Lithia & Driveway Increases Share Repurchase Authorization
Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) announced a $350 million increase to its share repurchase authorization, bringing the total available funds for future repurchases to approximately $660 million.
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Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) announced a $350 million increase to its share repurchase authorization, bringing the total available funds for future repurchases to approximately $660 million.
CEO Bryan DeBoer highlighted this move as a reflection of confidence in the company's long-term growth and profitability.
So far in 2024, LAD has spent over $156 million to repurchase nearly 609,500 shares, representing 2.2% of outstanding shares at an average price of $257 per share.
Positive
- Increased share repurchase authorization by $350 million, totalling $660 million available for repurchases.
- Repurchased nearly 609,500 shares, 2.2% of outstanding shares, indicating strong financial position.
- Weighted average repurchase price of $257 per share suggests strategic buybacks.
Negative
- Significant capital allocated to share repurchases may limit funds for other investments.
- Repurchasing shares at $257 each could be seen as expensive if market conditions change unfavorably.
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News Market Reaction – LAD
The recorded move for LAD in the trading session of this news was -1.49%.
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"Increasing our share repurchase authorization reflects confidence in our long-term growth and profitability," said Bryan DeBoer, Lithia & Driveway President and CEO. "With all of the foundational pieces of our unique strategy in place, we are turning all efforts to delivering operational excellence and deploying of capital to drive the greatest shareholder return."
To date this year, LAD has invested over
About Lithia & Driveway (LAD)
Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) is one of the largest global automotive retailers providing a wide array of products and services throughout the vehicle ownership lifecycle. Simple, convenient, and transparent experiences are offered through our comprehensive network of physical locations, e-commerce platforms, captive finance solutions and other synergistic adjacencies. We deliver consistent, profitable growth in a massive and unconsolidated industry. Our highly diversified and competitively differentiated design provides us the flexibility and scale to pursue our vision to modernize personal transportation solutions wherever, whenever and however consumers desire.
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