LKQ Corporation LKQ

23.29 0.29 1.26% as of 25 Sep
Market cap
$5.8B
P/E
12.9×
Growth Flags show if company had growth for consecutive years

Insider Decisions

in millions of $
Nov 25 Feb 26 May 26 Aug 26
Buy — — — — — — — — — — — —
Sell — — — — — — — — — — — —
Insider Ownership 1.38%

Capital & Financial Ratios

Market Cap 5,820.00
Revenue 13,688.00
Net Income 461.00
Free Cash Flow 625.00
Net Debt 3,632.00
Current Ratio 1.58
Debt/Equity 0.61
P/E ratio 12.94
P/S ratio 0.43
P/B ratio 0.92
Past 5Y EPS Growth 8.48%
This Y EPS Growth (10.82%)
Next Y EPS Growth 15.20%
Next 5Y EPS Growth 3.37%
in millions of $

Dividends

Payout Ratio 0.29
Annual Dividend Rate 1.10
Annual Dividend Yield 2.37%
total individual payouts
2027 Powerpack
2026 1.40
0.30
0.30
0.30
2025 1.20
0.30
0.30
0.30
0.30
2024 1.20
0.30
0.30
0.30
0.30
2023 1.13
0.28
0.28
0.28
0.30
2022 1.03
0.25
0.25
0.25
0.28
2021 0.25
0.25
2020 Powerpack
2019 Powerpack
2018 Powerpack
2017 Powerpack
predictions in italic, special payouts not included in total or ratios

Assets vs Liabilities

2023 2024 2025 Q'26
Cash 299 234 319 301
Receivables 1,165 1,113 1,204 1,399
Inventory 3,121 3,183 3,426 3,284
Other — — — —
4,868 4,906 5,248 5,351
2023 2024 2025 Q'26
Payables 1,648 1,797 2,108 1,791
ST’ Debt 596 38 32 545
Other 281 217 210 200
3,318 2,862 3,137 3,390
in millions of $

Compound Annual Growth

10y 5y 3y
Sales 6.62% 3.26% 2.18%
Cash Flow 6.92% (5.94%) (5.26%)
Earnings 3.67% (0.99%) (19.16%)
Book Value 7.73% 2.96% 6.27%

Revenue

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 3,469 3,408 — — —
’25 3,327 3,513 3,499 3,312 13,651
’24 3,703 3,711 3,453 2,956 13,823
’23 3,349 3,448 3,568 2,904 13,269
’22 3,348 3,341 3,104 3,001 12,794
’21 3,171 3,435 3,297 3,186 13,089
’20 3,001 2,626 3,048 2,954 11,629
in millions of $ · fiscal quarters ending in the months shown

Operating Cash Flow

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 (56) 111 — — —
’25 (3) 296 440 330 1,063
’24 253 213 420 235 1,121
’23 223 480 441 212 1,356
’22 409 328 273 240 1,250
’21 523 410 429 5 1,367
’20 195 718 222 309 1,444
in millions of $ · fiscal quarters ending in the months shown

Free Cash Flow

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 (96) 60 — — —
’25 (57) 243 387 274 847
’24 187 133 341 149 810
’23 153 414 344 87 998
’22 352 289 226 161 1,028
’21 489 368 388 (151) 1,094
’20 156 686 196 250 1,288
in millions of $ · fiscal quarters ending in the months shown

EPS

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 0.31 0.53 — — —
’25 0.65 0.75 0.70 0.26 2.35
’24 0.59 0.70 0.73 0.60 2.62
’23 1.01 1.05 0.78 0.66 3.49
’22 0.95 1.49 0.95 0.72 4.13
’21 0.88 1.01 0.96 0.81 3.66
’20 0.47 0.39 0.64 0.59 2.09
fiscal quarters ending in the months shown

Target Price Range

Analyst price targets

Recommendation Rating

1.7
1Buy 2 3Hold 4 5Sell
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028
23.95 27.85 23.14 22.74 13.31 34.11 42.36 41.49 35.57 28.13

