Vroom [VRM] vs Penske Automotive [PAG] Detailed Stock Comparison
Vroom
NASDAQ
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Penske Automotive
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Vroom wins in 6 metrics, Penske Automotive wins in 11 metrics, with 0 ties. Penske Automotive appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Vroom | Penske Automotive | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | -0.29 | 12.13 | Vroom |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 0.90 | 2.05 | Vroom |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 512.88 | 151.23 | Penske Automotive |
| PEG Ratio | 0.00 | 2.58 | Vroom |
| EV/EBITDA | 129.19 | 13.23 | Penske Automotive |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | -20.20% | 3.13% | Penske Automotive |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 14.29% | 4.54% | Vroom |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 14.29% | 4.54% | Vroom |
| Return on Equity | -45.88% | 18.09% | Penske Automotive |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | -0.56% | 4.92% | Penske Automotive |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $-100.52M | $811.10M | Penske Automotive |
| Dividend Yield | N/A | 2.04% | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | 158.64% | 10.27% | Vroom |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 0.60 | 0.38 | Penske Automotive |
| Enterprise Value | $901.25M | $19.89B | Penske Automotive |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 3.95 | 0.65 | Penske Automotive |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | N/A | 16.92% | N/A |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $68 | $459 | Penske Automotive |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $-43.73 | $14.37 | Penske Automotive |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | N/A | 0.87 | N/A |
Performance
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Vroom vs Penske Automotive Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vroom | 2.63% | -7.84% | -5.52% | -8.74% | -14.04% | 408.74% |
| Penske Automotive | -1.87% | 1.48% | -5.11% | -4.53% | 23.50% | 16.06% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vroom | 158.64% | -71.02% | -99.34% | -99.24% | -99.24% | -99.24% |
| Penske Automotive | 10.27% | 74.48% | 214.55% | 242.35% | 1,208.48% | 925.84% |
News Based Sentiment: Vroom vs Penske Automotive
Vroom
News sentiment data is not available for Vroom at this time.
Penske Automotive
News based Sentiment: MIXED
Penske Automotive experienced a month of mixed signals, with a revenue miss offset by an earnings beat and increased institutional investment. Analyst price target increases and improving ROCE suggest underlying strength, but revenue concerns remain. This creates a 'mixed' investment narrative.
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Vroom vs Penske Automotive
| Metric | VRM | PAG |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $145.33M | $11.72B |
| Market Cap Category | Micro cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 1,420 | 247,050 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 3,283 | 214,717 |
| Last Close | $26.89 | $171.03 |
| 52 Week Range | $4.25 - $41.36 | $134.05 - $189.51 |
| % from 52W High | -34.99% | -9.75% |
| All-Time High | $6,039.20 (Aug 31, 2020) | $189.51 (Aug 27, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -99.55% | -9.75% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | -0.10% | 0.00% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | -1.00% | 0.04% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | -0.20% | 0.03% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.14% | 0.05% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | -0.46% | 0.18% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 512.88 | 151.23 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $29.22 | $85.00 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $2.74 | $2.35 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $-25,355,000 | $961.10M |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $3.89M | $387.78M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 2.04% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $3.48 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Vroom vs Penske Automotive
| Metric | VRM | PAG |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | -0.29 | 12.13 |
| Forward P/E | -0.15 | 12.56 |
| PEG Ratio | 0.00 | 2.58 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 0.60 | 0.38 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 0.90 | 2.05 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $145.33M | $11.72B |
| Enterprise Value | $901.25M | $19.89B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 3.95 | 0.65 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 129.19 | 13.23 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | N/A | 0.87 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $29.22 | $85.00 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Vroom vs Penske Automotive
Financial Metrics
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Operating Margin
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Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | VRM | PAG |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $0 | $7.60B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | N/A | $6.34B |
| Gross Profit | N/A | $1.27B |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $-23.85M | $315.50M |
| EBITDA | $5.71M | $388.70M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $-8.87M | $337.10M |
| Income Tax | $59,000 | $92.10M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $-8.52M | $245.00M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | VRM | PAG |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $14.57M | $118.40M |
| Total Current Assets | $938.56M | $6.05B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $122.04M | $6.70B |
| Long-Term Debt | $665.63M | $3.36B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $158.63M | $5.41B |
| Retained Earnings | $-6.35M | $5.70B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $7.33M | $5.52B |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | VRM | PAG |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $13.13M | $147.90M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-1.47M | $-54.30M |
| Free Cash Flow | $15.37M | $118.90M |
| Debt Repayment | $-374.36M | $-1.25B |
| Common Stock Repurchase | N/A | $-71.30M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | VRM | PAG |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 55,026 | 1.37M |
| Short Ratio | 13.61 | 6.92 |
| Short % of Float | 0.05% | 0.08% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 1,420 | 247,050 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 3,283 | 214,717 |
| Shares Outstanding | 1.82M | 66.77M |
| Float Shares | 747,958 | 17.80M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.03% | 0.21% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.94% | 0.78% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Vroom vs Penske Automotive
| Metric | VRM | PAG |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $3.48 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 2.04% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | N/A | $3.06 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.55% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | N/A | $9.19 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | N/A | Feb 24, 2025 |