KMX INVESTORS: CarMax, Inc. Hit with Securities Class Action after Demand Issues and CEO Departure – Contact BFA Law by January 2 Court Deadline

Core Viewpoint - A class action lawsuit has been filed against CarMax, Inc. and certain senior executives for securities fraud following a significant drop in stock price due to potential violations of federal securities laws [1][2]. Group 1: Lawsuit Details - Investors have until January 2, 2026, to request to lead the case, which is pending in the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland [2]. - The lawsuit asserts claims under Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 on behalf of CarMax investors [2]. Group 2: Reasons for the Lawsuit - CarMax had previously promoted strong demand for its used cars, attributed to a seamless customer experience, but it is alleged that this demand was artificially inflated by the announcement of U.S. tariffs [3]. - The company reported disappointing financial results for Q2 FY 2026, including a 5.4% decline in retail used unit sales and a net income drop from $132.8 million to $95.4 million year-over-year [5]. Group 3: Stock Performance - Following the announcement of poor financial results on September 25, 2025, CarMax's stock price fell by $11.45, or approximately 20%, from $57.05 to $45.60 per share [6]. - The unexpected departure of CEO Bill Nash on November 6, 2025, along with a weak preliminary Q3 2025 outlook, led to an additional stock drop of over 24% [6].