Total Revenue

+4.4% (from $215.8M to $225.2M)

Total revenue increased slightly driven largely by a robust 13% growth in Marketplace Revenue (up by $25.0M—from $187.2M to $212.2M), which more than offset the declines seen in the Wholesale (–52%) and Product (–58%) segments. This adjustment in the revenue mix highlights a strategic shift toward higher-margin marketplace activities. " "

Marketplace Revenue

+13% (from $187.2M to $212.2M)

Marketplace revenue grew solidly supported by increased Listings revenue—bolstered by new dealer sign-ups, subscription tier upgrades, and enhanced advertiser spending—which improved its share of total revenue from 87% to 94% compared to the prior period. " "

Wholesale Revenue

–52% (from $16.1M to $7.7M)

Wholesale revenue declined steeply due to a significant drop in transactions (including both Dealer-to-Dealer and Instant Max Cash Offer transactions), where reduced transaction volumes critically impacted revenue performance in this segment. " "

Product Revenue

–58% (from $12.5M to $5.2M)

Product revenue fell sharply as a result of declining proceeds from vehicle sales through IMCO transactions and arbitrated vehicle sales, reflecting the direct impact of lower transaction volumes and reduced proceeds per sale. " "

Operating Income

+74% (from $26.3M to $45.8M)

Operating income jumped substantially due to improved operational efficiency and a more favorable cost structure—especially a reduction in cost of revenue (from $40.8M down to $25.5M)—which translated into higher margins despite modest increases in total revenue. " "

Net Income Attributable to Common Stockholders

+83% (from $21.3M to $39.0M)

Net income saw an impressive rise as a result of the revenue mix shift and improved operations contributing to higher gross profit and lower cost pressures, along with favorable effects from tax adjustments and possibly lower non-recurring charges. " "

Operating Cash Flow

–10% (from $75.7M to $67.9M)

Operating cash flow declined by about 10%, which may indicate tighter working capital management or timing differences in cash receipts and payments, potentially impacting overall operating liquidity despite better profitability. " "

Total Assets

–21% (from $870.8M to $689.1M)

Total assets contracted significantly by roughly 21%, suggesting a deliberate reduction in the asset base through potential divestitures, asset write-downs, or other strategic balance sheet adjustments, reflecting a notable shift in the company’s capital structure. " "

Stockholders’ Equity

–29% (from $568.4M to $402.1M)

Stockholders’ equity dropped by about 29%, primarily due to aggressive repurchase of common stock and other equity adjustments, such as changes in additional paid-in capital and the impact of comprehensive losses, which outweighed the positive contribution of net income for the period. " "

Consolidated Revenue

Q1 2025

$216 million to $236 million, representing flat to up 9% year-over-year "

no guidance

no current guidance

Marketplace Revenue

Q1 2025

$209 million to $214 million, up between 12% and 14% year-over-year "

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no current guidance

Non-GAAP Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA

Q1 2025

$60 million to $68 million "

no guidance

no current guidance

Non-GAAP Earnings Per Share (EPS)

Q1 2025

$0.41 to $0.47 "

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no current guidance

Diluted Weighted Average Common Shares Outstanding

Q1 2025

Approximately 107 million "

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no current guidance

Used Vehicle Market Moat and Competitive Positioning

Emphasized dealer trust, data insights, strong dealer relationships and consumer engagement in Q2, Q3, and Q4 2024 " " "

Q1 2025 continued to stress trust and dealer relationships, predictive dealer data insights, marketplace leadership, and robust consumer engagement " " " "

Consistent positive sentiment with reinforcement of a differentiated and integrated competitive moat over time.

OEM Advertising Growth and Uncertainty

Q2, Q3, and Q4 2024 detailed double-digit growth, normalization of new car supply, shift from programmatic to direct buys and cited uncertainty factors such as tariffs " " " "

Q1 2025 reported strong double-digit growth, driven by high consumer engagement and long-term OEM renewals while acknowledging tariff-induced caution " " " "

Stable revenue growth remains, though persistent macroeconomic and tariff-related uncertainty continues to color sentiment.

CarOffer Business Innovation, Profitability, and Execution Risks

Q2 2024 and Q3 2024 highlighted innovations via data integration, matrix enhancements, and leadership restructuring while noting significant operational and profitability challenges " " " and Q4 2024 emphasized AI-driven operational improvements with ongoing losses " "

In Q1 2025, CarOffer showcased new predictive insights and seller tools but reiterated structural limitations, profitability challenges and execution risks amid volatile conditions " " "

Ongoing innovation efforts are being pursued, but structural and profitability challenges persist, prompting a strategic reassessment across periods.

Marketplace Growth and Dealer Network Consolidation

Across Q2, Q3, and Q4 2024, growth was driven by strong subscription-based revenue, dealer adoption, long-term contracts and international expansion, with steady dealer network expansion " " " "

Q1 2025 maintained robust dealer network consolidation with increased dealer additions, long-term contracts (40%+), and improved QARSD, along with international growth " "

Consistently strong growth with ongoing dealer network consolidation and revenue improvements, signaling enduring market leadership.

International Expansion and Global Growth

Q2, Q3, and Q4 2024 conveyed significant international revenue gains (21%-26% growth), expanding dealer bases in Canada and the U.K., and focused investments in go-to-market strategies " " " "

Q1 2025 reported international revenue growth of 20% year-over-year, supported by rising direct traffic, dealer data insights expansions, and strong consumer engagement in key regions " " "

Sustained multi-regional expansion, with consistent investments and positive dealer/consumer reception reinforcing global growth prospects.

Product Innovation with AI and Data-Driven Insights

Q2 2024 and Q3 2024 revolved around enhanced dealer tools such as Next Best Deal Rating, acquisition and margin insights, digital matrix advancements, and personalized consumer experiences using AI " " " and Q4 2024 further showcased predictive analytics and AI-driven consumer personalization " "

Q1 2025 introduced conversational AI (cargurus.com/discover), VIN-level targeting, expanded dealer data insights and predictive wholesale analytics, all pushing engagement and efficiency " " "

Progressively advanced innovation with AI integration remains a clear strength, consistently enhancing both dealer workflows and consumer experience.

Digital Wholesale Segment Challenges

Q2 2024 and Q3 2024 detailed declines in transaction volumes, significant impairment charges, structural matrix limitations and slow rebuild of profitability " " " and Q4 2024 highlighted continuing lower volumes and EBITDA losses despite operational improvements " "

Q1 2025 continued to face declines in Digital Wholesale transaction volumes, structural limitations in the CarOffer platform, and persistent profitability challenges " "

Persistent headwinds remain in the wholesale segment with ongoing structural challenges and strategic reassessment, despite efforts to improve operations.

Digital Transaction Strategy Discontinuation (CG Buy Online)

Q3 2024 and Q4 2024 discussed the discontinuation with noncash impairment charges and strategic reallocation of resources from CG Buy Online " "

Not mentioned in Q1 2025

No current mention – the topic has effectively disappeared, suggesting that focus has shifted away from this program.

Operating Expense and Margin Pressure Concerns

Q2, Q3, and Q4 2024 consistently reviewed operating expense levels, seasonal fluctuations, cost management efforts, and margin expansion driven by revenue mix shifts and reduced media spend " " "

Q1 2025 reported moderate operating expense increases (partly due to higher sales and marketing spend) alongside improved gross and EBITDA margins stemming from a high-margin revenue mix "

Consistent cost management despite seasonal increases, with margins improving year-over-year; a consistent theme across periods.