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Driven Brands Holdings Inc. (DRVN)

NEUTRAL
Consumer CyclicalAuto & Truck DealershipsUnited States

Fundamental

67

Price

$13.02

Market Cap

$2.18B

Part 1 · What the company is worth

Overview

Driven Brands Holdings Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides automotive services to retail and commercial customers in the United States and Canada. The company operates through Take 5, Franchise Brands, and Auto Glass Now segments. It offers various services, such as paint, collision, glass, repair, and oil change; maintenance services including differential fluid exchanges, coolant services and air and cabin filters; and auto glass and windshield replacement, repair, and calibration services. The company 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. In addition, it provides training services to repair and maintenance, and paint and collision shops. It sells its products and services under the ABRA, CARSTAR, MAACO, Meineke Car Care Centers, PH Vitres D'Auto, Take 5 Oil Change, Auto Glass Now, Fix Auto, and 1-800-Radiator & A/C, Uniban, and Automotive Training Institute brand names. The company was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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Balance Sheet & Liquidity

Revenue

$1.93B

Trailing 12 months (through 6/27/2026)

Net Income

$165M

Trailing 12 months (through 6/27/2026)

Free Cash Flow

$108M

Total Equity

$767M

Total Liabilities

$3.39B

Current Ratio

1.47

Interest Coverage

1.91

Debt/EBITDA

7.09

Earnings Per Share

Revenue & Net Income

Free Cash Flow

Income Breakdown

Historical statement

Margins over time

Debt over time

How heavy the debt is

Growth grid

Growth — Revenue

Fair Value Estimation

Fairly Valued

Fair Value

$14.09

Current Price

$13.02

Margin of Safety

+7.6%

Fair Value Range

$11.64 - $16.54

Estimation Methods

Analyst Target:$16.61
DCF:$14.15
PE-based:$10.38
Graham Growth:$16.12
EPV:$12.92
Analyst Consensus:Buy (11B / 6H / 0S)
Last Earnings Surprise:+7.81%

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio

13.03

ROE

18.3%

P/B Ratio

2.58

P/FCF

16.07

Gross Margin

-

ROIC

6.7%

Profitability Radar

Value Creation (Economic Moat)

ROIC

6.7%

WACC

7.0%

ROIC − WACC

-0.3 pp

ROIC is roughly in line with the cost of capital — the company is barely covering its capital cost.

Fundamental Analysis Criteria

Passed (17)

  • EPS shows upward trend
  • EPS CAGR 45.39%
  • ROIC 6.7%
  • P/FCF 16.07
  • P/B Ratio 2.58
  • Operating Margin 14.0%
  • Positive Free Cash Flow
  • Current Ratio
  • Interest Coverage
  • Return on Tangible Assets
  • ROE 22.1%
  • Revenue Growth 5Y 15.6%
  • Analyst Consensus 65% Buy
  • Earnings Surprise avg 17.1%
  • Earnings Quality (OCF/NI) 1.89
  • Net Margin Trend 8.6% vs -14.4%
  • Piotroski F-Score 6/9

Failed (8)

  • Price CAGR -17.09%
  • Debt/Equity ratio
  • CapEx intensity
  • Debt/EBITDA
  • Low reliance on intangibles
  • Price below Graham Number
  • DCF valuation (Overvalued)
  • Share Dilution 4.9%

Unavailable (3)

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  • Dividend Payout NaN%
  • PEG Ratio (need PE > 0 and growth > 0)

Piotroski F-Score

6/9

Mixed signals: some areas need attention

score
criteria

Earnings Quality

1.89

High quality: earnings backed by cash

Share Dilution

4.9%

Issuing new shares, diluting ownership

Governance

Executive Team

NameTitleAge
Mr. Daniel R. Rivera J.D.President, CEO & Director45
Mr. Michael DiamondCFO & Executive VP-
Mr. Muhammed KhalidExecutive VP & COO43
Mr. Scott L. O'MeliaExecutive VP, Chief Legal Officer & Secretary55
Ms. Rebecca FondellSVP & Chief Accounting Officer41
Ms. Karen ConradExecutive VP & Chief Information Officer-
Mr. Steve AlexanderSenior Director of Investor Relations-
Mr. Bart LaCountExecutive VP & Chief Marketing Officer-
Mr. Nick VincentExecutive VP & Chief People Officer-
Mr. Kyle L. MarshallExecutive VP & Chief Commercial Officer46

Audit Risk

10

Board Risk

9

Compensation Risk

6

Shareholder Rights Risk

7

Part 2 · The price and when to enter

This part won't tell you whether the company is worth owning: it helps you choose when to buy it, once the fundamentals have convinced you. Inside: technical analysis, potential, historical drawdowns, gamma exposure.

Latest News

Recent headlines for DRVN, sourced from Markets Gazette.

  • 6/11/2026NEUTRAL
    Driven Brands Hldgs Q1 2026 Earnings Call: Complete Transcript

    Driven Brands Holdings Inc. has released its Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript. While the transcript itself is a factual record of the call, it does not contain specific financial results, forward-looking statements, or market-moving news that would allow for a definitive signal classification. Investors would need to consult the actual earnings report or subsequent analyst commentary to ascertain the financial performance and outlook for Driven Brands. The transcript serves as a reference for discussions held during the call.

  • 5/20/2026NEGATIVE
    Driven Brands Analysts Slash Their Forecasts Following Q4 Results

    Despite Driven Brands Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:DRVN) reporting Q4 earnings that surpassed analyst expectations, a notable shift has occurred in analyst sentiment. Several analysts have revised their price targets downwards following the Q4 results. While buy ratings have largely been maintained, the reduction in price targets suggests a more cautious outlook on the company's near-term growth prospects or valuation. Investors should monitor future guidance and operational performance for signs of sustained profitability and potential upside.

  • 5/18/2026NEGATIVE
    Driven Brands Likely To Report Lower Q4 Earnings; These Most Accurate Analysts Revise Forecasts Ahead Of Earnings Call

    Driven Brands (DRVN) is poised to report a decline in its fourth-quarter earnings, with analysts projecting 24 cents per share, a notable drop from the 30 cents recorded in the same period last year. This forecast precedes the company's earnings call scheduled for May 19th. Despite the anticipated earnings dip, some analysts maintain a positive outlook, with recent ratings including 'Buy' recommendations. However, the downward revision in earnings expectations suggests potential headwinds impacting the company's profitability in the near term, which could influence investor sentiment.

  • 2/25/2026NEGATIVE
    Why Driven Brands Stock Crashed Today

    Driven Brands stock experienced a dramatic plunge today, with shares reportedly 'driving off a cliff' according to initial market reports. This sharp decline has sparked significant concern among investors, who are actively seeking to understand the underlying reasons for such a severe negative performance. While the brief news snippet does not specify the triggers, a movement of this magnitude typically indicates a strong market reaction to significant news, potentially stemming from disappointing financial results, downward revisions in future outlook, or unforeseen corporate events. Analysts are closely monitoring the situation to identify the factors that led to this drastic devaluation, which could impact market confidence in the automotive services sector.

via Markets Gazette