Rating Change
Morgan Stanley reiterated its Equal-Weight rating on Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE:ABG) on October 05, 2026.
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Morgan Stanley Reiterates Equal-Weight Rating on Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. (ABG)
Morgan Stanley reiterated its Equal-Weight rating on Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE:ABG) on October 05, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE:ABG) · reiterate
- Firm
- Morgan Stanley
- Rating
- Equal-Weight to Equal-Weight
- Price at event
- $171.75
- Market capitalization
- $4.2B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Morgan Stanley maintains an Equal-Weight rating on Asbury Automotive Group (ABG), suggesting neutral sentiment on the stock.
Market Context
Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector. The stock currently trades at $171.75 with a market capitalization of $4.2B. The stock has declined 30.0% over the past 52 weeks.
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Recent Analyst Activity for Asbury Automotive Group, Inc.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 2 Buy, 7 Hold, 1 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 05, 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Equal-Weight | N/A |
| Sep 08, 2026 | Seaport Global | Buy | N/A |
| Aug 07, 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Equal-Weight | N/A |
| Aug 04, 2026 | JP Morgan | Underweight | N/A |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Citigroup | Neutral | N/A |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Equal-Weight rating mean for ABG?
A rating of Equal-Weight from Morgan Stanley reflects the analyst's outlook on Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE:ABG). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
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