# Auto Trader Reappoints KPMG as External Auditor from FY2027

- Link: https://www.directorstalkinterviews.com/auto-trader-reappoints-kpmg-as-external-auditor-from-fy2027/4121239401
- Published: 2026-02-12T07:34:30+00:00
- Author: Ethan Davis

**[Auto Trader Group Plc](https://www.directorstalkinterviews.com/ftse-company/auto-trader-group/auto.l)**(
LON:AUTO) has announced that, following the conclusion of a formal competitive tender
process led by the Audit Committee, the Board has approved the re-appointment of
KPMG LLP as external auditor to take effect from, and including, the financial year
ending 31 March 2027. 

In line with applicable UK legislation, the Company is required to tender the statutory
audit every 10 years and rotate every 20 years. We disclosed in our 2025 Annual 
Report & Accounts that a tender process would be conducted, given that KPMG was 
initially appointed as statutory auditor with effect from the financial year ending
31 March 2017. Further details of the audit tender process will be included in the
2026 Annual Report and Accounts. This appointment is subject to shareholder approval
at the Company’s 2026 Annual General Meeting.

The Auto Trader Board of Directors would like to thank KPMG for their continued 
service as the Company’s auditor and acknowledge the time and commitment of the 
other firms that participated in the tender process.

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