RB Global Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 2/6
RB Global has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 16.9%, while the Commercial Services industry saw earnings growing at 9.4% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 28% per year. RB Global's return on equity is 7.4%, and it has net margins of 8.6%.
Key information
16.87%
Earnings growth rate
1.62%
EPS growth rate
| Commercial Services Industry Growth | 8.53% |
| Revenue growth rate | 28.00% |
| Return on equity | 7.37% |
| Net Margin | 8.56% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Mar 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 01
RBA: Share Repurchase And Acquisitions Will Support Future Shareholder Value
Analysts have raised their price target on RB Global by $4 to $150, citing updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E as the key drivers of this adjustment. What's in the News RB Global completed the acquisition of Big Iron Auction Company on May 18, 2026, expanding its presence in the U.S. agriculture market and adding agricultural equipment, real estate and rural asset capabilities to its marketplace offering.Analysis Article • May 07
Earnings Beat: RB Global, Inc. Just Beat Analyst Forecasts, And Analysts Have Been Updating Their Models
RB Global, Inc. ( NYSE:RBA ) investors will be delighted, with the company turning in some strong numbers with its...Narrative Update • May 04
RBA: Share Repurchase Plan Will Support Future Shareholder Value Creation
Analysts have maintained the RB Global price target at $146.00, noting that only minor adjustments to inputs such as discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and assumed future P/E were made, and these changes do not materially affect their valuation view. What's in the News The Board of Directors authorized a share buyback plan on March 9, 2026, signaling an intention to return capital to shareholders through repurchases (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Apr 20
RBA: Share Repurchase Plan Will Support Future Shareholder Value Creation
Analysts have kept RB Global's fair value estimate steady at $146.00 while fine tuning underlying assumptions around the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E. This reflects updated views on the company rather than a shift in the headline target.
Narrative Update • Apr 06
RBA: Share Buyback And Meeting Plans Will Shape Balanced Forward Outlook
Analysts have trimmed their price target on RB Global to $100.93, reflecting updated assumptions around a slightly higher discount rate, modestly stronger revenue growth and profit margin expectations, and a marginally lower future P/E estimate. What's in the News The Board of Directors authorized a share buyback plan for RB Global on March 9, 2026, signaling an intent to return capital to shareholders over time (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Mar 22
RBA: Share Repurchase Plan Will Support Stronger Long Term Performance
Analysts have nudged their price target for RB Global up by $1 to $146, citing updated assumptions that combine slightly higher revenue growth expectations with a lower discount rate and a higher future P/E multiple, partly offset by a reduced profit margin outlook. What's in the News The Board of Directors authorized a share buyback plan for RB Global, Inc.Narrative Update • Mar 07
RBA: Refined Assumptions And Upcoming Shareholder Meeting Will Shape Future Outlook
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for RB Global to $100.93, reflecting slightly updated assumptions around discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and forward P/E, which together support a modestly refined price target outlook. What's in the News RB Global has scheduled a Special or Extraordinary Shareholders Meeting for April 30, 2026.Narrative Update • Feb 21
RBA: Higher P/E Assumptions Will Offset Pressure From Lower Profitability
Analysts have trimmed their price target on RB Global to about $100.93, reflecting updates to fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions. Valuation Changes Fair Value: trimmed slightly from $101.20 to about $100.93 per share.Analysis Article • Feb 09
Here's What's Concerning About RB Global's (NYSE:RBA) Returns On Capital
If we want to find a potential multi-bagger, often there are underlying trends that can provide clues. In a perfect...Narrative Update • Feb 07
RBA: Higher Growth Assumptions Will Expose Risk From Lower Profitability
Analysts have nudged their price target for RB Global higher to US$101.20 from about US$100.77, citing updated assumptions related to revenue growth, profit margins and the stock's forward P/E. Valuation Changes Fair Value Estimate increased slightly from US$100.77 to US$101.20 per share.Narrative Update • Jan 23
RBA: Expanded Government Contract Will Support Stronger Long Term Performance
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for RB Global from US$135.00 to US$145.00, citing updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and a higher future P/E multiple. What's in the News RB Global, through its IAA business, reported an expanded contract with the U.S. General Services Administration to support increased government fleet vehicle volume.
Narrative Update • Jan 09
RBA: Expanded Government And Latin American Contracts Will Support Stronger Outlook
Analysts have lifted their price target for RB Global by about US$1.50. This reflects updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E.Narrative Update • Dec 26
RBA: Expanded Government Contract Will Drive Stronger Long Term Performance
Analysts modestly raised their price target on RB Global to $135.00, citing slightly stronger expected revenue growth and profit margins that more than offset a marginally higher discount rate and a lower future P E multiple. What's in the News IAA secured an expanded contract with the U.S. General Services Administration to provide end to end remarketing services for increased government fleet vehicle volumes, which streamlines GSA operations and reduces transport costs by eliminating third party providers (Key Developments).Analysis Article • Dec 23
Are Investors Undervaluing RB Global, Inc. (NYSE:RBA) By 42%?
