Group 1 Automotive's stock price plummeted 6.79% during Thursday's intraday trading session following the release of its fourth quarter financial results.

The automotive retailer reported adjusted earnings of $8.49 per share for Q4 2025, which fell short of analyst consensus estimates ranging from $9.16 to $9.41. This represents a significant decline from the $10.02 per share reported in the same period last year. While quarterly revenue of approximately $5.58 billion was roughly in line with expectations, the earnings miss and year-over-year profit decrease disappointed investors.

The company also disclosed a $68.2 million non-cash asset impairment charge that impacted net income. Despite these challenges, Group 1 Automotive announced plans for further operational optimization and cost reduction measures in the UK market during 2026.