Lithia Motors Director Sells 75 Shares

Congdon Stacy Loretz reduces stake by 4.14% amid quarterly earnings miss

Mar. 14, 2026 at 12:51pm

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Lithia Motors, Inc. (NYSE:LAD) Director Congdon Stacy Loretz sold 75 shares of the company's stock on March 12th at an average price of $259.33, reducing their stake by 4.14% to 1,735 shares. The transaction came after Lithia missed Q4 earnings estimates, reporting $6.74 EPS versus analysts' $8.09 forecast, though revenue of $9.20 billion was roughly in line with expectations.

Why it matters

Insider transactions can provide insights into a company's performance and outlook. Loretz's sale, while relatively small, suggests potential concerns about Lithia's near-term prospects following its earnings miss. The stock has also underperformed the broader market in recent months.

The details

Loretz sold the 75 shares for a total of $19,449.75, leaving them with a remaining 1,735 shares. Lithia reported Q4 earnings that fell short of analyst estimates, though revenue was largely in line. The company also declared a quarterly dividend of $0.55 per share.

  • Loretz sold the shares on March 12, 2026.
  • Lithia reported Q4 2025 earnings on February 11, 2026.

The players

Congdon Stacy Loretz

A director at Lithia Motors, Inc.

Lithia Motors, Inc.

An American automotive retailer headquartered in Medford, Oregon that operates dealerships across the United States and Canada.

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