Cars.Com Inc. (CARS) — SEC Filings
Cars.Com Inc. (CARS) — 24 SEC filings. Latest: 8-K (May 7, 2026). Includes 8 8-K, 6 10-Q, 6 SC 13G/A.
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Overview
Cars.Com Inc. (CARS) is a publicly traded company tracked on ReadTheFiling. The most recent enriched filing is a 10-Q filed on Nov 6, 2025: Cars.com Inc. (CARS) reported a significant decline in net income for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2025, despite a slight increase in total revenue. For the three months ended September 30, 2025, net income decreased by 59.1% to $7.658 million from $18.719 million in the prior year
Sentiment Summary
Across 24 filings, the sentiment breakdown is: 1 bullish, 2 bearish, 21 neutral. The dominant filing sentiment for Cars.Com Inc. is neutral.
Filing Type Overview
Cars.Com Inc. (CARS) has filed 8 8-K, 6 10-Q, 2 DEF 14A, 2 10-K, 6 SC 13G/A with the SEC between Jan 2024 to May 2026.
Filings by Year
Recent SEC Filings (24)
Risk Profile
Risk Assessment: Of CARS's 17 recent filings, 1 were flagged as high-risk, 6 as medium-risk, and 10 as low-risk. The overall risk profile suggests relatively low risk with generally favorable filings.
Financial Highlights
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $181.573M |
| Net Income | $7.658M |
Key Executives
- Scott E. Forbes
- Abigail P. Johnson
Industry Context
Cars.com Inc. operates in the highly competitive online automotive marketplace, facing pressure from established players and emerging digital platforms. The industry is characterized by a shift towards digital solutions for both consumers and dealers, including wholesale auction platforms like DealerClub, which Cars.com acquired. Success hinges on adapting to evolving dealer needs and consumer preferences in a digital-first environment.
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Key Numbers
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income (Q3 2025) | $7.658M | Decreased 59.1% from $18.719M in Q3 2024 |
| Net Income (9M 2025) | $12.654M | Decreased 59.0% from $30.884M in 9M 2024 |
| Total Revenue (Q3 2025) | $181.573M | Increased 1.1% from $179.651M in Q3 2024 |
| Total Revenue (9M 2025) | $539.336M | Increased 0.1% from $538.721M in 9M 2024 |
| Dealer Revenue (Q3 2025) | $162.009M | Increased 1.6% from $159.513M in Q3 2024 |
| Dealer Revenue (9M 2025) | $479.630M | Decreased 0.3% from $481.171M in 9M 2024 |
| DealerClub Acquisition Cost | $25.3M | Total purchase consideration for the acquisition in January 2025 |
| Goodwill from DealerClub | $21.980M | Significant portion of the acquisition cost, indicating intangible value |
| Common Shares Outstanding | 59,813,268 | As of October 30, 2025, indicating share count for EPS calculations |
| Repurchases of Common Stock (9M 2025) | $64.339M | Increased from $35.686M in 9M 2024, impacting shareholder value |
| Revenue | $178.5M | Up 10.2% from $162.0M in Q2 2024 |
| Net Income | $25.3M | Up 25.9% from $20.1M in Q2 2024 |
| Revenue Growth | 10.2% | Year-over-year increase for Q2 2025 |
| Net Income Growth | 25.9% | Year-over-year increase for Q2 2025 |
| Dealer Inspire Acquisition Cost | $165M | Completed on January 31, 2025 |
Forward-Looking Statements
- {"claim":"Cars.com Inc. stock may experience increased selling pressure in the short term.","entity":"Cars.com Inc.","targetDate":"Q1 2024","confidence":"medium"}
- {"claim":"FMR LLC will maintain a significant, passive stake in Cars.com Inc. for the foreseeable future.","entity":"FMR LLC","targetDate":"2025-02-09","confidence":"high"}
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the latest SEC filings for Cars.Com Inc. (CARS)?
Cars.Com Inc. has 24 recent SEC filings from Jan 2024 to May 2026, including 8 8-K, 6 10-Q, 6 SC 13G/A. Each filing includes an AI-generated plain-English summary.
What is the overall sentiment of CARS filings?
Across 24 filings, the sentiment breakdown is: 1 bullish, 2 bearish, 21 neutral. The dominant sentiment is neutral.
Where can I find Cars.Com Inc. SEC filings explained simply?
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What are the key financial highlights for Cars.Com Inc.?
Key financial highlights from Cars.Com Inc.'s most recent 10-Q include metrics such as revenue, net income, EPS, and debt ratios. Visit the filing detail page for the full breakdown.
What is the investment thesis for CARS?
The investment thesis for CARS includes bull, base, and bear case scenarios derived from AI analysis of recent SEC filings.
Who are the key executives at Cars.Com Inc.?
Key executives identified across Cars.Com Inc.'s filings include Scott E. Forbes, Abigail P. Johnson.
What are the main risk factors for Cars.Com Inc. stock?
Of CARS's 17 assessed filings, 1 were flagged high-risk, 6 medium-risk, and 10 low-risk.
What are recent predictions and forward guidance from Cars.Com Inc.?
Recent forward-looking statements from Cars.Com Inc. include guidance on {"claim":"Cars.com Inc. stock may experience increased selling pressure in the short term.","entity":"Cars.com Inc.","ta and 1 other predictions.