Summary
Carvana Co. (CVNA) reported significant revenue growth in the second quarter of 2019, with total net sales and operating revenues increasing by 107.5% year-over-year to $986.2 million. This growth was primarily driven by a substantial increase in used vehicle sales, up 95.4% to $855.8 million, fueled by a 94.9% rise in retail unit sales to 44,000 units. The company continued its aggressive market expansion, more than doubling its markets served to 137 from 65 year-over-year. Despite strong top-line performance, Carvana's net loss also widened significantly, from $51.3 million in Q2 2018 to $64.1 million in Q2 2019, reflecting ongoing investments in growth, increased selling, general, and administrative expenses, and higher interest expenses. The balance sheet shows a substantial increase in vehicle inventory and finance receivables, indicating continued investment in scaling the business. The company also raised significant capital through equity offerings, underscoring its need for funding to support its growth trajectory. While revenue and unit sales demonstrate strong operational momentum, the increasing net loss highlights the capital-intensive nature of Carvana's expansion strategy and the ongoing challenge of achieving profitability.
Financial Highlights
42 data pointsKey Highlights
- 1Total net sales and operating revenues surged 107.5% to $986.2 million in Q2 2019.
- 2Used vehicle sales increased 95.4% to $855.8 million, driven by a 94.9% rise in retail unit sales to 44,000.
- 3The company expanded its market presence significantly, growing from 65 markets to 137 markets year-over-year.
- 4Vehicle inventory increased substantially to $606.5 million from $412.2 million at year-end 2018.
- 5Finance receivables held for sale also saw a large increase, reaching $177.7 million, up from $105.2 million.
- 6Net loss widened from $51.3 million in Q2 2018 to $64.1 million in Q2 2019.
- 7Total assets grew to $1.47 billion from $991.0 million at year-end 2018, reflecting expansion and investment.