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Carvana Q1 2026 earnings summary

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Q1 2026 earnings summary29 Apr, 2026

Executive summary

  • Achieved record Q1 2026 results with 187,393 retail units sold, up 40% year-over-year, and total revenue of $6.43B, marking the sixth consecutive quarter of 40% or greater retail unit growth.

  • Adjusted EBITDA reached $672M (10.4% margin), up from $488M in Q1 2025 and $511M in Q4 2025, representing industry-leading profitability.

  • Net income for Q1 2026 was $405M (6.3% margin), up from $373M in Q1 2025, though impacted by a $42M warrant-related loss.

  • Maintained operational focus on scaling, resilience, and rapid response to challenges, with improvements in reconditioning and technology adoption.

  • On track to achieve long-term goals of 3 million cars sold annually and 13.5% adjusted EBITDA margin by 2030-2035.

Financial highlights

  • Q1 2026 revenue was $6.43B, up 52% year-over-year, with retail vehicle sales at $4.83B and wholesale sales at $1.08B.

  • Gross profit grew to $1.27B, with total gross profit per retail unit at $6,783.

  • Adjusted EBITDA was $672M (10.4% margin), and net income margin was 6.3%, both down from prior year but at record levels.

  • SG&A expense per retail unit sold decreased to $3,682 (GAAP) and $3,325 (Non-GAAP), reflecting improved leverage.

  • Cash and cash equivalents stood at $2.41B as of March 31, 2026.

Outlook and guidance

  • Management expects sequential increases in retail units sold and Adjusted EBITDA in Q2 2026, with potential for new company records.

  • Full-year 2026 guidance anticipates significant growth in both retail units sold and Adjusted EBITDA.

  • Retail GPU expected to increase sequentially in Q2 but decrease year-over-year due to prior tariff benefits and narrower wholesale-retail spreads.

  • Liquidity resources of $6.91B are expected to fund operations and growth for at least the next 12 months.

  • Wholesale GPU will be reported on a consolidated basis going forward, reflecting integration of wholesale vehicle and marketplace operations.

Impact of the Iran conflict on the 2026 outlook
Drivers of revenue growth outpacing unit growth
Sustainability of 10.4% Adjusted EBITDA margin
Detail the SEC subpoena on short-seller claims
Explain the Root warrant fair value volatility
Super senior debt capacity under indentures
Wholesale-retail spread normalization timeline
Impact of centralized planning on IRC efficiency
Strategic role of ADESA Clear in wholesale GPU
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