Lithia Motors, Inc.
LADLithia Motors, Inc. (LAD) is a leading retailer of automotive vehicles and services in the United States. Founded in 1946, the company operates a network of new and used vehicle dealerships, offering a range of automotive brands along with financing, service, and parts. Lithia has grown through numerous acquisitions, expanding its presence across the country and becoming one of the largest auto dealership groups in the U.S. It emphasizes customer service and digital innovation within the automotive retail industry.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2026 | $0.57 | 2026-05-08 | 2026-05-08 |
| March 20, 2026 | $0.55 | 2026-03-06 | 2026-03-06 |
| November 21, 2025 | $0.55 | 2025-11-07 | 2025-11-07 |
| August 22, 2025 | $0.55 | 2025-08-08 | 2025-08-08 |
| May 23, 2025 | $0.55 | 2025-05-09 | 2025-05-09 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Lithia Motors, Inc. has rewarded shareholders with 85 dividend payments over the past 22 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held LAD shares during this period received a total of $20.73 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.57/share was paid 57 days ago, on May 22, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: LAD currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 0.66%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2004, the dividend payout has grown by 714.3%, from $0.07 to $0.57.
- Dividend Reliability: LAD has maintained or increased its dividend for 66 consecutive payments.
Company News
Lithia & Driveway announced the acquisition of Toyota of Gallatin in Tennessee and Mercedes-Benz of Medford in Oregon, bringing year-to-date annualized U.S. revenue acquired to $225 million. The acquisitions expand the company's presence in high-performing markets and its hometown, financed using existing on-balance sheet capacity.
Lithia Motors acquired Porsche Beverly Hills and Audi Santa Monica dealerships, expected to generate $450 million in annualized revenue and expand their luxury automotive market presence.
Lithia Motors reported Q2 2024 revenue of $9.23 billion, up 13.8% year-over-year, and EPS of $7.87 compared to $10.91 a year ago. The company's performance was mixed compared to analyst estimates, with revenue beating expectations but EPS falling short.
Lithia Motors' (LAD) short interest has decreased, indicating a more bullish sentiment from traders. The company's short interest as a percentage of float is lower than its peer group average, suggesting the market is more positive about Lithia Motors compared to its competitors.
While Lithia (LAD) invests in Wheels to help it innovate its top-tier product offerings for corporate clients, Tesla issues a recall of recall of nearly 12,000 Cybertrucks.
