Copart remains a global leader in vehicle remarketing, but current valuation and macro headwinds justify a 'hold' rating. US market weakness is partially offset by strong international growth, yet overall profitability is mixed amid rising costs and declining other income. CPRT's robust balance sheet, with $4.2B in cash and no debt, supports stability but does not offset fair valuation multiples.
Copart, Inc. (CPRT) closed at $32.67 in the latest trading session, marking a -1.98% move from the prior day.
Copart, Inc. faces near-term headwinds from insurance affordability, IAA competition, and autonomous vehicle risks but retains a powerful network effect and global moat. CPRT's real estate ownership, international buyer network, and potential CCC acquisition reinforce its structural advantages and could mitigate insurer bargaining power. Recent CEO transition and aggressive share repurchases signal management's confidence; $1.4B in buybacks last quarter leverages a $4.7B cash position.
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DI David Izzi Brown, LISLE/CUMMINGS Inc. | 63 | $3,565 | $1,834.56 | -$1,730.44 | -48.54% |
| LC Lisa Candera CIGNA INVESTMENTS Inc. /NEW | 8,492 | $204,479.47 | $247,287.04 | $42,807.57 | 20.93% |
Curtis Ellergodt Rothschild Investment LLC | 2,196 | $81,134.33 | $63,486.36 | -$17,647.97 | -21.75% |
| BZ Brandon Zatopek Commonwealth Equity Services LLC | 74,612 | $2.26M | $2.21M | -$51,482.28 | -2.27% |
| ABB Alexander Bjornager Bonde Danske Bank A/S | 467,093 | $18.29M | $13.85M | -$4.43M | -24.24% |
| Retail REITs Industry | Real Estate Sector | Jeffrey Liaw CEO | NASDAQ (NGS) Exchange | 217204106 CUSIP |
| US Country | 13,800 Employees | - Last Dividend | 22 Aug 2023 Last Split | 16 Mar 1994 IPO Date |
Copart, Inc. is a leader in online auctions and vehicle remarketing services across a global platform including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Brazil, the Republic of Ireland, Germany, Finland, the United Arab Emirates, Oman, Bahrain, and Spain. Leveraging its advanced virtual bidding third generation (VB3) internet auction-style sales technology, Copart offers comprehensive services for processing and selling vehicles via the internet to a wide range of clients, such as insurance companies, banks, finance companies, charities, fleet operators, dealers, vehicle rental companies, and even individuals. Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Copart has revolutionized the way vehicles are marketed with a focus on efficiency, transparency, and global reach.
Copart, Inc. provides a robust suite of services to meet the diverse needs of vehicle sellers. Key offerings include: