Cars.com Inc. (CARS)

NYSE: CARS · Real-Time Price · USD
11.23
-0.45 (-3.85%)
May 11, 2026, 1:49 PM EDT - Market open
Market Cap627.79M -16.5%
Revenue (ttm)724.44M +0.9%
Net Income27.04M -40.4%
EPS0.43 -36.9%
Shares Out 55.90M
PE Ratio25.70
Forward PE4.55
Dividendn/a
Ex-Dividend Daten/a
Volume372,022
Open11.62
Previous Close11.68
Day's Range11.15 - 11.87
52-Week Range7.40 - 13.97
Beta1.64
AnalystsBuy
Price Target14.43 (+28.5%)
Earnings DateMay 7, 2026

About CARS

Cars.com Inc., an audience-driven technology company, provides solutions for the automotive industry in the United States. The company offers marketplace through Cars.com that allows OEMs and dealers to merchandise their inventory, as well as provides reputation management technology and digital financing tools. It also operates dealer websites to transform automotive retail processes; and trade and appraisal product, including AccuTrade, which uses demand data and diagnostic scans to determine the right trade-in offer for every VIN in minutes.... [Read more]

IPO Date May 18, 2017
Employees 1,700
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol CARS
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, Cars.com's revenue was $723.24 million, an increase of 0.57% compared to the previous year's $719.15 million. Earnings were $20.05 million, a decrease of -58.39%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 7 analysts, the average rating for CARS stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $14.43, which is an increase of 28.50% from the latest price.

Price Target
$14.43
(28.50% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

Cars.com price target raised to $12 from $11 at UBS

UBS analyst Joseph Spak raised the firm’s price target on Cars.com (CARS) to $12 from $11 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares. Cars.com is in the early innings…

2 days ago - TheFly

Cars.com price target raised to $11 from $10 at JPMorgan

JPMorgan raised the firm’s price target on Cars.com (CARS) to $11 from $10 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares.

3 days ago - TheFly

Cars.com downgraded to Neutral from Buy at B. Riley

B. Riley downgraded Cars.com (CARS) to Neutral from Buy with an unchanged price target of $13 post the Q1 report. The firm sees a balanced risk/reward at current share levels.

3 days ago - TheFly

Cars.com reports Q1 adjusted EPS 45c, consensus 46c

Reports Q1 revenue $180.2M, consensus $180.21M. “We delivered revenue growth in line with guidance in the first quarter on the back of continued Marketplace momentum and Adjusted EBITDA margin above…

4 days ago - TheFly

Cars.com sees Q2 revenue flat to up 2% year-over-year

Q2 consensus $180.81M. In Q2: Revenue is expected to be flat to up 2% year-over-year, driven by continued Dealer revenue growth. OEM and National revenue is expected to remain under…

4 days ago - TheFly

Cars.com backs FY26 revenue flat to up 2% year-over-year

FY26 consensus $732.31M. The company reaffirms its full year 2026 guidance: Revenue is expected to be flat to up 2% year-over-year. Adjusted EBITDA margin is expected to be between 29.0%…

4 days ago - TheFly

Cars.com Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2026

Q1 2026 saw revenue and EBITDA at the high end of guidance, with strong free cash flow and cost savings initiatives. Dealer revenue and Marketplace performance were robust, while OEM revenue faced headwinds. Full-year guidance for revenue and margins was reaffirmed.

4 days ago - Transcripts

Cars.com Reports First Quarter 2026 Results

Revenue grew in line with guidance to $180.2 million, up 1% year-over-year Net income increased to $5.0 million compared to net loss of ($2.0) million in the prior year Adjusted EBITDA grew to $51.0 m...

4 days ago - PRNewsWire

Cars.com's New First-of-Its-Kind AI Video Solution Turns Every Vehicle Into High-Intent Sales Engine

New VIN-Specific, AI-Powered Video Ads — Fueled by Real-Time Shopper Demand and Closed-Loop Attribution — Deliver 47% Lift in Influenced Sales CHICAGO, April 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Car-shopping mark...

