OPENLANE, Inc.
KAR
Rank in Stocks
#4993
OPENLANE, Inc., established in 2006 and headquartered in Carmel, Indiana,... OPENLANE, Inc., established in 2006 and headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, functions as a leading digital ecosystem for the trading of pre-owned vehicles. This platform seamlessly connects both sellers and buyers across the United States, Canada, Continental Europe, and the United Kingdom. The company's operations are strategically divided into two core areas: Marketplace and Finance. The Marketplace segment provides advanced digital solutions for automotive transactions, including the OPENLANE platform, which empowers dealerships with mobile app-enabled tools for efficient inventory sourcing and sales. Beyond its central trading capabilities, this division also furnishes a comprehensive array of supplementary services designed to streamline the vehicle transaction lifecycle. These include full-service logistics for transportation, reconditioning, thorough vehicle inspection and certification, title management, various administrative support tasks, and collateral recovery. Its diverse clientele encompasses commercial fleet operators, financial institutions, car rental agencies, new and used vehicle dealerships, and automotive manufacturers. Conversely, the Finance segment focuses on delivering short-term, inventory-backed lending solutions, specifically floorplan financing, predominantly to independent vehicle dealers. It also extends its services to other commercial and franchise dealer partners. Notably, the enterprise, previously known as KAR Auction Services, Inc., underwent a rebranding and officially became OPENLANE, Inc. in May 2023.
Share Price
$27.44
Last synced: 2026-03-17
Market Cap
$2.92B
Change (1 day)
3.98%
Change (1 year)
4.93%
Country
US
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Category
Consumer Cyclical
Operating Margin for OPENLANE, Inc. (KAR)
Operating Margin as of October 2026 TTM: 11.51%
According to OPENLANE, Inc. latest financial reports and stock price the company's current Operating Margin (TTM) is 11.51%. At the end of 2023 the company had an Operating Margin of -0.32%.
Operating Margin history for OPENLANE, Inc. from 2007 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 11.51% | 12.95% |
| 2024 | 10.19% | -3,284.38% |
| 2023 | -0.32% | -102.80% |
| 2022 | 11.43% | 22.25% |
| 2021 | 9.35% | 50.08% |
| 2020 | 6.23% | -44.82% |
| 2019 | 11.29% | -31.82% |
| 2018 | 16.56% | 1.16% |
| 2017 | 16.37% | 3.35% |
| 2016 | 15.84% | -2.16% |
| 2015 | 16.19% | 1.38% |
| 2014 | 15.97% | 35.22% |
| 2013 | 11.81% | -13.16% |
| 2012 | 13.60% | -8.97% |
| 2011 | 14.94% | 0.88% |
| 2010 | 14.81% | 31.18% |
| 2009 | 11.29% | -1,690.14% |
| 2008 | -0.71% | -107.36% |
| 2007 | 9.65% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.00% | - |
US
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| 3.78% | -99.67% |
US
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| 4.33% | -99.62% |
BE
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| 0.00% | - |
US
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| 13.28% | -98.85% |
TW
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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.