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AUTO1 Group SE is a technology-driven company operating Europe's leading digital automotive platform for buying, selling, and financing used cars. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, it connects consumers and professional dealers across Europe through specialized brands and services. The Merchant segment features AUTO1.com, the continent's largest wholesale platform for car trading professionals, enabling efficient inventory management and transactions via proprietary data analytics for optimal pricing. In the Retail segment, Autohero delivers a seamless consumer experience with high-quality pre-owned vehicles, supported by in-house refurbishment and expanding production centers. Consumers can sell vehicles easily via wirkaufendeinauto.de, which offers free online valuations and a widespread branch network. Additionally, AUTO1 Group provides digital financing solutions for both merchants and retail buyers, enhancing transaction accessibility. By leveraging scale, technology, and operational excellence, AUTO1 Group plays a pivotal role in transforming the used car market, fostering transparency, speed, and value creation for all participants.
Operating margin is thin at 1.73%. Limited cushion if revenue slows or costs rise, not the profile of a wide-moat business.
Revenue grew 30.3%, still solid.
Negative free cash flow of -€489M. The business is consuming cash, not generating it.
Profitability & Returns
Revenue (FY)
€8.17B
▲ +30.3% YoY
Net Income (FY)
€78M
▲ +273.1% YoY
Op. Margin
1.73%
▲ +1.0pp YoY
ROIC
5.55%
▲ +3.3pp YoY
Cash Flow & Balance Sheet
FCF (TTM)
-€487M
▼ -103.6% YoY
Op. Cash Flow (TTM)
-€471M
▼ -106.9% YoY
Net Debt
€1.45B
Cash & Equiv.
€246M
3Y CAGR: +7.7%
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