Copart, Inc. CPRT
- Market cap
- $26.1B
- P/E
- 17.7×
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Free account| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | |
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| 6.91 | 9.80 | 11.66 | 13.92 | 25.48 | 25.55 | 30.26 | 46.21 | 38.18 | 26.81 |
Analyst estimates 2027–2029 Powerpack |
Low Price
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| 11.19 | 16.77 | 23.10 | 32.74 | 40.28 | 38.05 | 51.53 | 64.38 | 63.85 | 41.79 |
High Price
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| 5,323 | 6,026 | 7,327 | 7,600 | 8,600 | 9,500 | 10,200 | 11,700 | 11,600 | — |
Employees
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| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Revenue/Emp
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| 1,448 | 1,806 | 2,042 | 2,206 | 2,693 | 3,501 | 3,870 | 4,237 | 4,647 | 4,666 |
Revenue
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| 43.65% | 42.22% | 43.99% | 45.69% | 49.88% | 45.88% | 44.89% | 45.02% | 45.18% | 44.66% |
Gross Margin
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| 440 | 563 | 705 | 801 | 1,122 | 1,341 | 1,554 | 1,715 | 1,896 | 1,835 |
EBT
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| 30.39% | 31.15% | 34.52% | 36.31% | 41.67% | 38.30% | 40.17% | 40.47% | 40.79% | 39.32% |
EBT Margin
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| 394 | 418 | 592 | 700 | 936 | 1,090 | 1,238 | 1,362 | 1,548 | 1,480 |
Net Income
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| 57 | 79 | 85 | 104 | 123 | 139 | 160 | 190 | 218 | 238 |
Depreciation
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| 1.58 | 1.95 | 2.21 | 2.36 | 2.85 | 3.69 | 4.06 | 4.41 | 4.81 | 4.91 |
Revenue/Sh
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| 0.43 | 0.45 | 0.64 | 0.75 | 0.99 | 1.15 | 1.30 | 1.42 | 1.61 | 1.56 |
Earnings/Sh
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| 0.54 | 0.58 | 0.70 | 0.98 | 1.05 | 1.24 | 1.43 | 1.53 | 1.86 | 1.69 |
Cash Flow/Sh
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| (0.36) | (0.31) | (0.39) | (0.63) | (0.49) | (0.46) | (0.51) | (0.51) | (0.56) | (0.34) |
Capex/Sh
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| 0.17 | 0.26 | 0.32 | 0.35 | 0.56 | 0.78 | 0.92 | 1.02 | 1.31 | 1.35 |
Free CF/Sh
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| 1.20 | 1.71 | 1.93 | 2.67 | 3.73 | 4.87 | 6.28 | 7.83 | 9.52 | 9.58 |
Book Value/Sh
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| 915 | 927 | 922 | 933 | 945 | 950 | 954 | 961 | 965 | 950 |
Shares
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| 18.20 | 31.71 | 30.05 | 31.08 | 36.88 | 28.08 | 34.13 | 36.59 | 28.16 | 18.67 |
PE Ratio
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| 4.97 | 7.37 | 8.75 | 9.86 | 12.81 | 8.74 | 10.89 | 11.87 | 9.42 | 5.79 |
PS Ratio
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| 6.55 | 8.42 | 10.05 | 8.73 | 9.78 | 6.62 | 7.04 | 6.68 | 4.76 | 2.97 |
PB Ratio
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| 5.26 | 7.44 | 8.86 | 9.83 | 12.58 | 8.35 | 10.29 | 11.06 | 8.41 | 4.85 |
EV/Sales
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| 47.69 | 54.86 | 62.29 | 73.85 | 69.03 | 39.89 | 45.37 | 47.86 | 31.08 | 17.73 |
EV/FCF
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| 492 | 535 | 647 | 918 | 991 | 1,177 | 1,364 | 1,473 | 1,800 | 1,604 |
Op' Cash Flow
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| (332) | (290) | (356) | (590) | (465) | (440) | (483) | (489) | (538) | (325) |
Capex
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| 160 | 245 | 290 | 328 | 525 | 737 | 881 | 983 | 1,261 | 1,280 |
FCF
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| 285 | 432 | 405 | 608 | 1,282 | 1,762 | 2,770 | 3,790 | 5,071 | 4,864 |
Working Cap'
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| 633 | 400 | 401 | 423 | 420 | 24 | 32 | — | — | — |
Total Debt
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| 423 | 125 | 215 | (55) | (629) | (1,360) | (2,332) | (3,422) | (4,789) | (4,490) |
Net Debt
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| 1,099 | 1,581 | 1,778 | 2,490 | 3,529 | 4,626 | 5,987 | 7,524 | 9,187 | 9,097 |
Sh' Equity
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| 21.71% | 19.48% | 24.37% | 23.32% | 23.36% | 22.09% | 20.55% | 17.98% | 16.77% | 14.76% |
ROA
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| 18.95% | 21.40% | 22.47% | 20.95% | 24.49% | 26.32% | 25.42% | 23.95% | 24.11% | 22.42% |
ROIC
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| 42.09% | 31.19% | 35.23% | 32.80% | 31.12% | 26.74% | 23.32% | 20.18% | 18.58% | 16.24% |
ROE
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CPRT metrics, ten years each
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- Operating cash flow
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- Net margin
- Free cash flow margin
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- P/S ratio
- P/B ratio
- Price to free cash flow
- EV/EBITDA
- EV/Sales
- Return on equity
- Return on assets
- Return on invested capital
- Debt to equity
- Current ratio
- Total debt
- Shares outstanding
- Book value per share
- Revenue growth
Copart, Inc. (CPRT) key facts
- Copart, Inc. (CPRT) is a Specialty Business Services company in the Industrials sector, listed on Nasdaq.
