Lithia & Driveway (LAD) Expands Retail Network in Southwest Region and Announces Share Repurchase Authorization Increase
Rhea-AI Summary
Lithia & Driveway (LAD) has announced two significant developments: a strategic acquisition and an increase in share repurchase authorization. The company acquired Elk Grove Subaru in California, expanding its Sacramento presence and Southwest regional network. This acquisition is expected to add $100 million in annual revenue, bringing LAD's total year-to-date acquired annualized revenue to $180 million.
Additionally, LAD's Board of Directors approved a $350 million increase to its share repurchase authorization, resulting in approximately $748 million available for future repurchases. The company has already invested $71 million this year to repurchase over 197,500 shares at a weighted average price of $361 per share, representing 0.75% of outstanding shares.
Positive
- New acquisition adds $100M in annual revenue
- Strategic expansion in Sacramento market
- $350M increase in share buyback authorization
- $748M available for future share repurchases
- Successful execution of share repurchases at $361/share
Negative
- Significant cash outlay for share repurchases may limit other investment opportunities
News Market Reaction – LAD
In the trading session that priced this news, LAD declined 2.21%, reflecting a moderate negative market reaction.
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"We are excited to welcome the talented team at Elk Grove Subaru to the Lithia and Driveway team. This addition strengthens our presence in the Southwest region and continues our strategy of expanding our network with high-performing partners like Subaru. We look forward to continuing the store's legacy of building customer loyalty and leveraging our omnichannel capabilities to realize
This acquisition adds expected annual revenue of
Increase to Share Repurchase Authorization
LAD announced today a
To date this year, LAD has invested over
About Lithia & Driveway (LAD)
Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) is the largest global automotive retailer 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, fleet management offerings, 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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SOURCE Lithia Motors, Inc.