(ATHM) Autohome - Ratings and Ratios

Exchange: NYSE • Country: China • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US05278C1071

Car, Deal Subscriptions, Online Car Mall, Ads, Finance

ATHM EPS (Earnings per Share)

EPS (Earnings per Share) of ATHM over the last years for every Quarter: "2020-03": 4.9075866380492, "2020-06": 6.8851923732154, "2020-09": 7.0579031299417, "2020-12": 9.5315748969887, "2021-03": 5.2249760514683, "2021-06": 5.9123534493202, "2021-09": 4.0410080418779, "2021-12": 2.0319051714869, "2022-03": 2.4369676637557, "2022-06": 3.3794866145906, "2022-09": 3.9676651578782, "2022-12": 5.0075802523297, "2023-03": 3.4699090671726, "2023-06": 4.2939333680155, "2023-09": 4.9069546529191, "2023-12": 3.8865047070092, "2024-03": 3.474035020039, "2024-06": 4.5406455845107, "2024-09": 3.8565788253484, "2024-12": 2.8591451400736, "2025-03": 12.923118117616, "2025-06": 14.935267931854,

ATHM Revenue

Revenue of ATHM over the last years for every Quarter: 2020-03: 1546.629, 2020-06: 2313.268, 2020-09: 2315.568, 2020-12: 2483.094, 2021-03: 1841.581, 2021-06: 1938.043, 2021-09: 1763.763, 2021-12: 1693.617, 2022-03: 1471.292, 2022-06: 1732.993, 2022-09: 1843.287, 2022-12: 1893.256, 2023-03: 1533.629, 2023-06: 1833.034, 2023-09: 1906.031, 2023-12: 1911.441, 2024-03: 1609.065, 2024-06: 1872.554, 2024-09: 1774.532, 2024-12: 1783.436, 2025-03: 1453.818, 2025-06: 1758.12,

Description: ATHM Autohome

Autohome Inc. is a leading online platform for automobile consumers in China, providing a range of services including interactive content, media services, and leads generation. The companys websites and mobile applications attract a large user base, creating a valuable platform for automakers, dealers, and other industry participants.

From a business perspective, Autohomes revenue streams are diversified across various channels, including advertising, dealer subscription services, and online transaction platforms. The companys Autohome Mall and online bidding platform for used automobiles are key drivers of growth, while its auto-financing and insurance products offer additional revenue opportunities. With a strong brand presence in China, Autohome is well-positioned to capitalize on the countrys growing automotive market.

To further analyze Autohomes performance, key performance indicators (KPIs) such as user engagement metrics (e.g., page views, unique visitors), revenue growth rate, and customer acquisition costs are essential. Additionally, metrics like average revenue per user (ARPU) and gross margin can provide insights into the companys operational efficiency and profitability. With a market capitalization of $3.33 billion and a forward P/E ratio of 16.03, Autohomes valuation appears reasonable compared to its peers in the interactive media and services industry.

From a growth perspective, Autohomes ability to expand its user base, increase advertising revenue, and develop new services will be crucial. The companys return on equity (RoE) of 7.23% suggests that it is generating returns for its shareholders, although this metric could be improved. Overall, Autohomes strong market position, diversified revenue streams, and growth opportunities make it an attractive investment opportunity in the Chinese automotive industry.

ATHM Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 3,478m
Sub-Industry Interactive Media & Services
IPO / Inception 2013-12-11

ATHM Stock Ratings

Growth Rating -27.6%
Fundamental 52.6%
Dividend Rating 50.1%
Return 12m vs S&P 500 -8.57%
Analyst Rating 3.57 of 5

ATHM Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 4.02%
Yield on Cost 5y 1.26%
Annual Growth 5y 17.44%
Payout Consistency 69.7%
Payout Ratio 55.6%

