What Is AutoNation, Inc. (AN) Worth in 2026?
According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, AutoNation, Inc.'s intrinsic value is estimated at $223.88, suggesting a +15.6% average upside from the current price of $193.62. While 7 models see room for appreciation, model agreement is not unanimous as 5 models flag potential overvaluation. Model dispersion is worth noting: First Chicago targets $356.40 (+84.1%), versus RCMH-DCF at $50.94 (-73.7%). This +157.8% range highlights the importance of multi-model analysis rather than relying on any single methodology.
What Do the Models Say About AN?
12 of 13 models are currently active for AN. Of these, 7 models suggest upside while 5 models suggest overvaluation. The Bayesian DCF estimates AN's intrinsic value at $294.08, implying +51.9% upside from the current price. See which stocks rank higher →
How Does AN Rank in Auto & Truck Dealerships?
Among 3 Auto & Truck Dealerships stocks, AN ranks #2 by Quality of Company score. CirclFi's QOC score of 8.4/10 evaluates 32 fundamental signals. A score of 8.4 places AN in the top tier.
Within the Auto & Truck Dealerships space, AutoNation, Inc. competes in an environment where EBIT per unit often separates market leaders from laggards. Understanding these industry-specific dynamics is essential context for interpreting our model outputs.
Is AN a Value Trap?
CirclFi's Value Trap algorithm assigns AN a score of 6/100 (SAFE). This indicates minimal risk. Fundamentals are healthy. The score cross-references apparent undervaluation against fundamental deterioration signals. Browse lowest value-trap stocks →
Multi-Model Methodology
12 of 13 models are active for AutoNation, Inc.. Broad coverage provides high confidence. Each model applies a fundamentally different valuation philosophy. See the complete methodology →
According to the CirclFi Quality of Company (QOC) framework, which evaluates 32 signals including margin stability, revenue growth trajectory, leverage, and free cash flow generation, AutoNation, Inc. is rated at 8.4/10. This strong-tier score demonstrates strong fundamentals across the majority of our quality signals.
The gap between the most bullish and bearish model spans +157.8% — demonstrating why single-model analysis is dangerous. Browse all stocks with 13-model coverage →
Data Sources & Confidence
Every AN valuation is built from SEC EDGAR XBRL filings — 700+ standardized financial tags. Macroeconomic context from FRED calibrates discount rates, while GDELT news sentiment feeds into our Sentiment SOTP model. All pipelines run daily. Read the complete data methodology →
Across AN's 12 active models, average confidence is 45%. Lower confidence may reflect limited history or high volatility.
CirclFi's output is a research starting point, not a buy/sell signal. All data updates daily. Read the full methodology →
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