CARS Earnings Date: Nov 5, 2026 (Estimated) — Cars.com Inc.
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When is CARS's next earnings date?
Cars.com Inc. (CARS) is expected to report Q3 2026 earnings on Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET (before market open); the date is an estimate and has not been confirmed by the company. The consensus estimate is EPS of $0.53 on revenue of $183.1M.
How did CARS do in its last earnings report?
In its most recent report on Aug 6, 2026 (Q2 2026), Cars.com Inc. posted EPS of $0.51 versus the $0.51 estimate, a miss of 6.3%. Revenue was $179.9M against a $180.5M estimate. The stock's 1-day post-earnings move was -0.8%.
How much does CARS stock move after earnings?
CARS beat EPS estimates in 4 of its last 8 reported quarters. Over the last 8 reports the stock moved an average of 9.5% (up or down) in the day after earnings.
About Cars.com Inc.
Cars.com Inc. operates as a leading digital platform, offering comprehensive services and solutions specifically tailored for the automotive sector. Its central purpose is to seamlessly connect prospective car buyers with vehicle sellers. Through its flagship online marketplace, customized dealer websites, and an array of other digital products, the company undertakes several key functions: it prominently showcases available vehicle inventories from dealerships, significantly enhances the brand visibility and reputation of both independent and franchised dealers alongside automotive manufacturers (OEMs), directs genuinely interested buyers to sellers, and equips consumers with essential tools and information to confidently navigate their car purchasing journey. Beyond these core offerings, Cars.com Inc. provides a diverse portfolio of specialized services. These include marketplace-centric products such as subscription-based advertising and social selling support. Its digital solutions encompass website platform hosting, an advanced AI-powered chat system, comprehensive digital retailing functionalities, and robust reputation management services. Furthermore, a wide array of advertising options are available, ranging from visual display campaigns and instant loan pre-qualification and approval processes to broader digital ad placements and targeted in-market audio advertisements. By December 31, 2021, Cars.com Inc. had established an extensive client base, serving 19,179 dealer customers throughout all 50 U.S. states. This diverse network included both franchised and independent dealerships operating via online platforms and traditional brick-and-mortar locations, as well as major automakers marketing vehicles across the United States. Essentially, its primary clientele consists of local car dealerships, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and various national advertisers. Cars.com Inc. was founded in 1998 and maintains its corporate headquarters in Chicago, Illinois.
Earnings History
| Date | Period | EPS Est. | EPS Act. | Surprise | Revenue | Result | 1D Δ | 1W Δ | 1M Δ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-06 | Q2 2026 | 0.51 | 0.51 | +6.25% | $179.9M | ❌ Miss | -0.84% | +2.20% | -0.42% |
| 2026-05-07 | Q1 2026 | 0.44 | 0.45 | +2.27% | $180.2M | ✅ Beat | +10.19% | -7.06% | -17.69% |
| 2026-02-26 | Q4 2025 | 0.50 | 0.44 | -12.00% | $183.9M | ❌ Miss | -15.46% | -22.35% | -23.93% |
| 2025-11-06 | Q3 2025 | 0.46 | 0.48 | +4.35% | $181.6M | ✅ Beat | +6.53% | +11.62% | +16.33% |
| 2025-02-27 | Q4 2024 | 0.56 | 0.49 | -12.50% | $180.4M | ❌ Miss | -21.37% | -21.90% | -23.14% |
| 2024-11-07 | Q3 2024 | 0.45 | 0.41 | -8.89% | $179.7M | ❌ Miss | +6.19% | +12.31% | +11.72% |
| 2024-08-08 | Q2 2024 | 0.11 | 0.38 | +245.45% | $178.9M | ✅ Beat | -5.99% | -1.79% | -2.91% |
| 2024-05-09 | Q1 2024 | 0.09 | 0.43 | +377.78% | $180.2M | ✅ Beat | +9.20% | +9.20% | +19.27% |
Showing last 8 quarters.