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AutoNation, Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates as an automotive retailer in the United States. It offers various automotive products and services, including new vehicles, used vehicles, parts and automotive services, and automotive finance and insurance products, as well as provides a range of vehicle maintenance, repair, paint, and collision repair services, including warranty work. The company also arranges financing for vehicle purchases through third-party finance sources. In addition, it offers various vehicle protection products, including extended service contracts, maintenance...

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By Marian Filo (-24.55% risk: aggressive) 03/31/09

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Auto Nation AN

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in 466 days

- Short Interest 21%
- Deutsche Securities Target of $13
- Heavy Insider Buying
- Trades under book value
- Valuation at Between $24-37 Dollars

During recessions people cut down on services and tend to do things themselves. Changing vehicle oil is included in this. To continue the new CE is visionary in his anticipation of a technical revolution within the auto industry; specifically flex fuel, hybrid and other new technologies.

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By simplenick (-14.17% risk: conservative) 08/02/08

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AutoNation Big Player in Weak Mkt AN

+23.02%
in 527 days

It is focused on profitability rather than market share and hence its margins are 10 basis points (bps) higher than the nearest competitor.

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