Used Cars

Carvana Q2 net losses continue, but shares soar

Carvana's gross profit per vehicle rose 46 percent to hit $3,175 in the second quarter, passing a goal of $3,000 set two years ago.
Carvana's gross profit per vehicle rose 46 percent to hit $3,175 in the second quarter, passing a goal of $3,000 set two years ago. (BLOOMBERG)
August 08, 2019 05:46 PM

Online used-vehicle retailer Carvana Co. continues to report losses as it carries out a rapid expansion strategy, but revenue and retail vehicle sales soared in the second quarter. Carvana's stock price shot up after the report was released Wednesday after the market's close, and rising as much as 26 percent at one point in early trading Thursday.

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