Lithia Motors Inc.
S&P 500LAD/Consumer Cyclical · Auto & Truck Dealerships/NYSE
Dividend Yield
0.75%
$2.22 · Annual Dividend
Dividend Safety Rating
LAD's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 7.7% earnings payout ratio & 12.0% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 2.4x interest coverage & 60.3% net debt / total assets. The dividend has been growing at a 12.31% 5-year CAGR.
Based on 15 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 7.7%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
- FCF Payout Ratio: 12.0%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
- CFO Payout Ratio: 10.7%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.
Risks
- Interest Coverage: 2.4xInterest coverage is thin relative to debt servicing.
- Net Debt / Total Assets: 60.3%Net debt is high relative to total assets.
- Current Ratio: 1.0xLimited short-term liquidity to meet obligations.
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Very SafeAbout Lithia Motors Inc.
Lithia Motors Inc. is a prominent player in the automotive retail industry, operating as one of the largest advisors and providers of vehicles and related services across the United States. Specializing in the retailing of new and used vehicles, Lithia Motors Inc. runs a network of dealerships that offer a wide array of automotive products and services. This includes the sale of new and pre-owned vehicles, financial services such as loans and leases, and repair and maintenance services. Additionally, the company facilitates the sales of automotive parts and insurance products. The organization's expansive reach serves a diverse range of customers from individual buyers to commercial fleets, highlighting its role as a crucial intermediary in the automotive market. Lithia Motors Inc. significantly impacts sectors including transportation, finance, and consumer services, driven by their comprehensive customer-focused strategies. With a firm presence in the market, Lithia Motors Inc. continues adapting to evolving trends in vehicle technology and consumer preferences, maintaining significant importance in the automotive retail landscape.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
0.75%
Annual Dividend
$2.22
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
7.68%
FCF Payout Ratio
11.96%
52-Week Range
$239.78 - $360.56
Dividend History (2016–2025)
LAD annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
LAD earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Last Ex-Dividend Date
May 8, 2026
Last Payment Date
May 22, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
10.63%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
12.31%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
11.11%
3-Year Total Growth
35.40%
5-Year Total Growth
78.69%
10-Year Total Growth
186.84%
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