Copart (CPRT) Stock Overview
Provides online auctions and vehicle remarketing services in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Brazil, Canada, the United Arab Emirates, Spain, Finland, Oman, the Republic of Ireland, and Bahrain. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
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| Valuation | 4/6 |
| Future Growth | 1/6 |
| Past Performance | 3/6 |
| Financial Health | 6/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
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| Current Share Price | US$33.80 |
| 52 Week High | US$50.11 |
| 52 Week Low | US$26.81 |
| Beta | 1.01 |
| 1 Month Change | 24.40% |
| 3 Month Change | 0.03% |
| 1 Year Change | -30.96% |
| 3 Year Change | -22.83% |
| 5 Year Change | -6.40% |
| Change since IPO | 22,086.78% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Aug 20
CPRT: Cash-Funded Buybacks Will Offset Salvage Share Loss Concerns
Analysts have trimmed the Copart analyst price target from $32 to $26, citing updated views on salvage auction market share as well as contrasting opinions on the company’s earnings potential and balance sheet flexibility. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Copart highlights a clear split between bullish analysts who focus on the company’s structural positioning and balance sheet, and bearish analysts who concentrate on salvage auction market share and the implied impact on valuation.
Narrative Update • Aug 06
CPRT: Digital Scale And Buybacks Will Support Earnings Power Ahead
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Copart from $65 to $55. This reflects a slightly higher discount rate, more cautious assumptions on revenue growth and profit margins, and a lower future P/E multiple influenced by recent price target reductions and mixed views on the company’s competitive position and earnings outlook.
New Narrative • Jul 27
Compounder to Cash Generator in Real Time
The Auction Business Moat Is Fine. The Capital Allocation Is Not.Recent updates
Narrative Update • Aug 20
CPRT: Cash-Funded Buybacks Will Offset Salvage Share Loss Concerns
Analysts have trimmed the Copart analyst price target from $32 to $26, citing updated views on salvage auction market share as well as contrasting opinions on the company’s earnings potential and balance sheet flexibility. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Copart highlights a clear split between bullish analysts who focus on the company’s structural positioning and balance sheet, and bearish analysts who concentrate on salvage auction market share and the implied impact on valuation.Narrative Update • Aug 06
CPRT: Digital Scale And Buybacks Will Support Earnings Power Ahead
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Copart from $65 to $55. This reflects a slightly higher discount rate, more cautious assumptions on revenue growth and profit margins, and a lower future P/E multiple influenced by recent price target reductions and mixed views on the company’s competitive position and earnings outlook.New Narrative • Jul 27
Compounder to Cash Generator in Real Time
The Auction Business Moat Is Fine. The Capital Allocation Is Not.
Narrative Update • Jul 22
CPRT: Salvage Tailwinds And Leadership Shift Will Shape Future Auction Positioning
The analyst price target for Copart has been reduced from $32 to $26, as analysts factor in updated assumptions for fair value, future P/E, and market share dynamics in the salvage vehicle auction space. Analyst Commentary on Copart Recent Street research on Copart highlights a split in sentiment, with some firms citing supportive industry drivers while bearish analysts point to competitive pressures and valuation risks that could cap upside in the near term.
New Narrative • Jul 15
Copart’s Share Price Fell. Its Moat Did Not.
