Group 1 Automotive Reports Record 2025 Results

Strong parts, service, and F&I performance drive all-time high gross profits, while company reshapes dealership portfolio and returns capital to shareholders.

Jan. 30, 2026 at 6:55pm

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Group 1 Automotive (NYSE:GPI) management reported that 2025 delivered record revenue across all major business lines, supported by strong parts and service and finance and insurance (F&I) performance. The company also continued to reshape its dealership portfolio and return capital to shareholders through share repurchases.

Why it matters

Group 1 Automotive's record results in 2025 demonstrate the strength and resilience of its diversified business model, which includes not just vehicle sales but also lucrative parts, service, and F&I operations. The company's ability to adapt its dealership portfolio and focus on cost control and operational efficiency has allowed it to thrive despite a challenging macroeconomic environment, particularly in the UK.

The details

In the US, Group 1 saw strong fourth-quarter performance across the business, though new vehicle sales declined. Used vehicle operations held volumes flat year-over-year, while revenues increased. F&I remained a bright spot, with fourth-quarter F&I gross profit per unit increasing nearly 3%. Aftersales results were again highlighted as a key contributor, with customer pay and warranty revenues and gross profits rising. In the UK, the company reduced headcount by 537 positions in 2025 and continued executing restructuring initiatives in response to a challenging macroeconomic environment.

  • Group 1 Automotive reported its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results on January 31, 2026.
  • The company repurchased $555 million of stock in 2025, buying about 1.3 million shares at an average price of $413.05.

The players

Group 1 Automotive

An international automotive retailer headquartered in Houston, Texas, that operates an extensive network of franchised dealerships offering new and pre-owned vehicles, as well as a full complement of aftersales services.

Daryl Kenningham

President and CEO of Group 1 Automotive.

Daniel McHenry

Chief Financial Officer of Group 1 Automotive.

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