Analyst estimates 2026–2028

Powerpack
Low Price
36.35 41.42 43.86 36.63 38.38 60.23 60.43 59.38 53.68 44.82
High Price
42,500 43,000 51,000 51,000 44,000 46,000 45,000 49,000 47,000 44,000
Employees
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Revenue/Emp
8,584 9,737 11,877 12,506 11,629 13,089 12,794 13,269 13,823 13,651
Revenue
39.05% 39.02% 38.52% 38.80% 39.50% 40.66% 40.82% 40.34% 38.95% 38.57%
Gross Margin
677 767 743 791 885 1,399 1,518 1,223 926 800
EBT
7.89% 7.87% 6.26% 6.33% 7.61% 10.69% 11.86% 9.22% 6.70% 5.86%
EBT Margin
464 530 483 545 640 1,092 1,150 938 693 608
Net Income
206 230 294 314 299 284 264 319 406 470
Depreciation
27.97 31.55 37.77 40.32 38.18 44.10 46.17 49.59 52.44 53.01
Revenue/Sh
1.51 1.73 1.53 1.75 2.10 3.68 4.15 3.50 2.62 2.36
Earnings/Sh
2.07 1.68 2.26 3.43 4.74 4.61 4.51 5.07 4.25 4.13
Cash Flow/Sh
(0.66) (0.55) (0.71) (0.80) (0.51) (0.92) (0.80) (1.34) (1.18) (0.84)
Capex/Sh
1.41 1.13 1.55 2.63 4.23 3.69 3.71 3.73 3.07 3.29
Free CF/Sh
11.22 13.63 15.39 16.28 18.62 19.50 19.73 23.10 22.88 25.48
Book Value/Sh
307 309 314 310 305 297 277 268 264 258
Shares
20.83 23.90 15.61 20.40 16.78 16.31 13.01 13.51 14.03 12.80
PE Ratio
1.11 1.31 0.63 0.89 0.92 1.36 1.17 0.95 0.70 0.57
PS Ratio
2.77 3.03 1.54 2.19 1.89 3.08 2.73 2.05 1.61 1.19
PB Ratio
1.47 1.63 0.96 1.17 1.14 1.56 1.35 1.25 0.99 0.81
EV/Sales
29.29 45.58 23.43 17.92 10.32 18.61 16.83 16.64 16.81 13.13
EV/FCF
635 519 711 1,064 1,444 1,367 1,250 1,356 1,121 1,063
Op' Cash Flow
(204) (170) (222) (250) (156) (273) (222) (358) (311) (216)
Capex
431 349 488 814 1,288 1,094 1,028 998 810 847
FCF
2,357 2,499 2,831 2,509 2,046 2,089 1,987 1,550 2,044 2,111
Working Cap'
3,342 3,404 4,311 4,042 2,871 2,812 2,656 4,251 4,162 3,663
Total Debt
3,114 3,124 3,979 3,519 2,559 2,538 2,378 3,952 3,928 3,344
Net Debt
3,443 4,207 4,839 5,049 5,671 5,787 5,467 6,181 6,032 6,561
Sh' Equity
6.65% 6.04% 4.63% 4.48% 5.08% 8.74% 9.32% 6.90% 4.59% 4.03%
ROA
7.28% 7.20% 6.25% 6.54% 7.49% 11.07% 12.60% 8.17% 7.18% 6.27%
ROIC
14.15% 13.95% 10.62% 10.95% 11.90% 19.04% 20.42% 16.07% 11.30% 9.64%
ROE
predictions in italic, sparklines do not include predictions

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LKQ Corporation (LKQ) key facts

  • LKQ Corporation (LKQ) is an Auto Parts company in the Consumer Cyclical sector, listed on Nasdaq.
  • LKQ Corporation’s revenue for fiscal 2025 (year ended December 2025) was $13.7 billion, down 1.24% from fiscal 2024.
  • Net income was $608.0 million, or $2.36 per share (basic), a net margin of 4.45%.
  • As of September 25, 2026, LKQ traded at $23.29, a market capitalization of $5.8 billion.
  • At that price the stock trades at 12.9× trailing-twelve-month earnings and 0.4× sales.
  • LKQ Corporation pays an annual dividend of $1.10 per share, a yield of 2.37%, with a payout ratio of 28.6%.
  • Return on equity was 9.64% and debt-to-equity 0.61.

Source: company filings (standardised) and stockrow calculations.

LKQ Corporation (LKQ) Latest News

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25 Sep

3

AutoZone (AZO) guides fiscal 2027 with domestic same-store sales flat to up low single digits, driven by about 4% growth in the average ticket rather than more shoppers. In Q4 fiscal 2026, higher prices boosted the DIY ticket roughly 5%, but DIY transactions fell, limiting DIY same-store sales to a 0.6% decline. Management expects DIY purchases to rebound as inflation eases, but timing is uncertain. The do-it-for-me/commercial side grew and accounted for 29% of sales in the quarter. AutoParts Stores generate about 95% of revenue, with trailing-12-month operating margin at 18.0% (down from 19.6% prior year). The first quarter of fiscal 2027 is expected to show flat SSS and around 5% ticket growth; if DIY traffic remains weak, margin and growth upside may be limited despite higher pricing. DIY traffic weakness could offset higher ticket gains, limiting near-term upside and margin resilience.