- Copart, Inc.’s revenue for fiscal 2026 (year ended July 2026) was $4.7 billion, roughly unchanged from fiscal 2025.
- Net income was $1.5 billion, or $1.56 per share (basic), a net margin of 31.8%.
- As of September 25, 2026, CPRT traded at $27.59, a market capitalization of $26.1 billion.
- At that price the stock trades at 17.7× trailing-twelve-month earnings and 5.5× sales.
- Return on equity was 16.2% and debt-to-equity 0.00.
Copart, Inc. (CPRT) Latest News
25 Sep
Copart, Inc. (CPRT) closed at $27.59, down 1.6% as the S&P 500 rose 0.51%, the Dow gained 0.93%, and the Nasdaq added 0.48%. Earlier, CPRT had fallen 14.41%, underperforming the Business Services sector (-6.07%) and the S&P 500 (+0.74%). Ahead of its next earnings release, the company is projected to report EPS of $0.41 (roughly flat year over year) and revenue of $1.18 billion, up about 2.4%. For the full year, Zacks Consensus calls for $1.65 per share on $4.83 billion in revenue, up around 6.5% and 3.6%, respectively. The note highlights ongoing analyst forecast revisions; CPRT holds a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold). Valuation sits at a forward P/E of 17.01 (vs. industry 26.95) and a PEG of 1.36; the Auction and Valuation Services industry ranks 26th of 250. Earnings are expected to be roughly flat with modest revenue growth and a neutral hold outlook, indicating only a moderate impact on CPRT's trajectory.
24 Sep
In a piece spotlighting sub-$50 stocks, StockStory highlights two to sell (Bentley Systems, Movado) and one under-$50 to watch: Copart (CPRT). CPRT trades around $28.90, after being founded in 1982 as a salvage yard. Its online auction platform connects sellers of damaged salvage vehicles with buyers such as dismantlers, rebuilders, dealers, and exporters. The report cites solid five-year revenue growth of 11.6%, strong free cash flow profitability, allowing buybacks or dividends, and a ROIC of 31.3%, signaling efficient capital allocation. The stock trades at about 17.7x forward P/E. The piece frames CPRT as a potential 10x candidate due to growth and profitability, while noting the caution around the other two stocks in the same article. Positive growth and profitability signals may boost sentiment but there is no concrete strategic action or regulatory event described.
18 Sep
Copart weighs buying opportunity tied to ACV deal, assessing effects on stock valuation and competitive position in vehicle auction market. ACV deal introduces moderate shifts in Copart operations and investor views without major trajectory change.
17 Sep
Copart (CPRT) secured a $1.9 billion ACV deal that sparked bullish options bets despite reporting a weak quarter. $1.9 billion ACV deal signals major contract win likely to drive future revenue and investor sentiment.
Copart, Inc. (CPRT) has commenced a tender offer to acquire ACV. Tender offer to acquire ACV marks a major strategic expansion with potential to reshape Copart's competitive position and long-term growth.
16 Sep
Copart's slower EPS growth and margin compression alter its investment story. Slower EPS and margin compression affect Copart financials and market perception.
13 Sep
Copart shifts focus to digital dealers amid shrinking core volumes. Strategic pivot to digital dealers counters core volume declines and may reshape long-term operations and positioning.
