ABG
Consumer CyclicalAsbury Automotive Group, Inc. · Auto - Dealerships · $4B
What is Asbury Automotive Group, Inc.?
Asbury Automotive Group is a large US automotive retailer operating dealerships, collision centers, and finance services across the country.
Asbury sells new and used vehicles through hundreds of franchise dealership locations representing dozens of brands. Revenue also comes from vehicle repair, maintenance, replacement parts, collision repair, and finance and insurance products arranged through third-party lenders and aftermarket offerings like extended service contracts.
Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Duluth, Georgia.
- New and used vehicle sales
- Vehicle repair, maintenance, and parts
- Collision repair services
- Finance, insurance, and aftermarket products
Is ABG a Good Stock to Buy?
UQS Score rates ABG as Below Average overall.
Valuation stands out as the brightest spot in ABG's profile, rating Attractive relative to peers — meaning the stock may not carry a premium price tag. Quality lands at a Neutral reading, suggesting neither a clear advantage nor a significant drag from business fundamentals.
Moat, Growth, and Risk all rate Weak, pointing to limited competitive differentiation, constrained expansion prospects, and above-average risk factors for the sector.
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Past performance does not guarantee future results. UQS Score is based on fundamental data and is not a buy/sell recommendation.
Does ABG pay dividends?
No — Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. does not currently pay a dividend.
ABG does not currently pay a dividend. Automotive retailers operating in a capital-intensive environment often prioritize reinvestment — whether into acquisitions, facility upgrades, or debt management — over returning cash to shareholders through regular distributions.
When does ABG report earnings?
Asbury Automotive Group reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, typical for US-listed equities.
Results in the automotive retail sector have been shaped by shifting vehicle inventory levels, interest rate pressures on consumer financing, and used-vehicle pricing trends. ABG's multi-pillar profile reflects these broader headwinds across growth and risk dimensions.
For the most recent quarter's results, visit Asbury Automotive Group's investor relations page.
ABG Price History
+4.9% over 5Y
Monthly close, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment.
What if I invested in Asbury Automotive Group, Inc.?
Based on Asbury Automotive Group, Inc.'s historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Asbury Automotive Group do?
Asbury Automotive Group operates automotive dealerships across the United States, selling new and used vehicles under dozens of brand franchises. The company also generates revenue from vehicle service and repair, collision centers, and finance and insurance products arranged for customers at the point of sale.
Does ABG pay dividends?
No, ABG does not currently pay a dividend. The company has historically directed capital toward dealership acquisitions and operations rather than shareholder distributions. Income-focused investors should factor this into their assessment.
When does ABG report earnings?
Asbury Automotive Group follows a standard quarterly earnings schedule. Specific dates are not covered by our data source — check the company's investor relations page for the most current reporting calendar.
Is ABG a good stock to buy?
UQS Score rates ABG as Below Average overall. While Valuation appears Attractive, the Moat, Growth, and Risk pillars all rate Weak. The complete pillar breakdown is available to Pro members and can help frame a more informed view.
Is ABG overvalued?
The UQS Valuation pillar for ABG rates Attractive, suggesting the stock is not trading at a significant premium relative to its fundamentals. However, valuation alone does not tell the full story — weaker pillar scores elsewhere are worth weighing alongside it.
What is ABG's market cap bracket?
ABG is classified as a mid-cap stock. This places it in a range that typically offers more liquidity than small-caps while still carrying more volatility and sector sensitivity than large- or mega-cap peers.
Is ABG a long-term quality indicator?
As a long-term quality indicator, ABG's UQS profile raises caution. Weak readings across Moat, Growth, and Risk suggest the business faces structural challenges in building durable competitive advantages — factors that matter significantly over a longer investment horizon.
What sector does ABG belong to?
ABG operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically automotive retail. This sector tends to be sensitive to consumer confidence, interest rates, and vehicle inventory dynamics, all of which can influence dealership profitability.
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ABG — Score History
| Date | UQS | Quality | Moat | Growth | Risk | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2026 | 42.4 | 47.0 | 32.0 | 29.0 | 15.7 | 96.6 | +0.5 |
| May 21, 2026 | 41.9 | 45.9 | 32.0 | 29.0 | 15.6 | 95.3 | +0.6 |
| May 16, 2026 | 41.3 | 43.4 | 32.0 | 29.0 | 15.6 | 95.4 | 0.0 |
| May 15, 2026 | 41.3 | 43.4 | 32.0 | 29.0 | 15.6 | 95.2 | +0.1 |
| May 12, 2026 | 41.2 | 43.4 | 32.0 | 28.8 | 15.6 | 95.2 | 0.0 |
| May 11, 2026 | 41.2 | 43.4 | 32.0 | 28.8 | 15.6 | 95.1 | +1.2 |
| May 10, 2026 | 40.0 | 39.6 | 32.0 | 28.8 | 15.6 | 93.5 | -1.4 |
| May 8, 2026 | 41.4 | 43.4 | 32.0 | 29.8 | 15.6 | 95.0 | -0.2 |
| May 5, 2026 | 41.6 | 43.4 | 32.0 | 29.8 | 15.6 | 96.4 | 0.0 |
| May 3, 2026 | 41.6 | 43.4 | 32.0 | 29.8 | 15.6 | 96.3 | -0.1 |
ABG — Pillar Breakdown
Quality
— 47.0/100 (25%)Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. has average quality metrics, with room for improvement in margins or capital efficiency.
How effectively capital is deployed to generate returns.
Profitability relative to shareholders' equity.
Ability to convert revenue into operating profit.
Bottom-line profit as a share of revenue.
Asset productivity — how much gross profit each dollar of assets generates.
Free cash flow relative to market value.
Growth
— 29.0/100 (20%)Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. faces growth headwinds with declining or stagnant revenue trends.
Revenue trajectory over the last twelve months.
Compound annual revenue growth rate over 3 years.
Year-over-year earnings per share growth.
Analyst consensus for future revenue growth.
Analyst consensus for future earnings growth.
Risk
— 15.7/100 (15%)Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. presents elevated risk with concerns around leverage or financial stability.
Debt levels relative to earnings capacity.
Total debt relative to shareholder equity.
Short-term liquidity — ability to pay near-term obligations.
Earnings capacity relative to interest payments.
Valuation
— 96.9/100 (15%)Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. appears attractively valued relative to its earnings, cash flows, and sector peers.
Inverse of forward P/E — higher yield means cheaper stock.
How many years of FCF the market cap represents.
P/E relative to earnings growth — lower is more attractive.
Enterprise value multiple relative to sector median.
Moat
— 32/100 (25%)Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for ABG.
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How is the ABG UQS Score Calculated?
The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.
Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.
Moat (25%) assesses Asbury Automotive Group, Inc.'s competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.
Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.
Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.
Valuation (15%) measures whether Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.
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