CAR Group FY25 earnings: Revenue rises and dividend lifts 8%

CAR Group delivered double-digit profit growth and increased its dividend.

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The CAR Group Ltd (ASX: CAR) share price is in focus today after the company posted FY25 results showing reported revenue of $1,184 million, up 8%, and declared a final dividend of 41.5 cents per share, up 8% on the prior year.

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What did CAR Group report?

  • Reported revenue of $1,184 million, up 8% on the prior corresponding period
  • Reported EBITDA of $620 million, up 9%
  • Reported NPAT of $275 million, up 10%
  • Proforma EBITDA margin maintained at 56%
  • Final dividend of 41.5 cents per share (40% franked), up 8% on last year
  • EBITDA to operating cash flow conversion of 98%

What else happened in FY25?

CAR Group continued to grow its presence globally, with outstanding results from Latin America thanks to webmotors' market leadership and expanded product offering. In Australia, carsales maintained its leadership, growing across key segments including dealer, private, and media.

North American operations, primarily Trader Interactive, achieved steady growth despite a tougher economic landscape. Meanwhile, the Asia segment benefited from rapid adoption of innovative products like Encar Guarantee, driving strong revenue gains.

What did CAR Group management say?

Managing Director and CEO Cameron McIntyre said:

CAR Group has had another great year. We have achieved excellent financial results in FY25 with double-digit growth across our three key financial metrics. This is a great outcome and reflects the strength of the business model, the execution of our strategy and resilience through macroeconomic cycles.

Our teams across the globe are doing an exceptional job of delivering on our purpose to make buying and selling a great experience and I am very proud of all they have accomplished for our customers and shareholders over the past twelve months.

What's next for CAR Group?

The board has provided guidance for continued growth, expecting FY26 proforma revenue to increase by 12–14% in constant currency and proforma EBITDA to rise by 10–13%. Management remains confident, with plans to drive further gains via product innovation, market share expansion, and continued capital discipline across all regions.

In FY26, each key geographical segment is expected to contribute to top-line and earnings momentum, reflecting ongoing product uptake and enhanced consumer experiences.

CAR Group share price snapshot

CAR Group's share price has beaten the market by a wide margin over the past 5 years. It has risen 104%, compared to 44% for the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO).

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