Key Insights RB Global's estimated fair value is US$184 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity RB Global's US$106...Narrative Update • Dec 12
RBA: Fair Outlook Will Reflect Index Inclusion And Margin Improvement
Analysts have modestly raised their price target on RB Global to reflect an improved profit margin outlook and slightly higher intrinsic value, lifting fair value by roughly $1 to about $101, even as they temper long term revenue growth expectations and apply a somewhat higher discount rate and lower future earnings multiple. What's in the News IAA, a subsidiary of RB Global, secured an expanded contract with the U.S. General Services Administration to provide end to end remarketing services for increased government fleet vehicle volumes, streamlining operations and reducing transport costs for GSA (Key Developments).Seeking Alpha • Nov 24
RB Global Vs. Copart: In The Battle Of The Auctioneers, Only 1 Is A Strong Buy
Summary Copart, Inc. stands out as the superior long-term investment over RB Global, Inc. in the online vehicle salvage auction sector. CPRT boasts higher margins, stronger ROIC, a pristine balance sheet, and a durable competitive moat compared to RBA. Despite recent underperformance, CPRT trades at a significant discount to historical averages, offering an attractive risk-reward profile. I rate RBA as a Hold and CPRT as a Strong Buy, expecting CPRT to outperform as industry growth resumes. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Nov 09
Analysts Are Updating Their RB Global, Inc. (NYSE:RBA) Estimates After Its Third-Quarter Results
As you might know, RB Global, Inc. ( NYSE:RBA ) just kicked off its latest quarterly results with some very strong...Analysis Article • Aug 13
RB Global (NYSE:RBA) Is Increasing Its Dividend To $0.31
RB Global, Inc. ( NYSE:RBA ) will increase its dividend from last year's comparable payment on the 18th of September to...Narrative Update • Aug 10
International Partnerships And E-Commerce Expansion Will Unlock Future Potential
The upward revision of RB Global's price target reflects stronger expected revenue growth and a significantly lower future P/E, supporting the increase in fair value from $114.00 to $121.20. What's in the News Declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.31 per common share.Analysis Article • Jul 10
RB Global, Inc. (NYSE:RBA) Not Lagging Market On Growth Or Pricing
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 18x, you may...Analysis Article • Jun 25
RB Global (NYSE:RBA) Is Reinvesting At Lower Rates Of Return
If we want to find a stock that could multiply over the long term, what are the underlying trends we should look for...Seeking Alpha • Apr 20
RB Global: An Auction Player Trading At Anything But An Auction Price
Summary RB Global has seen a 60% share price increase since early 2023, driven by successful IAA integration, earnings growth, and deleveraging of the balance sheet. Despite premium valuations, RB Global's dual business model and solid growth track record make it an industrial auction giant with balanced revenue streams. The company reported strong 2024 results with $1.30 billion in EBITDA and reduced net debt, yet shares still trade at high multiples. While RB Global's performance is impressive, the current valuation offers limited risk-reward, despite potential for capital returns and further dealmaking. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 09
RB Global: Getting Cheaper In Its Expanding Auction Business
Summary RB Global's recent acquisitions and partnerships have expanded its global footprint, positioning them well to outpace peers in the future. The company's service revenue grew significantly, driven by higher take rates and marketplace services, while inventory sales revenue declined. Analysts are optimistic about RB Global's EPS growth due to cost reduction initiatives and positive synergies from strategic acquisitions. Despite some risks, including customer concentration and declining operating margins, RB Global's strong expansion initiative and improved valuation make it an attractive investment. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Oct 24
Earnings And Profits Rising At RB Global After Key Acquisition
Summary RB Global's acquisition of IAA and operational efficiencies have boosted adjusted EBITDA and EPS despite lower revenue, setting the stage for future profitable growth. The company has a one-year price target 10.36% above the current price, supported by improved margins. RBA's competitive advantages include a global platform, long-term customer relationships, and investments in data science, though it faces significant competition. With expected EPS growth and a history of dividend increases, RB Global is rated a Buy, with potential for capital gains and total returns. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
New Narrative • Aug 21
Ritchie Bros Accelerates With Decisive Wins And Global Expansion For Bright Financial Future
Strategic cost efficiencies and financial discipline are likely enhancing net margins and overall financial performance.Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How RB Global makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 4,717 | 404 | 907 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 4,591 | 382 | 898 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 4,529 | 391 | 845 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 4,418 | 377 | 805 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 4,328 | 379 | 791 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 4,284 | 373 | 785 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 4,184 | 341 | 791 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 4,222 | 329 | 817 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 4,232 | 306 | 803 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 3,680 | 175 | 753 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 3,083 | 144 | 692 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 2,474 | 132 | 622 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 1,852 | 107 | 571 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 1,734 | 320 | 550 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 1,649 | 305 | 530 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 1,568 | 294 | 503 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 1,479 | 302 | 469 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 1,417 | 152 | 465 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 1,441 | 170 | 439 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 1,443 | 183 | 438 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 1,436 | 175 | 429 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 1,377 | 170 | 410 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 1,326 | 173 | 401 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 1,284 | 153 | 389 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 1,288 | 154 | 386 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 1,319 | 149 | 382 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 1,342 | 133 | 382 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 1,298 | 131 | 377 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 1,213 | 123 | 380 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 1,170 | 121 | 383 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 1,106 | 123 | 380 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 1,088 | 110 | 377 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 1,032 | 82 | 350 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 971 | 75 | 323 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 826 | 66 | 304 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 728 | 51 | 287 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 634 | 73 | 287 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 1,127 | 92 | 284 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 555 | 111 | 277 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 536 | 136 | 266 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 532 | 142 | 258 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 516 | 136 | 254 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 519 | 118 | 248 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 512 | 107 | 248 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: RBA has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: RBA's current net profit margins (8.6%) are lower than last year (8.7%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: RBA's earnings have grown by 16.9% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: RBA's earnings growth over the past year (6.7%) is below its 5-year average (16.9% per year).
Earnings vs Industry: RBA earnings growth over the past year (6.7%) did not outperform the Commercial Services industry 7.6%.
Return on Equity
High ROE: RBA's Return on Equity (7.4%) is considered low.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/07 19:56 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/05 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
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
RB Global, Inc. is covered by 22 analysts. 9 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. |