LAD Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
LAD - Lithia Motors, Inc.
$371.51
14.96 (4.20%)
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5d:
-1.86%
30d:
+12.31%
90d:
+44.51%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 19, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 29, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: LAD is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 3.7% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: LAD is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 3.7% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$514.16
Based on 10.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$319.25
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 7.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: LAD is currently trading at $371.51, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $334.35 to $386.73. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 8.5) compared to its historical average (7.6). At these levels, the market is pricing in 3.7% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LAD is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $356.51, while resistance sits at $383.82. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 41/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $443.88 (+24.5%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LAD is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $356.51, while resistance sits at $383.82. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 41/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $443.88 (+24.5%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$334.35 -
$386.73
Company Quality Score
47/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
82.3%
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- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (41/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+4.2%)
- BULLISH: Trading 24.5% below Wall St target ($443.88)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 3.7% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- WARNING: Composite score 47/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$334.35 -
$386.73
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
Âą$19.01
(5.1%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$356.51
Resistance Level
$383.82
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 19, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
8.46
Wall Street Target
$443.88
(+24.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
2.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
16.9%
Profit Margin
1.9%
Valuation Premium vs History
+3.7% premium
PE vs Historical
8.5 vs 7.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+3.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$369.74
(+4%)
2-Year Target
$383.42
(+8%)
3-Year Target
$397.61
(+12%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 8â8)
PE COMPRESSION
$357.34
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 16.0%)
$1325.02
(+272%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 8.5, Growth: 16.0%)
$557.18
(+56%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.2, Growth: 16.0%)
$473.60
(+33%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (13x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (8x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 12.50 | Current EPS (TTM): $29.56
Bull Case
$579.78
(+63%)
Analyst growth 42.6%, PE expands to 13.8
Base Case
$527.07
(+48%)
Market implied 42.6%, PE stable at 12.5
Bear Case
$251.27
(-30%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 10.6
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Last updated: August 19, 2026 4:20 PM ET
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