LITHIA MOTORS INC (LAD) Form 8-K — Jul 29, 2026

$LADForm 8-KItems 2.02, 8.01, 9.01Filed Jul 29, 2026, 9:05 AM ET0001023128-26-000047Original filing

Lithia Motors reported second quarter revenue of $9.8 billion and diluted earnings per share of $11.54, representing a 17% increase year-over-year. The company achieved record quarterly revenues and stable new vehicle margins despite a slight decline in adjusted net income. The Board approved a 23% increase in the quarterly dividend to $0.70 per share and repurchased $242 million of common stock during the quarter. Lithia also expanded its share repurchase authorization by $500 million, focusing on returning capital to shareholders.

Key figures

Eps: 11.54
Net Income: 261600000
Cash Position: 417200000
Shares Outstanding: 22500000
Liquidity: $1.3 billion
Adjusted EPS: 10.03
Adjusted EBITDA: 445100000
Dividend Per Share: $0.70
Adjusted Net Income: 227600000
Share Repurchase Amount: $242 million

Price after filing

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