14 days ago - PRNewsWire

Cars.com affirms Q1 and FY26 guidance

The company reaffirms its Q1 2026 and FY2026 guidance, previously announced during the Q4 2025 earnings call on February 26, 2026: Q1 2026 revenue growth of flat to up 1%…

4 weeks ago - TheFly

Cars.com to reduce full-time roles by 11%

Cars.com (CARS) states: “The Company has initiated a cost reduction program, which includes an approximately 11% reduction in full time roles, along with process changes and vendor cost optimization. ...

4 weeks ago - TheFly

Cars.com raises buyback program to $90M

The company states: “In light of progress made to-date, the Company is raising its full-year share repurchase target from $60-plus million to $90 million. As of April 8, 2026, the…

4 weeks ago - TheFly

Cars.com up 5% at $9.56 after announcing increased buyback, job cuts

16:39 EDT Cars.com (CARS) up 5% at $9.56 after announcing increased buyback, job cuts

4 weeks ago - TheFly

Cars.com Provides Update on Business Initiatives, Raises Share Repurchase Target and Reaffirms Guidance

CHICAGO, April 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cars.com Inc . (NYSE: CARS), a trusted audience-powered and data-driven technology platform that simplifies buying and selling cars, today shared an update on th...

4 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

Affordable Excellence: Cars.com Announces 2026 Best Value New Cars

Best Value New Car awards highlight affordable vehicles for cost-conscious shoppers as gas prices soar and average new-car prices are up $709 YOY CHICAGO, April 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Car-shopping ma...

4 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

Hyundai IONIQ 5 and Palisade Recognized by Cars.com with 2026 Best Value New Car Awards

IONIQ 5 SE named Best Value EV and Palisade SE earned Best Value Midsize SUV Veteran editorial team from leading automotive marketplace names its favorite value vehicles for 2026 Kona SE and Elantra S...

4 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

KIA SPORTAGE HYBRID NAMED IN CARS.COM'S 2026 BEST VALUE NEW CARS

Kia Sportage Hybrid recognized for third consecutive year IRVINE, Calif., April 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid has been recognized in Cars.com's 2026 Best Value New Cars awards, ...

4 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

Cars.com Announces Its 2026 Dealer of the Year Awards

Largest Automotive Review Platform Delivers Guide to Car Shoppers  Highlighting Top-Rated Dealers Across the U.S. and Canada CHICAGO, March 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Car-shopping marketplace Cars.com® ...

7 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

Cars.com price target lowered to $15-$20 range at Barrington

Barrington lowered the firm’s price target on Cars.com (CARS) to a range of $15-$20 from $25 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares following the company’s Q4 report. Based…

2 months ago - TheFly

Cars.com price target lowered to $13 from $22 at B. Riley

B. Riley analyst Naved Khan lowered the firm’s price target on Cars.com (CARS) to $13 from $22 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. Cars.com reported mixed Q4 results…

2 months ago - TheFly

Cars.com price target lowered to $11 from $13 at UBS

UBS lowered the firm’s price target on Cars.com (CARS) to $11 from $13 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares.

2 months ago - TheFly

Cars.com price target lowered to $11 from $13 at UBS

UBS lowered the firm’s price target on Cars.com (CARS) to $11 from $13 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares.

2 months ago - TheFly

JPMorgan cuts Cars.com to Neutral, sees limited visibility on growth inflection

JPMorgan downgraded Cars.com (CARS) to Neutral from Overweight with a price target of $10, down from $16. Management commentary during the Q4 earnings call and the 2026 outlook provide limited…

2 months ago - TheFly

Cars.com downgraded to Neutral from Overweight at JPMorgan

JPMorgan analyst Rajat Gupta downgraded Cars.com (CARS) to Neutral from Overweight with a $10 price target

2 months ago - TheFly

Cars.com Earnings Call Transcript: Q4 2025

2025 saw modest revenue growth and strong dealer momentum, with new leadership prioritizing marketplace integration and operational efficiency. OEM revenue remains pressured, but product innovation and robust free cash flow support continued share buybacks and a stable outlook for 2026.

2 months ago - Transcripts