Asbury Automotive Group reported a strong quarter with a record operating margin of 5.7% and a record low SG&A as a percentage of gross profit of 62.7%. Net income for the second quarter 2020 was $49.6 million ($2.57 per diluted share) and adjusted net income (a non-GAAP measure) of $48.7 million ($2.52 per diluted share).
New gross profit per vehicle up 33% to $1,924
Used retail gross profit per vehicle up 10% to $1,717
20% of used sales transacted online
SG&A as a percentage of gross profit decreased 530 basis points to 62.7%
Asbury entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Park Place Dealerships, which is expected to add approximately $1.7 billion in expected annualized revenues and transform their total portfolio to 49% luxury stores.
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income