KMX SHAREHOLDERS: CarMax, Inc. Class Action Deadline is Approaching, Investors Notified to Contact BFA Law by January 2
CarMaxCarMax(US:KMX) TMX Newsfile·2025-12-20 11:17

Core Viewpoint - A class action lawsuit has been filed against CarMax, Inc. and certain senior executives for securities fraud following a significant stock drop attributed to potential violations of federal securities laws [1][3]. Group 1: Lawsuit Details - The lawsuit is pending in the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland, titled Jason Cap v. CarMax, Inc., et al., No. 1:25-cv-03602 [3]. - Investors have until January 2, 2026, to request to lead the case [3]. - The complaint alleges violations under Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 on behalf of CarMax investors [3]. Group 2: Company Performance and Stock Impact - CarMax reported disappointing financial results for Q2 of fiscal year 2026, including a 5.4% decline in retail used unit sales, a 6.3% decline in comparable store used unit sales, and a 2.2% decline in wholesale units [6]. - The company's net income for Q2 was approximately $95.4 million, down from $132.8 million the previous year [6]. - Following the financial report, CarMax's stock price dropped $11.45 per share, or roughly 20%, from $57.05 on September 24, 2025, to $45.60 on September 25, 2025 [7]. - An unexpected departure of CEO Bill Nash on November 6, 2025, along with a weak preliminary Q3 outlook, led to an additional stock drop of over 24% [7]. Group 3: Market Context - CarMax's previous claims of strong demand were allegedly inflated due to a temporary boost from U.S. tariffs on cars, which prompted customers to purchase vehicles before the tariffs took effect [4]. - The lawsuit also investigates whether CarMax adequately assessed or reserved for its portfolio of car loans following the CEO's departure [5].