CVNA Stock Recent News

In the closing of the recent trading day, Carvana (CVNA) stood at $203.95, denoting a -0.45% change from the preceding trading day.

Carvana shifted from a growth-at-all-costs strategy to a profitable growth strategy, achieving positive Adjusted EBITDA and significant positive unit economics by the end of 2024. The company's fourth quarter 2024 gross profit per unit increased 20.8% year over year, showcasing improved efficiency in generating profit from each vehicle sold. Retail units sold rose 33% year over year to 416,348, and annual revenue grew 27% to $13.673 billion, indicating a successful return to growth.

Carvana's recent 23% pullback presents a prime entry point for long-term investors, despite Amazon competition concerns. Strong Q4 performance with record net income, revenue growth, and a robust adjusted EBITDA margin solidify Carvana's market position. Carvana's unique logistics network and inventory management differentiate it from Amazon and other competitors, ensuring continued growth.

The used car market is experiencing a period of dynamic change, with evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and economic factors shaping the fortunes of key players. CarMax NYSE: KMX, a long-standing leader known for its brick-and-mortar presence and established brand, and Carvana NYSE: CVNA, an online disruptor that has experienced dramatic recent volatility, exemplify these contrasting trajectories.

Carvana (CVNA -7.46%) has weathered unprecedented circumstances to find itself with an opportunity to take meaningful market share in the used car industry.

Carvana has rebounded from a challenging 2022-2023, showing significant growth in units sold, revenue, and gross profit while reducing costs and debt. The company's restructuring plan has led to positive adjusted EBITDA, free cash flow, and a 30% reduction in total debt, positioning it for future growth. CVNA's unique e-commerce platform offers a seamless car buying experience, outperforming competitors like CarMax and capturing a small but growing market share.

GameStop (GME), which Dave Mazza calls the "original" meme stock, reports earnings after the bell. He notes a lower implied volatility this quarter but cites issue with its core business as problematic ahead.

Markets moved higher ahead of critical economic data this morning. Carvana (CVNA) was one of the winners thanks to an upgrade from Morgan Stanley.

Tom White looks at the long-term upward trend in Carvana (CVNA). The used-car retailer was upgraded at Morgan Stanley to an Overweight rating with a price target raised to $280 from $260.

Carvana's stock price has declined ~6% YTD after a strong gain earlier in the year, mainly due to market concerns over tariffs and high valuations. Despite a negative market reaction, Carvana's 4Q24 earnings showed strong retail sales growth, improved efficiency, and a significant rise in adjusted EBITDA margin. Current 1Q25 trends indicate continued robust retail unit sales growth and increased inventory rising to meet more demand.