The market is treating Copart like a broken growth stock. I think it may be pricing a temporary slowdown as permanent decline.Narrative Update • Jul 08
CPRT: Salvage Tailwinds And Digital Platform Strength Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Copart to $32.00 from $33.00, citing slightly higher discount rate assumptions, more conservative views on revenue growth and profit margins, and updated P/E expectations, even as recent research continues to highlight structural salvage tailwinds, the strength of its digital auction platform, insurer relationships, and balance sheet flexibility. Analyst Commentary on Copart Recent Street research on Copart presents a mix of optimism around the core business model and caution around valuation and execution.Seeking Alpha • Jul 01
Copart: Historically Cheap Following CEO 'Reverse Transition'
Summary Copart announces Jay Adair's return as CEO amid investor concerns over slowing growth. CPRT's moat remains strong, with dominant US and growing international salvage yard and auction operations, supported by a fortress balance sheet and high ROE. Buybacks have begun in earnest, with $1.6B repurchased in six months, but strategic direction—buybacks, dividends, or acquisitions—remains a key focus. Valuation hinges on growth resumption; if growth returns, a 60% upside is possible, while downside risk appears limited by cash flow and conservative management. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Jun 24
CPRT: International Expansion And Cash-Funded Buybacks Will Offset Insurance Headwinds
Analysts have reduced their price target for Copart to $45 from $47, citing the latest Q3 results, ongoing international momentum, and the potential for significant share repurchases supported by the company's cash position. What’s in the News for Copart Renaissance Investment Management exited its position in Copart, citing challenging market conditions and what it views as worsening fundamental factors affecting the company’s business environment.Analysis Article • Jun 20
Copart (CPRT) Stock Could Be 31% Overvalued After Fund Exit Over Weaker Fundamentals
Renaissance Investment Management recently exited its position in Copart (CPRT), citing deteriorating fundamentals as rising automotive insurance costs lead some consumers to drop collision coverage and reduce the supply of damaged vehicles entering Copart’s auctions. See our latest analysis for Copart. Despite the recent exit by Renaissance Investment Management, Copart’s share price has softened, with the 30 day share price return down 12.12% and the year to date share price return down...Narrative Update • Jun 04
CPRT: International Expansion And Cash-Funded Buybacks Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Copart to $45 from $47, citing refreshed assumptions that include a fair value estimate of $41.44, updated views on revenue growth and profit margin, and expectations for ongoing international momentum supported by a strong cash position. What's in the News Q3 2026 results: Copart reported consolidated revenue of US$1.24b, up 2.1% year over year, and earnings per share of US$0.43, which was US$0.02 above consensus estimates.Narrative Update • May 19
CPRT: Fee Rate Pressure And Execution Reset Will Support Future Upside
Narrative update on Copart The analyst price target for Copart has been trimmed slightly as analysts factor in a modestly lower fair value estimate of about $42.44, a slightly higher required return, and recent Street research pointing to competitive pressure on fee rates and a fiscal Q2 that missed expectations, which also drove price target cuts to $34 and $32 at other firms. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Copart has turned more cautious, with price targets adjusted lower and commentary focused on both competitive dynamics and recent execution against expectations.Narrative Update • May 03
CPRT: Fee Rate Competition And Earnings Reset Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their average price target on Copart to reflect recent reductions to $34 and $32 from JPMorgan and Barclays, citing spreading competitive pressure on fee rates and a fiscal Q2 earnings miss. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways JPMorgan maintains a Neutral rating, which signals that some large-cap focused research teams still see Copart as reasonably aligned with current fundamentals despite trimming valuation expectations.
New Narrative • Apr 26
CPRT 04-2026
Copart is a compounding machine wearing the clothes of a salvage yard. It has built the only infrastructure on earth — a two-sided digital marketplace spanning 1M+ registered buyers in 190+ countries, anchored by owned physical storage across 21,000+ irreplaceable acres — capable of converting an insurance industry's inconvenient problem (the totaled car) into global liquidity at scale.Narrative Update • Apr 17
CPRT: Fee Rate Competition Reset Will Support Future Share Price Upside
Narrative Update Analysts have trimmed their average price target for Copart to $42.67, reflecting recently lowered targets to $34 and $32 as they factor in spreading competitive pressure on fee rates and a fiscal Q2 that missed expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent research highlights a more cautious stance on Copart, with price targets reset lower as analysts reassess how competitive fee pressure and the latest earnings print may affect execution and valuation.Narrative Update • Apr 03
CPRT: Fee Rate Pressure Reset Will Support Future Share Price Upside
Analysts have trimmed their average price target on Copart by about $10 to the mid $30s, citing increasing competitive pressure on fee rates and fiscal Q2 results that fell short of expectations. Analyst Commentary Analysts are recalibrating expectations on Copart, with recent price target cuts into the low to mid $30s reflecting a more cautious stance on both pricing power and near term execution.Narrative Update • Mar 19
CPRT: Fee Rate Pressure Reset Will Support Future Upside Potential
Narrative Update on Copart The analyst price target for Copart has been reduced by $11 to $34, as analysts cite increasing competitive pressure on fee rates and fiscal Q2 results that came in below expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Copart focus on lower price targets and specific execution risks that investors are watching closely.Narrative Update • Mar 05
