PAGPenske Automotive Group shows solid fundamental strength with consistent profitability and a reasonable valuation. Thematic exposure to the automotive sector, particularly with new and used vehicle sales and truck dealerships, presents a stable outlook. Technical indicators suggest some caution due to recent price declines, but long-term trends remain supportive. Investors seeking exposure to the automotive retail and services sector with a dividend component may find PAG attractive.
Penske Automotive Group operates in the automotive retail and commercial truck dealership sector. While the automotive industry is undergoing technological shifts (EVs), the company's diversified business model including service and parts, as well as commercial trucks, provides some resilience. Demand for both new and used vehicles, coupled with robust commercial vehicle sales, supports its current positioning.
Penske Automotive Group demonstrates strong financial health with a P/E ratio of 12.04x (TTM) and a dividend yield of 2.01%. Its profitability remains robust, evidenced by consistent EPS and healthy revenue growth. The company manages its debt effectively and shows positive free cash flow generation.
Penske Automotive Group's stock has experienced a recent decline, with the current price below key moving averages. While short-term oscillators show some oversold conditions suggesting a potential rebound, the overall trend appears weak in the immediate term. Long-term support levels need to be monitored.
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Automotive Sales & Services | 70 |
| Commercial Vehicle Market | 75 |
| Electric Vehicle Transition | 55 |
| Consumer Spending Sensitivity | 60 |
| Supply Chain Dynamics | 65 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 80 |
| Profitability | 85 |
| Growth | 75 |
| Balance Sheet Health | 70 |
| Cash Flow | 80 |
| Dividend Yield | 75 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Trend Analysis | 40 |
| Momentum | 55 |
| Volume Confirmation | 60 |
| Support & Resistance | 50 |
| Short-Term Oscillators | 55 |
Attractive P/E Ratio
The trailing P/E ratio of 16.0 is below the industry average and suggests that the stock may be undervalued relative to its earnings.
Strong Free Cash Flow Generation
The company generated $811.1 million in free cash flow in the latest annual period, indicating strong operational cash generation available for reinvestment or shareholder returns.
Increasing Quarterly P/E Ratio
The quarterly P/E ratio has increased from 38.7 in 2025Q1 to 52.5 in 2024Q1, indicating that the stock is becoming more expensive relative to its earnings on a quarterly basis.
Declining Net Margin
The net margin has declined from 5.0% in 2022Q4 to 3.1% in 2024Q4, suggesting potential pressure on profitability.
June 2025
3
Next Dividend Date
July 2025
30
Next Earnings Date
H: $3.90
A: $3.61
L: $3.44
H: 8.62B
A: 7.92B
L: 7.57B
August 2025
15
Ex-Dividend Date
Penske Automotive Group, Inc., a diversified transportation services company, operates automotive and commercial truck dealerships worldwide. The company operates through four segments: Retail Automotive, Retail Commercial Truck, Other, and Non-Automotive Investments. It operates dealerships under franchise agreements with various automotive manufacturers and distributors. The company is also involved in the sale of new and used vehicles, maintenance and repair services, sale and placement of third-party finance and insurance products, third-party extended service and maintenance contracts, replacement and aftermarket automotive products, collision repair services, and wholesale of parts. In addition, it operates a heavy and medium duty truck dealership, which offers Freightliner and Western Star branded trucks, as well as offers a range of used trucks. Further, it imports and distributes Western Star heavy-duty trucks, MAN heavy and medium duty trucks and buses, and Dennis Eagle refuse collection vehicles with associated parts, as well as distributes diesel and gas engines, and power systems. The company was incorporated in 1990 and is headquartered in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. Penske Automotive Group, Inc. is a subsidiary of Penske Corporation, Inc.
173.48 USD
The 39 analysts offering 1 year price forecasts for PAG have a max estimate of 205.00 and a min estimate of 140.00.