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Cars.com (CARS) Stock Forecast & Price Target

Cars.com (CARS) Analyst Ratings

Based on 11 analyst ratings
Buy
Strong Buy 64%
Buy 18%
Hold 18%
Sell 0%
Strong Sell 0%

Bulls say

Cars.com Inc. has demonstrated a robust performance, with OEM and National segment revenues increasing by 15.2% year-over-year, reflecting a strong demand from automakers as inventory levels rise. The company's revenue for Q4/24 was reported at $180.4 million, with a slight year-over-year increase, alongside a notable surge in free cash flow attributable to a $15 million rise in adjusted EBITDA. Additionally, the company observed a 23% increase in the number of vehicles acquired per dealer post-appraisal, indicating a strengthening operational efficiency and market adaptability.

Bears say

The analysis indicates a negative outlook for Cars.com Inc., primarily driven by declining key performance indicators. Average monthly unique visitors fell to 23.1 million, a decrease of 4.9% year-over-year, and traffic visits decreased by 7%, signaling a reduction in audience engagement. Additionally, the company's subscription-based dealer revenue and dealer count have both declined, reflecting ongoing pressures on dealership profitability, ultimately impacting the firm's revenue estimates adversely.

Cars.com (CARS) has been analyzed by 11 analysts, with a consensus rating of Buy. 64% of analysts recommend a Strong Buy, 18% recommend Buy, 18% suggest Holding, 0% advise Selling, and 0% predict a Strong Sell.

This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Cars.com and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.

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FAQs About Cars.com (CARS) Forecast

Analysts have given Cars.com (CARS) a Buy based on their latest research and market trends.

According to 11 analysts, Cars.com (CARS) has a Buy consensus rating as of Aug 25, 2025. This rating is provided by third-party analysts and is not investment advice from Public.com.

Wall Street analysts have set a price target of $17.86, reflecting a 0.00% increase from the current stock price.

Financial analysts have set a price target of $17.86, indicating a 0.00% increase from the current stock price, but ratings and forecasts are frequently updated based on market conditions, earnings reports, and industry trends. This prediction is provided by third-party analysts and is not investment advice from Public.com.

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