ATHM Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m 92.2%
Growth Correlation 12m -26.7%
Growth Correlation 5y -79.8%
CAGR 5y -3.57%
CAGR/Max DD 3y -0.09
CAGR/Mean DD 3y -0.15
Sharpe Ratio 12m -0.43
Alpha -12.57
Beta 0.972
Volatility 26.56%
Current Volume 180.3k
Average Volume 20d 232.5k
Stop Loss 28.5 (-3.1%)
Signal -0.61

Piotroski VR‑10 (Strict, 0-10) 4.0

Net Income (1.65b TTM) > 0 and > 6% of Revenue (6% = 406.2m TTM)
FCFTA 0.04 (>2.0%) and ΔFCFTA 4.13pp (YES ≥ +1.0pp, WARN ≥ +0.5pp)
NWC/Revenue 308.3% (prev 288.2%; Δ 20.08pp) (YES ≤20% & Δ≤-1pp; WARN ≤25% & Δ≤0 oder ≤40% & Δ≤-3pp)
CFO/TA 0.05 (>3.0%) and CFO 1.37b <= Net Income 1.65b (YES >=105%, WARN >=100%)
Net Debt (-2.88b) to EBITDA (730.8m) ratio: -3.94 <= 3.0 (WARN <= 3.5)
Current Ratio 7.77 (target 1.5–3.0; WARN 1.2–<1.5 or >3.0–5.0; CFO/TA gate active)
Outstanding Shares last Quarter (29.9m) change vs 12m ago -75.44% (target <= -2.0% for YES)
Gross Margin 75.55% (prev 80.98%; Δ -5.43pp) >=18% & Δ>=+0.5pp (WARN >=15% & Δ>=0)
Asset Turnover 22.76% (prev 23.88%; Δ -1.12pp) >=50% & Δ>=+2pp (WARN >=35% & Δ>=0)
error: Interest Coverage Ratio cannot be calculated (needs EBITDA TTM and Interest Expense TTM)

Altman Z'' 11.81

(A) 0.72 = (Total Current Assets 23.95b - Total Current Liabilities 3.08b) / Total Assets 28.93b
(B) 0.58 = Retained Earnings (Balance) 16.74b / Total Assets 28.93b
(C) 0.02 = EBIT TTM 547.4m / Avg Total Assets 29.75b
(D) 4.82 = Book Value of Equity 17.25b / Total Liabilities 3.58b
Total Rating: 11.81 = (6.56 * A) + (3.26 * B) + (6.72 * C) + (1.05 * D)

ValueRay F-Score (Strict, 0-100) 52.56

1. Piotroski 4.0pt = -1.0
2. FCF Yield 19.62% = 5.0
3. FCF Margin 18.22% = 4.55
4. Debt/Equity 0.15 = 2.49
5. Debt/Ebitda 4.89 = -2.50
6. ROIC - WACC -6.80% = -8.50
7. RoE 6.82% = 0.57
8. Rev. Trend -31.08% = -1.55
9. Rev. CAGR -1.71% = -0.28
10. EPS Trend 51.35% = 1.28
11. EPS CAGR 61.93% = 2.50

What is the price of ATHM shares?

As of September 15, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 29.42 with a total of 180,326 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by +2.98%, over one month by +1.98%, over three months by +13.55% and over the past year by +8.12%.

Is Autohome a good stock to buy?

Neither. Based on ValueRay´s Fundamental Analyses, Autohome is currently (September 2025) neither a good nor a bad stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 52.56 and therefor a neutral outlook according to the companies health.
Based on momentum, paid dividends and discounted-cash-flow analyses, the fair value of ATHM is around 28.75 USD . This means that ATHM is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of -2.28%.

Is ATHM a buy, sell or hold?

Autohome has received a consensus analysts rating of 3.57. Therefor, it is recommend to hold ATHM.
  • Strong Buy: 3
  • Buy: 2
  • Hold: 9
  • Sell: 0
  • Strong Sell: 0

What are the forecasts/targets for the ATHM price?

