Auto Trader Group plc
AUTO
Rank in Stocks
#3052
Operating as a premier digital automotive marketplace, Auto Trader Group plc... Operating as a premier digital automotive marketplace, Auto Trader Group plc serves the United Kingdom and Ireland. The company facilitates vehicle listings for private individuals on its online platforms and extends insurance and loan financing solutions to consumers. Furthermore, it provides display advertising opportunities on its websites for vehicle manufacturers and their associated agencies. Auto Trader's offerings reach a broad spectrum of clients, including car retailers, independent traders, and logistics businesses. The firm, established in 1977, maintains its headquarters in Manchester, UK.
Share Price
$7.49
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$5.70B
Change (1 day)
0.99%
Change (1 year)
-21.87%
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Operating Margin for Auto Trader Group plc (AUTO)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: 62.25%
According to Auto Trader Group plc's latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is 62.25%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of 62.69%.
Operating Margin history for Auto Trader Group plc from 2012 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 62.25% | -0.70% |
| 2025 | 62.69% | 2.64% |
| 2024 | 61.08% | 11.34% |
| 2023 | 54.86% | -21.05% |
| 2022 | 69.49% | 14.42% |
| 2021 | 60.73% | -12.35% |
| 2020 | 69.29% | 1.33% |
| 2019 | 68.38% | 2.00% |
| 2018 | 67.04% | 3.00% |
| 2017 | 65.09% | 8.59% |
| 2016 | 59.94% | 15.25% |
| 2015 | 52.01% | 25.26% |
| 2014 | 41.52% | -16.69% |
| 2013 | 49.84% | -3.24% |
| 2012 | 51.51% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33.32% | -99.46% |
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| 32.86% | -99.47% |
US
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| 32.65% | -99.48% |
CN
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| 14.58% | -99.77% |
SE
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| 3.16% | -99.95% |
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What is a company's Operating Margin?
The operating margin is a key indicator to assess the profitability of a company. Higher operating margins are generaly better as they show that a company is able to sell its products or services for much more than their production costs. The operating margin is calculated by dividing a company's earnings by its revenue.
Questions about Auto Trader Group plc's operating margin
What is Auto Trader Group plc's operating margin?
Auto Trader Group plc's operating margin is 62.25%, as of Nov 2026.
What was Auto Trader Group plc's operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, Auto Trader Group plc's operating margin was 62.69%, compared with 61.08% in 2024.
How has Auto Trader Group plc's operating margin changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, Auto Trader Group plc's operating margin was highest in 2022 (69.49%) and lowest in 2023 (54.86%).
How does Auto Trader Group plc's operating margin compare with similar companies?
Auto Trader Group plc's operating margin (62.25%) is higher than that of all 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is Alphabet Inc., with 33.32%.