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Quarterly ResultMay 5, 2026, 11:06 AM

OPENLANE Q1 Revenue $527.9M (+14.7%); EPS $0.35 (+94.4%)

AI Summary

OPENLANE, Inc. reported strong financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. Total operating revenues increased by 14.7% to $527.9 million, while net income rose 32.5% to $48.9 million. Net income attributable to common stockholders saw a significant 93.8% increase to $37.6 million, leading to diluted earnings per share of $0.35, up from $0.18 in the prior year. The company also repurchased $25.7 million of common stock during the quarter and reclassified certain revenue categories to better reflect its digital marketplace business profile.

Key Highlights

  • Total operating revenues increased 14.7% to $527.9 million for Q1 2026.
  • Net income rose 32.5% to $48.9 million for the quarter.
  • Net income attributable to common stockholders surged 93.8% to $37.6 million.
  • Diluted EPS was $0.35, up from $0.18 in the prior year.
  • Operating profit increased 42.7% to $73.8 million.
  • Auction and related fees grew 21.6% to $241.8 million.
  • The company repurchased $25.7 million of common stock, retiring 963,627 shares.
  • Net cash provided by operating activities increased 30.2% to $159.6 million.