Issuer Target Up/Down from current
Wallstreet Target Price 28.9 -1.9%
Analysts Target Price 28.9 -1.9%
ValueRay Target Price 32.2 9.4%

Last update: 2025-09-11 04:32

ATHM Fundamental Data Overview

Market Cap CNY = 24.76b (3.48b USD * 7.1207 USD.CNY)
CCE Cash And Equivalents = 22.05b CNY (Cash And Short Term Investments, last quarter)
P/E Trailing = 17.1696
P/E Forward = 13.9082
P/S = 0.5137
P/B = 1.0291
P/EG = 1.8968
Beta = -0.004
Revenue TTM = 6.77b CNY
EBIT TTM = 547.4m CNY
EBITDA TTM = 730.8m CNY
Long Term Debt = 495.7m CNY (from nonCurrentLiabilitiesTotal, last quarter)
Short Term Debt = 3.08b CNY (from totalCurrentLiabilities, last quarter)
Debt = 3.58b CNY (Calculated: Short Term 3.08b + Long Term 495.7m)
Net Debt = -2.88b CNY (from netDebt column, last quarter)
Enterprise Value = 6.29b CNY (24.76b + Debt 3.58b - CCE 22.05b)
Interest Coverage Ratio = unknown (Ebit TTM 547.4m / Interest Expense TTM 0.0)
FCF Yield = 19.62% (FCF TTM 1.23b / Enterprise Value 6.29b)
FCF Margin = 18.22% (FCF TTM 1.23b / Revenue TTM 6.77b)
Net Margin = 24.38% (Net Income TTM 1.65b / Revenue TTM 6.77b)
Gross Margin = 75.55% ((Revenue TTM 6.77b - Cost of Revenue TTM 1.66b) / Revenue TTM)
Tobins Q-Ratio = 0.36 (Enterprise Value 6.29b / Book Value Of Equity 17.25b)
Interest Expense / Debt = 4.81% (Interest Expense 172.1m / Debt 3.58b)
Taxrate = 3.73% (63.0m / 1.69b)
NOPAT = 527.0m (EBIT 547.4m * (1 - 3.73%))
Current Ratio = 7.77 (Total Current Assets 23.95b / Total Current Liabilities 3.08b)
Debt / Equity = 0.15 (Debt 3.58b / last Quarter total Stockholder Equity 24.10b)
Debt / EBITDA = 4.89 (Net Debt -2.88b / EBITDA 730.8m)
Debt / FCF = 2.90 (Debt 3.58b / FCF TTM 1.23b)
Total Stockholder Equity = 24.21b (last 4 quarters mean)
RoA = 5.71% (Net Income 1.65b, Total Assets 28.93b )
RoE = 6.82% (Net Income TTM 1.65b / Total Stockholder Equity 24.21b)
RoCE = 2.22% (Ebit 547.4m / (Equity 24.21b + L.T.Debt 495.7m))
RoIC = 2.18% (NOPAT 527.0m / Invested Capital 24.21b)
WACC = 8.97% (E(24.76b)/V(28.34b) * Re(9.60%)) + (D(3.58b)/V(28.34b) * Rd(4.81%) * (1-Tc(0.04)))
Shares Correlation 3-Years: -68.70 | Cagr: -12.19%
Discount Rate = 9.60% (= CAPM, Blume Beta Adj.)
[DCF Debug] Terminal Value 76.55% ; FCFE base≈755.5m ; Y1≈932.1m ; Y5≈1.59b
Fair Price DCF = 173.1 (DCF Value 20.50b / Shares Outstanding 118.4m; 5y FCF grow 25.0% → 3.0% )
Revenue Correlation: -31.08 | Revenue CAGR: -1.71%
Rev Growth-of-Growth: -7.98
EPS Correlation: 51.35 | EPS CAGR: 61.93%
EPS Growth-of-Growth: 56.19

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