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Carvana Co. (NYSE:CVNA) Chief Executive Officer Ernest C. Garcia III, through associated trusts, sold a total of $3,521,367 worth of Class A Common Stock on July 8th and 9th. The sales occurred at prices ranging from $344.31 to $360.42, near the stock’s 52-week high of $364. According to InvestingPro data, CVNA has delivered an impressive 163.84% return over the past year, with the company achieving a perfect Piotroski Score of 9, indicating strong financial health.
The sales were executed by the Ernest Irrevocable 2004 Trust III and the Ernest C. Garcia III Multi-Generational Trust III. On July 8th, both trusts sold 48 shares each at $360.42. On July 9th, further sales were executed at various prices: 216 shares were sold by each trust at an average price of $344.31; 935 shares were sold by each trust at an average price of $345.52; 427 shares were sold by each trust at an average price of $346.48; 319 and 318 shares were sold at average prices of $347.33 and $347.89 respectively; 346 shares were sold by each trust at an average price of $348.55; 1,409 and 1,410 shares were sold at average prices of $349.39 and $349.81 respectively; 598 and 597 shares were sold at average prices of $350.25 and $350.72 respectively; 336 shares were sold by each trust at an average price of $351.69; 208 and 209 shares were sold at average prices of $352.46 and $352.98 respectively; and finally, 206 shares were sold by each trust at an average price of $353.43.
These sales were executed pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted by Garcia on December 13, 2024. Following these transactions, the Ernest Irrevocable 2004 Trust III holds 671,440 shares, and the Ernest C. Garcia III Multi-Generational Trust III holds 771,440 shares. Garcia also directly owns 924,384 shares. With Carvana’s market capitalization now at $74.56 billion and trading at elevated multiples, InvestingPro analysis suggests the stock is currently fairly valued. Subscribers can access 18 additional ProTips and comprehensive valuation metrics in the Pro Research Report.
In other recent news, Carvana’s earnings and revenue results have drawn significant attention from analysts. Citi has raised its price target for Carvana to $415, citing a 40% year-over-year increase in retail unit sales for the second quarter, which surpassed both the company’s guidance and consensus estimates. Stephens also increased its price target to $375, noting a 45% growth in unit sales and raising its EBITDA and EPS forecasts for the company. BofA Securities lifted its target to $375 as well, maintaining a Buy rating and highlighting the potential benefits from a shift in consumer preference from new to used cars. Meanwhile, Jefferies adjusted its price target to $325 following data indicating a 47% year-over-year increase in retail unit growth for the second quarter.
Citizens JMP reiterated a Market Outperform rating with a price target of $440, emphasizing Carvana’s growth drivers and increasing scale, which are expected to improve services and expand margins. The firm also pointed out the challenges of vehicle affordability since the COVID pandemic but remains optimistic about Carvana’s ability to outperform industry growth. Analysts have noted Carvana’s potential inclusion in the S&P 500 index and the possible benefits of a car loan interest deduction for consumers. These developments reflect a consensus among analysts that Carvana is well-positioned for continued growth in the used car market.
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