11 Sep
Copart acquires ACV and directs investments toward growth initiatives that shape its Q2 outlook and future performance. ACV acquisition plus growth investments represent major strategic moves likely to alter Copart's trajectory.
Copart strikes $1.9B deal, triggering 40% surge in ACV Auctions shares. The $1.9B transaction marks a substantial strategic move for Copart with potential to reshape its competitive standing.
Barrington upgraded CPRT to buy and downgraded ACVA after Copart's $1.9B acquisition, viewing the deal as a long-term growth catalyst for the company. The $1.9B acquisition is a major strategic move positioned as a long-term growth catalyst that is likely to alter Copart's trajectory.
Copart (CPRT) held its Q4 2026 earnings call discussing financial results, operations, and outlook. Earnings call details directly inform financial performance and strategic direction with clear market effects.
Copart stock surged 6% after beating revenue expectations and announcing a $2 billion marketplace acquisition. Revenue beat combined with a major acquisition indicates strong operational results and expansion that can materially shift growth trajectory.
Copart, Inc. (CPRT) enters a $1.9 billion acquisition deal for ACV to expand its vehicle auction platform and support long-term growth. Copart's $1.9B ACV acquisition marks a major strategic expansion that could significantly reshape its market position and performance.
Copart, Inc. (CPRT) conducted its Q4 2026 earnings call, releasing financial results, operational metrics, and forward-looking guidance for investors. Earnings call results and guidance directly shape Copart's stock valuation and near-term market trajectory.
Copart agrees to a $1.9 billion takeover of ACV Auctions, triggering an immediate surge in ACV stock. The $1.9 billion acquisition marks a major strategic expansion for Copart in the auto auction sector.
Copart agrees to acquire ACV Auctions for $1.9 billion in an all-cash transaction. The $1.9 billion all-cash acquisition marks a major strategic expansion for Copart.
Copart acquires ACV Auctions in $1.9 billion deal, lifting shares pre-bell. The $1.9 billion acquisition of ACV Auctions marks a major strategic expansion altering Copart's competitive position.
Copart Inc posted record total loss frequency and ACV during its Q4 2026 earnings call. Record loss frequency and ACV metrics signal strong results that can materially lift future revenue outlook and share price.
10 Sep
Copart, Inc. (CPRT) agreed to acquire ACV Auctions for $1.9 billion. ACVA shares rose over 40% in after-hours trading on the deal. The $1.9 billion ACVA acquisition constitutes a major strategic expansion that can materially shift Copart's competitive position and growth path.
Copart, Inc. acquires ACV to expand its position across the vehicle remarketing ecosystem. Acquisition of ACV marks a major strategic expansion for Copart in vehicle remarketing.
Copart reported Q4 results on the earnings call with details on revenue, margins, and operational metrics alongside forward guidance. Quarterly earnings data typically moves near-term sentiment and valuation without altering long-term strategy.
Copart exceeded Q2 CY2026 revenue expectations, prompting a sharp rise in its stock price. Quarterly revenue beat triggers short-term stock gains but leaves long-term operations and strategy unchanged.
Copart, Inc. reported fourth quarter fiscal 2026 financial results. Quarterly earnings release supplies performance metrics that moderately shift near-term stock valuation and sentiment.
9 Sep
Copart (CPRT) is scheduled to report quarterly earnings tomorrow, with investor attention on revenue, EPS figures, and auto auction sector trends that may drive immediate stock movement. Earnings releases commonly trigger sharp stock price changes and revised investor outlooks for the company.
19 Aug
Copart is among suitors bidding to acquire software firm CCC. Potential CCC acquisition may expand Copart operations but remains unconfirmed and non-core.
18 Aug
Copart's strong finances back its new CEO appointment. New CEO gains support from existing financial resources at Copart.
30 Jul
Tesla salvage vehicles produce higher volumes of wrecks and command elevated auction prices at Copart compared to other market segments. Tesla salvage growth expands Copart auction volumes and raises average bid prices.
23 Jul
Copart (CPRT) stock may trade 45% below fair value amid a slower growth narrative. Valuation opinion on slower growth could shift investor sentiment and share price moderately.
22 Jul
Copart stock rises while its U.S. salvage auction business shows zero growth. Stagnant core U.S. operations signal limited growth ahead despite elevated share price.
Liquidity Services stands out as a potential takeover target within the circular economy, with possible relevance to Copart's auction and salvage operations. Speculation around Liquidity Services as an acquisition candidate may create moderate competitive or sentiment effects for Copart.