TSLA388.900-3.05%
GM78.0500.27%
F12.435-0.275%
RIVN16.8900.48%
CYD42.3200.03%
HMC24.3600.1%
TM212.860-0.32%
CVNA362.240-8.84%
PAG156.0200.89%
LAD274.8700.39%
AN198.2902.48%
GPI335.4802.75%
ABG204.0901.55%
SAH67.3701.48%
TSLA388.900-3.05%
GM78.0500.27%
F12.435-0.275%
RIVN16.8900.48%
CYD42.3200.03%
HMC24.3600.1%
TM212.860-0.32%
CVNA362.240-8.84%
PAG156.0200.89%
LAD274.8700.39%
AN198.2902.48%
GPI335.4802.75%
ABG204.0901.55%
SAH67.3701.48%
TSLA388.900-3.05%
GM78.0500.27%
F12.435-0.275%
RIVN16.8900.48%
CYD42.3200.03%
HMC24.3600.1%
TM212.860-0.32%
CVNA362.240-8.84%
PAG156.0200.89%
LAD274.8700.39%
AN198.2902.48%
GPI335.4802.75%
ABG204.0901.55%
SAH67.3701.48%


M&A

What to expect from the 2024 dealership buy-sell market — Erin Kerrigan | Kerrigan Advisors

- January 11, 2024
As the retail automotive sector has adjusted to new technologies, government policies, and consumer preferences, so too has the dealership buy-sell market. Although the pace of mergers and acquisitions activity...
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John Davis joins Driving Solutions to discuss the 2024 dealership buy-sell market and share his advice for retailers exiting the business.

The 2024 buy-sell market: should dealers wait to sell? — John Davis | Haig Partners

- January 9, 2024
The dealership buy-sell market has undergone significant changes in a short period of time, as the retail automotive sector has grappled with unprecedented innovations and transformations. As the industry enters...
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Penske acquires Don Allen Auto for $12.34 million, Feldman enters Indiana market

- January 8, 2024
Despite a slight decline from 2022's record highs, blue sky values—a key metric in dealership valuation—remain elevated, standing at 2.3 times above pre-pandemic levels. Industry experts suggest that these values...
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The 2023 Kerrigan Dealer Survey has been released, and it appears that most auto dealers are remaining optimistic about the M&A market.

New survey: dealers mostly positive about valuations, profitability in 2024

- December 21, 2023
The 2023 Kerrigan Dealer Survey has been released, and it appears that most auto dealers are remaining positive about the buy/sell and M&A market for the coming year while others...
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Asbury completes $1.2 billion acquisition of Jim Koons dealership group.

Asbury completes $1.2 billion acquisition of Jim Koons dealership group

- December 12, 2023
Asbury Automotive Group has now fully acquired Jim Koons Automotive Companies, one of the largest privately-owned dealership groups in the U.S., for $1.2 billion. The sale brings 20 dealerships representing 29...
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Significant M&A activity in October and November: auto dealerships in Charlottesville, Fresno, and Cincinnati change hands.

M&A roundup: dealerships change hands in Virginia, California, Ohio and more

- December 5, 2023
The most recent Q3 2023 Haig Report from buy/sell firm Haig Partners, highlights the robust demand for car dealerships. According to the report, 2023 is on track to become the...
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Typically, dealerships’ value is compromised of tangible assets. But, on today's episode of Inside Automotive, Alan Haig further elaborates.

The current state of the buy/sell market and dealerships valuations – Alan Haig | Haig Partners

- December 1, 2023
Typically, dealerships’ value is compromised of tangible assets such as cash, inventory, equipment, and goodwill. But, if dealers are looking to add or sell stores to their portfolio in the...
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Haig Report Q3 2023: Unveiling robust dealership market trends, historic sales, and blue sky values in a dynamic auto industry landscape.

Strong demand for dealership acquisitions despite decline in blue sky values

- November 28, 2023
The latest Haig Report for Q3 2023 from buy/sell firm Haig Partners revealed a sustained high demand for car dealerships. The report indicates that 2023 is shaping up to be...
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Sheldon Sandler joins CBT Now to discuss the crucial but often overlooked role real estate plays when attracting dealership buyers.

The role of real estate in the dealership buy-sell transaction — Sheldon Sandler | Bel Air Partners

- November 14, 2023
When it comes to selling their business, many dealers overlook a critical component of the transaction: real estate. With mergers-and-acquisitions activity still lagging behind its pre-pandemic pace, retailers will need...
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Peter Thiel and Jayson Crouch join Driving Solutions to discuss falling dealership values and what they mean for retailers.

What falling dealership values mean for the future of M&A

- November 13, 2023
Dealership values remain higher than before the pandemic but have started to decline in the latter half of 2023. This has led some to feel concerned about their retirement plans...
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