CPRT Stock Recent News

Copart, Inc. (CPRT) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.40 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.38 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.33 per share a year ago.

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Copart, Inc. (NASDAQ: CPRT) today reported financial results for the quarter ended January 31, 2025. For the three months ended January 31, 2025, revenue, gross profit, and net income attributable to Copart, Inc. were $1.16 billion, $525.6 million, and $387.4 million, respectively. These represent an increase in revenue of $143.2 million, or 14.0%; an increase in gross profit of $61.4 million, or 13.2%; and an increase in net income attributable to Copart, Inc. of $61.8.

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Copart, Inc. (NASDAQ: CPRT) announced today that it will release earnings for the second quarter of fiscal 2025 after 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time (3:00 p.m. Central) on Thursday, February 20, 2025. On Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time (4:30 p.m. Central), Copart will conduct a conference call to discuss the results for the quarter. The call will be webcast live and available for access by clicking “Listen Here” at www.copart.com/investorrelations. A repl.

The latest trading day saw Copart, Inc. (CPRT) settling at $56.22, representing a +1.06% change from its previous close.

Copart (CPRT) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

Copart's strong market position and first-mover advantage in online vehicle auctions have driven impressive annual returns of 28.6% over the past decade. The company's robust balance sheet, with substantial liquidity and minimal debt, supports ongoing expansion and long-term growth without needing external capital. Despite recent margin compression due to increased operating expenses, Copart's strategy of prioritizing customer service and long-term relationships with insurers remains sound.

CPRT's rising operating expenses, coupled with higher capital spending and downward EPS estimate revisions for fiscal 2025, cast doubt on its prospects.

Investors often turn to recommendations made by Wall Street analysts before making a Buy, Sell, or Hold decision about a stock. While media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm employed (or sell-side) analysts often affect a stock's price, do they really matter?

Copart has grown from a junkyard to a $47 billion leader in vehicle auctions and remarketing, benefiting from strong demand drivers like aging fleets, accidents, and sustainability trends. Despite impressive sales and cash flow growth in fiscal 2024, Copart faced margin pressure due to rising costs and investments in growth. The company remains debt-free with strong liquidity. While Copart's long-term outlook is strong, its current valuation appears high given economic risks and lower margins. I maintain a Neutral rating, looking for better buying opportunities.

Q4 revenue reached $1.07 billion, up 7.2% year over year. Fiscal 2024 revenue totalled $4.24 billion, up 9.5%.