Lithia Motors Q1 Earnings Estimates Lifted by Zacks Research

Analysts raise Q1 2026 EPS forecast for the automotive retailer to $8.28 per share.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Zacks Research analysts have increased their Q1 2026 earnings per share estimate for Lithia Motors, Inc. (NYSE:LAD) to $8.28, up from their previous estimate of $8.22. The consensus full-year 2026 EPS forecast for Lithia Motors is $34.45. However, the company recently reported Q4 2025 earnings that missed analyst expectations.

Why it matters

Lithia Motors is one of the largest automotive retail networks in North America, operating dealerships across the U.S. and Canada. Positive earnings revisions from analysts can signal improving business conditions and growth prospects for the company.

The details

Zacks Research analyst Team raised their Q1 2026 EPS estimate for Lithia Motors after the company reported Q4 2025 earnings that fell short of consensus forecasts. The analysts now expect Lithia to post Q1 2026 earnings of $8.28 per share, up from their prior estimate of $8.22. For the full 2026 fiscal year, the consensus EPS estimate is $34.45.

  • Zacks Research released the updated Q1 2026 EPS estimate on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
  • Lithia Motors reported Q4 2025 earnings on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.

The players

Lithia Motors, Inc.

An American automotive retailer headquartered in Medford, Oregon that operates dealerships across the United States and Canada, offering a broad portfolio of new and pre-owned vehicles.

Zacks Research

An equities research firm that provides investment research and analysis on stocks.

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The takeaway

The revised Q1 2026 earnings estimate for Lithia Motors indicates analysts see continued growth potential for the automotive retailer, despite a recent earnings miss. This reflects the company's position as a major player in the North American auto dealership market.