COPART INC

COPART INC

Copart, Inc. (CPRT) operates an online vehicle auction platform connecting sellers — notably insurers, dealers and fleet operators — with buyers of salvage and clean-title vehicles worldwide. The company’s technology-driven marketplace facilitates high-volume, low-touch transactions and scales through membership services, buyer fees and international expansion. Key strengths include a broad global footprint, proprietary auction technology and close links to insurance and automotive ecosystems. Investors should note revenue and margins are sensitive to used-vehicle prices, accident and insurance claim rates, macroeconomic activity and currency movements. Competition, regulation and platform reliability are additional considerations. Copart has historically emphasised reinvestment and growth over returning capital, but dividend and capital-return policies can change. This summary is educational and not personal financial advice; investors should review Copart’s latest filings, valuation metrics and suitability for their own portfolios before acting.

Why It's Moving

COPART INC

Analysts Eye 29% CPRT Upside Despite Recent Earnings Miss and 52-Week Low Dip

Copart shares have slid to a 52-week low amid Q2 earnings that missed expectations on EPS and revenue, sparking debate on volume softness from hurricane comparisons and carrier internalization. Yet Wall Street's consensus tilts toward Buy with targets implying strong upside, fueled by robust free cash flow projections and international growth potential.
Sentiment:
🐃Bullish
  • Q2 results disappointed with EPS and revenue below forecasts—revenue at $1.12B versus $1.15B expected, down 3.6% YoY—highlighting temporary headwinds from base effects.
  • Free cash flow remains a powerhouse at $1.23B in fiscal 2025 and projected $1.27B in 2026, underscoring the asset-light auction model's resilience against domestic challenges.
  • Analyst mix shows 6 Buys versus Holds and Sells, with targets from $32 to $55 hinging on volume recovery and Copart's push into international markets and dealer networks.
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When is the next earnings date for COPART INC (CPRT)?

Copart (CPRT) is estimated to report its next earnings, covering the fiscal quarter ended April 30, 2026, between May 18 and May 22, 2026, with May 20 as a common projected date based on historical patterns. The company last reported on February 19, 2026, for the prior quarter. No official date has been announced yet, so investors should monitor for updates.

Stock Performance Snapshot

Buy

Analyst Rating

Analysts recommend buying Copart's stock, indicating strong potential for price growth.

Above Average

Financial Health

Copart is generating strong revenue, profits, and cash flow, indicating solid financial performance.

Source: Analyst sentiment is provided by Refinitiv Ltd, a global leader in financial market data with over 40k business clients. Refinitiv Ltd is an independent third party to Nemo. This is not advice.

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Why You’ll Want to Watch This Stock

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Platform Scalability

Digital auctions scale with volume and membership growth, which can lift margins — though earnings remain exposed to used-car price swings.

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Global Expansion

International markets offer new demand and diversification, but bring currency and regulatory risks that can affect results.

Insurance Partnerships

Close ties with insurers and fleets supply large vehicle volumes, supporting recurring flows — yet changes in claims or insurer strategy can alter supply.

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