Rating Change
Stephens & Co. reiterated its Equal-Weight rating on AutoNation, Inc. (NYSE:AN) on August 10, 2026.
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Stephens & Co. Reiterates Equal-Weight Rating on AutoNation, Inc. (AN)
Stephens & Co. reiterated its Equal-Weight rating on AutoNation, Inc.
At publication ·
What changed
AutoNation, Inc. (NYSE:AN) · reiterate
- Firm
- Stephens & Co.
- Rating
- Equal-Weight to Equal-Weight
- Price at event
- $208.09
- Market capitalization
- $6.8B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Stephens & Co. reiterated an Equal-Weight rating on AutoNation (AN) on August 10, 2026, indicating a neutral outlook on the stock.
Market Context
AutoNation, Inc. operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector. The stock currently trades at $208.09 with a market capitalization of $6.8B. The stock has declined 1.0% over the past 52 weeks.
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Recent Analyst Activity for AutoNation, Inc.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 7 Buy, 3 Hold, 0 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 2026 | Stephens & Co. | Equal-Weight | N/A |
| Aug 07, 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Overweight | N/A |
| Aug 04, 2026 | Citigroup | Buy | N/A |
| Aug 04, 2026 | JP Morgan | Overweight | N/A |
| Aug 03, 2026 | Wells Fargo | Equal-Weight | N/A |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Equal-Weight rating mean for AN?
A rating of Equal-Weight from Stephens & Co. reflects the analyst's outlook on AutoNation, Inc. (NYSE:AN). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
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