DRVN

Driven Brands Holdings Inc.

Fundamental data last updated:September 20, 2026

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company profile

SECTOR

Consumer Cyclical

industry

Auto - Dealerships

Exchange

NASDAQ

County of HQ

US

Next Earnings Date

Pending Announcement

Business Summary

Driven Brands Holdings Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides automotive services to retail and commercial customers in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company offers various services, such as paint, collision, glass, vehicle repair, car wash, oil change, and maintenance services. It also distributes automotive parts, including radiators, air conditioning components, and exhaust products to automotive repair shops, auto parts stores, body shops, and other auto repair outlets; windshields and glass accessories through a network of distribution centers; and consumable products, such as oil filters and wiper blades, as well as provides training services to repair and maintenance, and paint and collision shops. The company sells its products and services under the Take 5 Oil Change, IMO, CARSTAR, ABRA, Fix Auto, Maaco, Meineke, Uniban, 1-800-Radiator & A/C, PH Vitres D'Autos, Spire Supply, and Automotive Training Institute names. As of December 25, 2021, it operated 4,412 company-operated, franchised, and independently-operated stores. Driven Brands Holdings Inc. was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.

 


VALUATION

P/E

16.44

Market Cap ($M USD)

$2.34B

Forward P/E

6.83

PEG

0.05

PRICE TO SALES

1.26

PRICE TO BOOK

3.00

EV / EBITDA

16.13

5-Year Average P/E

Free Cash Flow Yield

5.04%

DCF Value

$-85.00

Graham Number

$9.58

Price to FCF

19.83

EV to FCF

41.51

Earnings Yield

6.08%

FCF Yield

5.04%

DIVIDEND

Yield

0.00%

Annual Payout

$0.00

Payout Ratio

0.00%

Consecutive Years of Dividend Growth

5-Year Dividend Growth Rate

Financial Health & Profitability

Earnings Per Share

$0.86

Next Year EPS Growth Estimate

$2.08

Next Year Revenue Growth Estimate

$2.94B

Return on Equity (ROE)

19.02%

FREE CASH FLOW

Operating Margin

12.41%

Debt-to-Equity

3.47

Piotroski F-Score

6

Altman Z-Score

0.66

Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)

6.73%

Current Ratio

0.75

Quick Ratio

0.67

Net Debt to EBITDA

8.42

Interest Coverage

1.91

Gross Profit margin

44.96%

FCF PER SHARE

$0.73

REVENUE PER SHARE

$11.47

Gainseekers Quantitative Analysis

Summary

Driven Brands Holdings Inc. presents a perplexing valuation scenario. Despite a forward P/E of 6.45 suggesting potential undervaluation, the negative DCF value and Graham Number absence indicate severe mispricing concerns. The Altman Z-score of 0.48 signals distress, while the earnings yield of -9.01% underscores profitability challenges. With a market cap over $2 billion, the stock appears risky, especially given its negative return on equity and operating margin. The market seems to be pricing in a turnaround, but the financial health remains questionable.

AI Exposure / Tech Reliance

In the auto dealership industry, Driven Brands is positioned to leverage AI for inventory management and customer service enhancements. However, its traditional business model may face challenges in rapidly integrating tech innovations. The company's resilience will depend on its ability to adapt to these shifts without compromising its core operations.

The Bull Case

For value or GARP investors, Driven Brands offers intriguing prospects. The forward PEG ratio of 0.02 suggests significant growth potential at a bargain price. A Piotroski F-Score of 5 indicates moderate financial health, while a gross profit margin of 52.12% reflects strong pricing power. Despite a low FCF yield, the potential for operational improvements could unlock capital efficiency, making it a speculative buy for those betting on a turnaround.

The Bear Case

The bear case for Driven Brands is compelling. The company's debt-to-equity ratio of 6.58 is alarmingly high, indicating a precarious capital structure. With an EV to EBITDA of 316.48, the valuation appears stretched, especially given the negative earnings and operating margins. The stock's technical position, trading significantly below its 200-day SMA, suggests market skepticism about its recovery prospects.

Market Sentiment & Smart Money

Short Interest %

Analyst Consensus

Buy

Average Analyst Price Target

$15.96

Institutional Ownership %

1-Year Beta

0.97

Insider Buying % (6 Mo)

Distance to 52-Week High

39.11%

Distance to 52-Week Low

30.94%

EARNINGS SURPRISE %

41.67%

50-DAY SMA

$12.85

200-DAY SMA

$14.74

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