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Lithia Motors, Inc., doing business as Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD), is frequently in the news as it executes its automotive retail and capital allocation strategies. The company describes itself as the largest global automotive retailer, with operations that span the vehicle ownership lifecycle through physical locations, e-commerce platforms, captive finance solutions, fleet management offerings and related services.
News coverage on this page reflects several recurring themes in Lithia & Driveway’s public announcements. The company regularly reports quarterly financial results, including revenue and earnings per share, and often pairs these updates with information about dividends and share repurchase activity. Recent disclosures have highlighted record quarterly revenue, increases in diluted and adjusted diluted earnings per share, and ongoing cash dividends per share.
Another major news category involves acquisitions and network expansion. Lithia & Driveway issues press releases when it acquires dealerships in key markets, such as Subaru, Acura, Hyundai, Genesis, Porsche and Audi stores in regions including the Southeast United States, the Atlanta metro area, the West Palm Beach area, the West Side of Los Angeles and the Greater Toronto Area in Canada. These transactions are typically described in terms of expected annualized revenue contributions, brand mix, network density and strategic fit within its omnichannel ecosystem.
Additional news items cover capital markets activity and governance developments. Examples include announcements of proposed and priced private offerings of senior notes due 2030, amendments to its large syndicated loan agreement, and changes to the board of directors. Together, these updates provide insight into Lithia & Driveway’s financial structure, growth plans and corporate oversight. Investors following LAD news can use this stream of earnings releases, acquisition announcements and financing updates to understand how the company is pursuing its stated vision to modernize personal transportation solutions.
Lithia Motors, Inc. (NYSE: LAD) will release its third quarter 2020 earnings before the market opens on October 21, 2020. A conference call for discussing the results is scheduled for the same day at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The call can be accessed via telephone or through their website. Lithia Motors is recognized for its strong growth strategy, aiming to consolidate the retail automotive sector while enhancing customer experience through technology and operational excellence.
Lithia Motors (NYSE: LAD) has announced the acquisition of Latham Ford in Albany, NY, expected to generate $55 million in annualized revenue. This transaction enhances Lithia's total network expansion revenue to over $1.75 billion for 2020, funded by free cash flow and on-balance sheet capacity. CEO Bryan DeBoer emphasized the acquisition strengthens their ability to serve Northeastern communities and complements their digital channel, Driveway, offering flexible vehicle ownership solutions.
Lithia Motors, Inc. (NYSE: LAD) has announced a public offering of 3,181,819 shares of Class A common stock at $220.00 per share, with an additional 477,272 shares available to underwriters. The offering is set to close on October 5, 2020. Concurrently, Lithia is pricing a private offering of $550 million in 4.375% senior notes due 2031, up from an initially announced $500 million. The offering aims to bolster the company’s growth strategy, enhancing its position in the automotive retail sector.
Lithia Motors (NYSE: LAD) has priced $550 million in senior notes with a 4.375% interest rate due in 2031, an increase of $50 million from the initial offering size. The offering is set to close on October 9, 2020. The proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes, including acquisitions and debt refinancing. Additionally, Lithia announced a public offering of 3,181,819 shares of Class A common stock at $220.00 per share, potentially increasing to 3,659,091 shares if the underwriters fully exercise their option. The notes and stock will not be registered under the Securities Act.
Lithia Motors, Inc. (NYSE: LAD) reported preliminary financial results for Q3 2020, projecting net income per diluted share between $6.10 to $6.40, a 68% to 76% increase from $3.64 in Q3 2019. Total revenue is expected to rise mid to high single digits compared to $3.3 billion last year. Factors driving this improvement include enhanced same-store sales and gross profit margins, along with the launch of Driveway, an e-commerce platform. Note that these preliminary results are subject to change.
Lithia Motors, Inc. (NYSE: LAD) announced plans to offer $700 million in Class A common stock, with a 30-day option for underwriters to buy an additional $105 million. Proceeds will support general corporate purposes, including potential acquisitions and debt refinancing. Concurrently, Lithia will offer $500 million in senior notes due 2031. Goldman Sachs & Co. and J.P. Morgan are leading the offering, with regulatory filings made to the SEC. Lithia is focused on expanding market presence and operational excellence in the retail automotive sector.
Lithia Motors, Inc. (NYSE: LAD) announced plans to offer $500 million in senior notes due 2031 and $700 million of Class A common stock in a registered public offering. The proceeds from the notes will be used for general corporate purposes, including acquisitions and refinancing debt. The offerings are exempt from registration under the Securities Act. Lithia, a leading U.S. transportation solutions provider, aims to enhance market share and consumer loyalty through innovative strategies and a strong operational framework.