KAR Auction Services, Inc.
Industry Group: Commercial Services
Country/Region: United States of America
Identifier: NYS:KAR
KAR Auction Services Inc offers a total package for wholesale-used car transactions, from salvage and used-car auctions to a broad range of financial and logistical support. The services comprise financing, repossessions, repairs, transportation, warranty, and inventory services. Kar has two business units in the United States and Canada: Adesa, and Automotive Finance. Adesa operates used-vehicle auctions and offers complete online services for all parties involved. Automotive Finance provides inventory financing and business services, mainly to independent used-vehicle dealers.
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Ranking
Industry Group (1st = lowest risk)
Commercial Services 161 out of 434
Universe
Global Universe 2995 out of 15360
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Industry Comparison
Company | ESG Risk Rating | Industry Rank |
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Bilfinger SE |
16.8
Low
|
133 out of 434 |
KAR Auction Services, Inc. |
18.2
Low
|
161 out of 434 |
Montrose Environmental Group, Inc. |
22
Medium
|
238 out of 434 |
GPS Participações e Empreendimentos SA |
24.7
Medium
|
312 out of 434 |
Greentown Management Holdings Co., Ltd. |
28.3
Medium
|
394 out of 434 |
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KAR Auction Services, Inc.'s Exposure is Low
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KAR Auction Services, Inc.'s Management of ESG Material Risk is Average
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