Asbury Automotive Group’s Bold EV Move: Can It Survive the Electric Revolution?

Asbury Automotive Group (ABG) recently provided an update detailing its financial and operational performance for the third quarter of 2025, highlighting both strategic advancements and areas where challenges persist. From a financial standpoint, ABG reported record quarterly revenue of $4.8 billion and a gross profit of $803 million, resulting in a gross profit margin of 16.7%. The company’s adjusted operating margin stood at 5.5%, and adjusted earnings per share reached $7.17, with an adjusted EBITDA of $261 million. While these figures indicate robust top-line growth, they need to be carefully assessed against the broader economic and operational landscape. A significant recent development for ABG has been the acquisition of the Chambers Group, which has begun contributing positively to the company’s financials, particularly with a healthier weighting towards luxury brands. This acquisition has lifted the overall gross profit per vehicle sold, signaling a strategic alignment towards more high-margin vehicles.