Group 1 Automotive Shares Drop to New 1-Year Low After Analyst Downgrade

JPMorgan Chase & Co. lowers price target on the auto retailer's stock

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Shares of Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (NYSE:GPI) fell to a new 52-week low after JPMorgan Chase & Co. downgraded the stock and lowered its price target. The investment bank cited concerns about the company's performance in its research note.

Why it matters

Group 1 Automotive is one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, operating over 200 franchised dealerships across the country. An analyst downgrade and lowered price target could signal broader challenges facing the auto industry and impact investor sentiment around the company.

The details

JPMorgan Chase & Co. lowered its price target on Group 1 Automotive from $410 to $370 and maintained a 'neutral' rating on the stock. The bank cited concerns about the company's recent financial results, which missed analyst expectations. Group 1 Automotive shares fell as low as $331.59 during the trading session before closing at $334.74.

  • On February 11, 2026, Group 1 Automotive shares reached a new 52-week low.

The players

Group 1 Automotive, Inc.

An international automotive retailer headquartered in Houston, Texas that operates an extensive network of franchised dealerships.

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

A multinational investment bank and financial services company that provides research coverage on Group 1 Automotive.

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The takeaway

The downgrade of Group 1 Automotive by a major investment bank highlights the challenges facing the auto retail industry, which has been impacted by supply chain issues, rising interest rates, and broader economic uncertainty.