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Why Copart stock is rising today

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Copart Inc. is gaining traction in the market, showcasing resilience amid broader market fluctuations.

Copart Inc. (NASDAQ:CPRT) is rising today, with shares up by 2.55% to close at CA$27.30. This upward movement comes as investors react positively to the company's recent performance and strategic initiatives.

Investor takeaway: With a solid revenue growth trajectory and a robust free cash flow margin, Copart is positioning itself favorably in the competitive landscape of online vehicle auctions.

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Copart Inc

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CPRT.US

Copart Inc

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↓ $6.28 (-18.60%)
120 day period
$26.62$30.51$34.40Apr 20Jul 16Oct 8

Market cap

$25.46B

P/E

17.7x

52W high

$45.89

52W low

$26.39

1W change

+0.70%

Beta

1.06

Analyst Price Targets

Based on 12 analysts covering CPRT · as of Oct 5, 2026

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Wall Street analysts forecast CPRT stock price to rise 41.9% over the next 12 months.

Consensus

Buy

3.75 / 5.00

Avg. Target

C$39.00

+41.9% Upside

Current Price

C$27.48

Last close

Analyst Breakdown (12 analysts)

Strong Buy 3
Buy 4
Hold 4
Sell 1
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Targets are snapshotted when they change. Unchanged figures keep their original date. Not financial advice.

Wealth Awesome Price Forecast

WA Model

Statistical 90-day price range based on CPRT's historical volatility

HistoricalForecast68%95%
C$17.67C$22.86C$28.06C$33.26C$38.45C$43.65TodayJun 2Aug 6Oct 8Nov 20Jan 3Feb 15

30-Day Vol

35.3%

Annualized

90-Day Vol

39.5%

Annualized

Trend (90d)

+3.1%

Annualized drift

90d Mean

C$27.78

Expected price

HorizonExpected68% Range (1σ)
30 trading daysC$27.58C$24.42 – C$31.16
60 trading daysC$27.68C$23.30 – C$32.89
90 trading daysC$27.78C$22.49 – C$34.31

Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.

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2.55%

Copart's stock price increase of 2.55% today outperformed the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.66%.

Bull case

Copart's annual revenue growth of 11.6% over the last five years shows its strong market position. With a free cash flow margin of 24.6%, the company is well-equipped to reinvest in its business and return value to shareholders.

Bear case

Despite today's gains, Copart's stock has dropped by 19.28% over the past month. This decline suggests potential volatility and investor caution as they await upcoming earnings reports.

Strong Performance Metrics

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Copart's recent performance has been noteworthy, with a P/E ratio of 17.29 and a market cap of approximately $24.66 billion. The company's profit margin stands at a healthy 31.81%, indicating effective cost management and profitability.

Upcoming Earnings Disclosure

Investors are keenly awaiting Copart's upcoming earnings report, where analysts expect earnings of $0.41 per share. While this forecast shows no growth from the previous year, it will be crucial in shaping market sentiment moving forward.

Strategic Acquisitions and Market Position

Copart's ongoing tender offer to acquire ACV Auctions Inc. reflects its strategy to expand market share. The extension of this offer until October 7, 2026, signals Copart's commitment to growth through strategic acquisitions.

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Published: October 8, 2026
Last Updated: October 8, 2026

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