KMX Earnings Prediction
The chart below shows how KMX performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, KMX sees a +2.04% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a -3.15% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -0.03%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
KMX Key Earning Data
2024/Q4
Year Over Year
Quarter Over Quarter
Total Revenue
6.22B
1.22%
-11.27%
Gross Margin
9.85%
9.69%
-0.81%
Operating Margin
0.51%
563.64%
-59.84%
Net Margin
2.02%
51.88%
6.88%
EPS
0.81
55.77%
-4.71%
No Data Available
KMX Earnings Analysis
CarMax Inc. Corporation (KMX.N) Earnings Conference Call
Positive
Sales Performance Update: In the third quarter of fiscal year 2025, CarMax reported total sales of $6.2 billion, up 1% compared to last year, reflecting higher volume partially offset by lower prices.
Retail Unit Sales Growth: Retail unit sales increased by 5.4% year-over-year, with used unit comps up 4.3%.
Wholesale Sales Increase: Wholesale unit sales were up 6.3% versus the third quarter last year, indicating strong demand in the wholesale market.
CAF Income Growth: CarMax Auto Finance (CAF) delivered income of $160 million, up 8% from the same quarter last year, driven by improved net interest margin.
EPS Growth Achievement: The company achieved double-digit EPS growth, reflecting robust execution and cost management strategies.
Negative
Sales Growth Analysis: Total sales increased by only 1% to $6.2 billion compared to last year, reflecting lower prices that offset higher volume.
Average Selling Price Decline: Average selling price declined approximately $1,100 per unit or 4% year-over-year, indicating pricing pressure in the market.
Minimal Profitability Improvement: Retail gross profit per used unit was $2,306, which is only slightly above last year's $2,277, showing minimal improvement in profitability.
Loan Loss Provision Increase: Provision for loan losses was $73 million, up from last year's $68 million, indicating increased risk in the lending portfolio.
SG&A Expense Increase: SG&A expenses increased by 3% to $576 million, driven by higher compensation and benefits, which could impact overall profitability.
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KMX Earning Call Sentiment
CarMax, Inc. (KMX) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
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The earnings call reflects a positive sentiment with strong financial performance, including double-digit EPS growth and increased sales and margins. Despite some supply chain and economic concerns, management's optimistic guidance and significant share repurchase authorization are likely to positively influence the stock price. The Q&A session did not reveal major negative concerns, and the company's strategic initiatives, such as the omni-channel retail experience and new order processing system, suggest a positive outlook. Therefore, a positive stock price movement is anticipated over the next two weeks.
