Penske Automotive Group, Inc. - PAG STOCK NEWS

Haig Partners , a leading advisory firm, acted as the exclusive sell-side advisor for the sale of River States Truck and Trailer to Premier Truck Group, a subsidiary of Penske Automotive Group (NYSE:PAG). The acquisition is projected to generate $200 million in annualized revenue for Premier Truck Group, which operates 48 locations across the U.S. and Canada. River States, with five facilities in Wisconsin and Minnesota, adds 161,000 sq. ft. of space, 96 service bays, and 63 technicians to Premier Truck Group's portfolio. Joe Laux, the former CEO of River States, praised his team and Haig Partners for their roles in the successful transaction. This acquisition aims to enhance customer service and operational efficiency for Premier Truck Group.

Premier Truck Group, a division of Penske Automotive Group (NYSE: PAG), has acquired River States Truck and Trailer, expanding its operations into Wisconsin and Minnesota. This acquisition is expected to generate an additional $200 million in annual revenue. River States operates five facilities, including three full-service dealerships and two independent repair facilities, which will be integrated into Premier Truck Group’s network. The acquisition enhances Premier Truck Group's footprint to 48 locations across North America and strengthens its service offering with collision centers in Eagan, MN, and La Crosse, WI, extending their heavy truck collision network to 12 centers.

Penske Automotive Group (NYSE: PAG) announced the completion of its acquisition of Porsche Centre Brighton and Porsche Centre Doncaster in Melbourne, Australia, bringing its total number of Porsche dealerships to 24 globally. This acquisition is projected to generate an estimated $130 million in annualized revenue. Head of International Operations, Randall Seymore, expressed enthusiasm about expanding PAG's presence in Australia and strengthening their partnership with Porsche. As part of the strategic move, PAG decided to divest a Ducati dealership acquired during the transaction.

Penske Automotive Group is a global transportation services company with operations across nine countries and approximately 28,000 employees. PAG is also a significant player in commercial truck retail and owns a substantial stake in Penske Transportation Solutions, which manages a large fleet of trucks and offers various transportation and supply chain services.

Penske Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: PAG) increased its quarterly dividend by 10% to $0.96 per share. The dividend is payable on June 4, 2024, to shareholders of record as of May 20, 2024. President Robert Kurnick, Jr. cited a strong balance sheet and cash flow for the dividend boost.

Penske Automotive Group is a global transportation services company and a major player in automotive and commercial truck retail. The company operates dealerships in several countries and is a significant retailer of commercial trucks in North America.

Penske Automotive Group reported its quarterly results for the first quarter of 2024, with a 1.5% increase in revenue to $7.4 billion. Net income was $215.2 million compared to $298.3 million in the prior year. The company experienced growth in retail automotive revenue, a 40 basis point increase in gross margin, and a 30 basis point improvement in selling, general, and administrative expenses. However, profitability was impacted by lower equity earnings from PTS and higher interest expenses.

Paralyzed Veterans of America celebrates a decade-long partnership with Penske Automotive Group, receiving a $1.17 million donation in 2023. The total donations from Penske Automotive Group over the past ten years amount to nearly $10 million, benefiting paralyzed veterans nationwide. The donation was raised through Penske Automotive Group's annual Service Matters campaign, supporting veterans with spinal cord injuries and illnesses.

Penske Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: PAG) will release its first quarter 2024 financial results on April 30, 2024. The company, known for its international transportation services, will hold a conference call to discuss the results later that day.

Penske Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: PAG) plans to expand its retail automotive operations into Australia by acquiring two Porsche dealerships and a Ducati motorcycle dealership in Melbourne. The company aims to strengthen its partnership with the Porsche brand and enhance customer experience in Melbourne.

Penske Automotive Group, Inc. (PAG) reported a 4% increase in revenue to $7.3 billion for the fourth quarter of 2023. Despite a 36% decrease in income from continuing operations, the company achieved the third most profitable year in its history. The financial results were impacted by non-cash impairment charge, lower equity earnings from PTS, and higher interest expense. The company's CEO attributed the decline in income to lower supply of quality, low mileage used vehicles due to industry-wide lower sales of new vehicles. The company's retail automotive and commercial truck operations drove the fourth quarter performance, with a significant increase in service and parts gross profit. However, the company's equity earnings from PTS declined by 48%, impacting overall profitability. The full year 2023 operating highlights showed a 6% increase in revenue to $29.5 billion, but a 24% decrease in income attributable to common stockholders. The company's diversified business achieved the third best year of profitability of all-time. The company also announced a 10% increase in the quarterly dividend, completed the acquisition of Rybrook Group Limited, and reported a $215.5 million remaining available repurchase authority.