CPRT: Fee Pressure Reset Will Support Future Upside Potential
Narrative Update on Copart The analyst price target for Copart has decreased from about $48.89 to roughly $42.67, as analysts cite broader competitive pressure on fee rates and fiscal Q2 results that did not meet expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Copart points to a more cautious stance, with lower price targets and greater focus on competitive and execution risks.Narrative Update • Feb 19
CPRT: Insurance Volume Resets Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have trimmed their blended price target for Copart to $52 from $55, with the change framed around ongoing insurance related headwinds and evolving insurance volumes as reflected in updated models. Analyst Commentary Recent research highlights a split view on Copart, with one group of bullish analysts backing an Outperform stance even as they trim targets, and more cautious analysts keeping an Underweight view while modestly lifting theirs.Narrative Update • Feb 05
CPRT: Digital Auction Strength Will Offset Insurance Volume And Share Loss Headwinds
Narrative Update Analysts have modestly reset Copart's outlook, with Street price targets now ranging from approximately $33 to $52. They are factoring in ongoing insurance headwinds and the potential impact of share loss risk on future insurance volumes.Narrative Update • Jan 21
CPRT: Digital Auctions Will Offset Insurance Volume And Market Share Headwinds
Analysts have trimmed their average price targets on Copart, with a mix of reductions such as Baird cutting its target to US$52 from US$55 and more cautious increases like Barclays raising its target to US$33 from US$32, reflecting ongoing insurance related headwinds and concerns about potential share loss in digital auctions. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Copart highlights a split view, with some analysts updating models around insurance trends while others focus on potential share loss in digital auctions and valuation risk.Analysis Article • Jan 08
Copart, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:CPRT) Business Is Trailing The Market But Its Shares Aren't
Copart, Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:CPRT ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 23.2x might make it look like a sell right now...Narrative Update • Jan 07
CPRT: Digital Auctions And Claims Automation Will Offset Insurance Volume Headwinds
Narrative Update Analysts have modestly adjusted their views on Copart, with recent price targets ranging from $33 to $52 as they factor in ongoing insurance related headwinds and potential share loss risk, alongside mixed read throughs from digital auction growth and uninsured volumes. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Copart reflects a split view, with some analysts trimming targets but staying constructive on execution, while others focus on risks tied to insurance trends and potential share loss.Narrative Update • Dec 22
CPRT: Digital Auctions Will Offset Insurance Headwinds And Support Future Upside
Analysts have modestly trimmed their average price target on Copart, with some lowering expectations to around $52 from $55, while others nudged targets up to about $33 from $32. This reflects ongoing insurance headwinds and concerns about potential share loss, despite a still constructive view on digital auction growth.Narrative Update • Dec 08
CPRT: Digital Auction Strength Will Outweigh Insurance And Market Share Headwinds
Analysts have modestly trimmed their price target on Copart, lowering fair value by about $1.33 to roughly $48.89 as they factor in persistent insurance headwinds and potential share loss risk, despite resilient digital auction fundamentals. Analyst Commentary Street research on Copart reflects a divided view, with bullish analysts highlighting resilient business fundamentals and upside to fair value, while bearish analysts focus on insurance related volume pressure and potential market share erosion that could cap near term growth.Narrative Update • Nov 24
CPRT: Digital Marketplace Shift And Share Repurchase Will Drive Future Upside
Copart's analyst price target has been revised downward from approximately $56 to $50.22 per share, as analysts cite insurance headwinds and moderating growth assumptions that are impacting the updated outlook. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research presents a mix of optimism and caution from analysts evaluating Copart’s prospects.Narrative Update • Nov 08
CPRT: Share Repurchase and Efficiency Gains Will Drive Continued Upside
Analysts have revised their price target for Copart, lowering it from $50 to $46 per share. They cited adjustments to valuation multiples, even though earnings estimates for future fiscal years have improved.Narrative Update • Oct 24
Digital Tools And Ecosystem Partnerships Will Shape Automotive Industry Outlook
Analysts have lowered their price target for Copart from $50 to $46, citing recent earnings and a reduced valuation multiple. This adjustment comes despite improved long-term profit forecasts.Narrative Update • Oct 10
Emerging Markets And Digital Platforms Will Power Automotive Ecosystem
Analysts have lowered their price target for Copart from $56.63 to $56.00, citing revised growth expectations and modestly higher discount rates. These factors have been partially offset by improved profit margins.Narrative Update • Sep 05
Advancements In AI-Enabled Image Recognition And Title Express Will Improve Efficiency And Operational Capacity
Analysts have raised Copart's price target slightly to $59.38, citing strong execution, favorable macro trends, and market appreciation, though concerns remain about high valuation and slower profit growth. Analyst Commentary Exceptional operational execution and prescient strategic planning have driven strong absolute and relative performance.Seeking Alpha • Apr 17
Copart: Market-Resilient Business Model
