TRUETrueCar exhibits mixed signals. While its core business remains relevant in the automotive market, it faces intense competition and has shown inconsistent profitability. Technical indicators suggest a short-term downtrend. Further analysis of its digital transformation efforts and competitive positioning is warranted.
TrueCar operates within the automotive technology and digital transformation themes. The shift towards online car purchasing is a tailwind, but competition from manufacturers' direct sales, dealerships, and other online platforms is significant.
TrueCar's financials show declining revenues and persistent net losses. While they have significant cash reserves, the company's ability to achieve profitability and generate positive free cash flow is currently lacking.
The stock is trading below key moving averages and has a downward momentum. While some short-term oscillators show potential for a bounce, the overall trend is negative.
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Digital Transformation in Automotive | 70 |
| Online Car Sales Growth | 65 |
| Competitive Landscape | 30 |
| Used Car Market Dynamics | 60 |
| Data Monetization Potential | 45 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 40 |
| Profitability | 10 |
| Growth | 15 |
| Balance Sheet Health | 85 |
| Cash Flow | 20 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Trend Analysis | 40 |
| Momentum | 50 |
| Volume Confirmation | 45 |
| Support & Resistance | 60 |
| Moving Averages (200-day) | 55 |
Strong Cash Position
The company maintains a robust cash position with $111.84 million in cash and cash equivalents as of Q4 2024, providing significant liquidity and operational flexibility.
Improving Revenue Trends
Revenue for the trailing twelve months (TTM) was $137.56 million, and recent quarterly revenue shows an upward trend, with Q1 2025 expected to reach $44.81 million.
Consistent Net Losses
The company has reported net losses for all available periods (TTM: -$21.82M, 2024: -$31.05M, 2023: -$49.77M, 2022: -$118.69M), indicating ongoing profitability challenges.
Negative Price-to-Earnings (PE) Ratio
The Price-to-Earnings (PE) ratio is negative across all periods (TTM: -7.9, 2024: -10.5, 2023: -3.5), reflecting consistent unprofitability.
August 2025
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Next Earnings Date
H: $-0.09
A: $-0.09
L: $-0.09
H: 46.40M
A: 44.80M
L: 42.00M
TrueCar, Inc. operates as an internet-based information, technology, and communication services company in the United States. The company operates its platform on the TrueCar website and mobile applications. Its platform enables users to obtain market-based pricing data on new and used cars, and to connect with its network of TrueCar certified dealers. It also provides TrueCar Access, which offers trade and payments solutions; and Sell Your Car and Trade solutions gives consumers information on the value of their trade-in vehicles and enables them to obtain a guaranteed trade-in price before setting foot in the dealership. The company was formerly known as Zag.com Inc. TrueCar, Inc. was incorporated in 2005 and is headquartered in Santa Monica, California.
2.53 USD
The 39 analysts offering 1 year price forecasts for TRUE have a max estimate of 3.25 and a min estimate of 1.50.