dividend policy in the future.
Is AutoNation a dividend aristocrat?
AutoNation is not considered a Dividend Aristocrat. The term "Dividend Aristocrat" is typically used to describe a company in the S&P 500 index that has increased its dividend payouts for at least 25 consecutive years.
Is AutoNation a dividend king?
AutoNation is not classified as a "Dividend King". A Dividend King is a company that has managed to increase its dividend payouts for 50 consecutive years or more, which is an even more selective group than the Dividend Aristocrats.
Is AutoNation a dividend stock?
No, AutoNation is not considered a dividend stock. A dividend stock is a stock of a company that regularly pays out dividends to its shareholders.
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