Summary Copart's strong market leadership and online auction platform drive its revenue growth, supported by a 37.7% market share in the online automotive auction market. US Domestic Auto Production significantly influences Copart's sales, with a 27.66% average growth premium, making it resilient to macroeconomic downturns. The Online Salvage Auctions Market, projected to grow at a 19.6% CAGR, aligns with Copart's historical growth, enhancing its competitive edge over traditional auctioneers. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Mar 19
Copart: I'm Backing Up The Truck If This Drops Another 10%
Summary Copart boasts strong revenue growth, a stellar balance sheet, and high profit margins, making it a wonderful company with a wide moat and solid competitive advantages. The company's innovative online vehicle auction platform, superior technology, and extensive land ownership contribute to its dominant market position and long-term growth potential. Financially robust with consistent revenue growth, high free cash flow, and minimal debt, Copart is well-positioned for continued success and global expansion. Despite its premium valuation, Copart is a buy now and a strong buy if it drops another 10 percent from here, offering a safe, growth-oriented investment for the long term. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Feb 25
Copart: A Compounding Machine
Summary Copart's strong buy rating is justified by its exceptional 20% ROE, debt-free balance sheet, and impressive $1.5 billion annual operating cash flow. Operating in a duopoly with IAA, Copart's competitive edge lies in market structure, advanced technology, and strategic land ownership, ensuring stable growth. Copart's early adoption of online auctions and deep buyer pool maximizes sales prices, benefiting insurers and solidifying its market position. Despite high valuation, Copart's relentless compounding potential and long-term growth prospects make it a valuable investment for patient investors. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 31
Copart Is On The Shortlist For Purchase, But At Lower Prices
Summary Despite Copart's strong market position and profitability, I rate it a SELL due to overvaluation and growth risks. Copart's impressive financials include a 45% gross profit margin, 30% net income margin, and 28% return on invested capital. The company is debt-free, focusing on acquisitions over buybacks or dividends, enhancing long-term stability and growth potential. Current stock price is 13% overvalued; I am waiting for a correction to $50 before starting investing. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 26
Copart: Upside Hinges On Results Continuing To Surpass Market Expectations
Summary Copart reported $1.15 billion in revenue, beating estimates by $46.9 million, reflecting 12% year-over-year growth driven by both domestic and international markets. International service revenue surged by 30%, highlighting Copart's success in expanding globally, while international gross profit increased by 44%. Copart's resilience in average selling prices, outperforming broader used vehicle market trends, further supports its competitive positioning. Strong market reaction to Q1'25 results, with shares up 10.2% as Copart beat revenue estimates by $46.9 million, and EPS met expectations. Despite solid business fundamentals, Copart's high valuation, trading at 31.8x EBITDA, raises concerns in the valuation and what may already be reflected at the current price. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaShareholder Returns
| CPRT | US Commercial Services | US Market | |
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| 7D | 6.9% | 1.6% | -1.5% |
| 1Y | -31.0% | -7.8% | 17.9% |
Return vs Industry: CPRT underperformed the US Commercial Services industry which returned -7.8% over the past year.
Return vs Market: CPRT underperformed the US Market which returned 17.9% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| CPRT volatility | |
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| CPRT Average Weekly Movement | 5.9% |
| Commercial Services Industry Average Movement | 6.8% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.3% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.1% |
Stable Share Price: CPRT has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: CPRT's weekly volatility (6%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
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| 1982 | 13,800 | Jay Adair | www.copart.com |
Copart, Inc. provides online auctions and vehicle remarketing services in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Brazil, Canada, the United Arab Emirates, Spain, Finland, Oman, the Republic of Ireland, and Bahrain. It offers a range of services to process and sell vehicles over the internet through its virtual bidding third generation internet auction-style sales technology. The company’s services include online seller access, salvage estimation, estimating, end-of-life vehicle processing, transportation, vehicle inspection stations, on-demand reporting, title processing and express, loan payoff, flexible vehicle processing programs, buy it now, sales process, and dealer services.
Copart, Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| CPRT fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$31.78b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$1.55b |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$4.64b |
20.1x
P/E Ratio6.7x
P/S RatioIs CPRT overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| CPRT income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$4.64b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$2.43b |
| Gross Profit | US$2.20b |
| Other Expenses | US$651.34m |
| Earnings | US$1.55b |
Last Reported Earnings
Apr 30, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 1.68 |
| Gross Margin | 47.52% |
| Net Profit Margin | 33.48% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 0% |
How did CPRT perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/08/21 01:38 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/08/21 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/04/30 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/07/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Copart, Inc. is covered by 21 analysts. 11 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Craig Kennison | Baird |
| John Babcock | Barclays |
| Gary Prestopino | Barrington Research Associates, Inc. |