16 Sep

3

LKQ reported Q2 earnings results, with performance metrics positioned against peers in the consumer discretionary specialized consumer services sector. Q2 earnings data provides moderate insight into LKQ financials and sector standing without indicating major strategic shifts.

23 Aug

5

LKQ Corporation paid out $6.8 billion while incurring AI costs amounting to four times that figure. LKQ's $27.2 billion AI spend dwarfs its payout and signals a core strategic overhaul.

3 Aug

3 transcript

LKQ Corporation held its Q2 2026 earnings call, covering quarterly financial results, operational updates and forward outlook. Quarterly earnings calls supply performance data that can shift near-term sentiment without altering core strategy or competitive position.

1 Aug

4

LKQ Corporation posted weaker results and cut 2026 guidance, prompting questions over whether shares are undervalued. Weaker results and 2026 guidance cut signal material headwinds likely to affect future performance and investor sentiment.

31 Jul

4

LKQ revises guidance downward due to ERP challenges and European weakness in Q2. Downward guidance revision from ERP issues and European weakness points to significant risks for LKQ performance.

30 Jul

4 transcript

LKQ Corporation held its Q2 2026 earnings call to report financial results and provide forward-looking commentary on operations and outlook. Earnings call content supplies performance metrics and guidance that typically drive notable shifts in LKQ valuation and sentiment.

4 transcript

LKQ Corporation held its Q2 2026 earnings call, presenting financial results, operational updates and forward guidance. Quarterly earnings calls deliver core performance data and strategic signals that move valuations and sentiment.

3 transcript

LKQ Corp Q2 2026 earnings show North America returning to growth while Europe continues to face challenges. Mixed regional earnings results point to moderate effects on LKQ financial performance and market views.

3

LKQ reported Q2 earnings with key metrics compared against Wall Street estimates. Q2 earnings metric comparisons to estimates can shift investor views on financial performance.

3 transcript

LKQ Q2 earnings call highlights detail financial results, operational metrics and forward guidance for the company. Q2 earnings data and guidance can shift near-term investor views on LKQ financial trajectory.

3

LKQ missed Q2 CY2026 revenue estimates, triggering a 13.9% stock drop. Revenue shortfall produces short-term stock pressure without shifting core operations or long-term trajectory.

8 Jul

3

Challenges hurt LKQ Corporation's Q2 performance. Q2 setbacks may weigh on LKQ financial results and near-term sentiment.

8 May

3

LKQ reported lackluster earnings, but robust revenue growth, margin expansion potential, and strategic acquisitions signal stronger future performance beyond the shortfall. Lackluster earnings moderately affect short-term financial performance but positive fundamentals limit long-term impact.

5 May

3

LKQ Corporation's Q1 results reveal persistent margin pressures despite early recovery signs in North America. Ongoing margin squeezes despite North American recovery signals moderate pressure on LKQ's financial performance.

4 May

4 transcript

LKQ Corporation released the transcript of its Q1 2026 earnings call, detailing quarterly financial results, operational updates, strategic initiatives, and future outlook. Q1 2026 earnings call transcript discloses financial performance, guidance, and strategic shifts directly affecting LKQ's trajectory and investor sentiment.

4 transcript

LKQ Corporation released the transcript of its Q2 2025 earnings call, detailing quarterly financial results, operational updates, and forward-looking guidance. Q2 earnings call transcript discloses financial results, management outlook, and strategic initiatives that significantly impact investor sentiment and stock trajectory.

4 transcript

LKQ Corporation released Q3 2025 earnings call transcript detailing quarterly financial results, operational performance, strategic updates, and future outlook. Earnings call transcripts disclose quarterly financials, guidance, and strategy, significantly influencing LKQ's stock price and investor perceptions.

1 May

4

LKQ Corporation released Q1 2026 earnings call summary highlighting financial results, operational updates, and forward guidance. Q1 2026 earnings details directly influence LKQ's financial trajectory, investor sentiment, and stock performance.

30 Apr

4

LKQ Corporation's Q1 earnings call highlighted revenue growth, improved margins, strong cash flow, and optimistic full-year guidance amid robust demand in automotive parts. Q1 earnings beats and raised guidance signal significant positive momentum for LKQ's financial performance and stock trajectory.

4

LKQ Corporation beat Q1 CY2026 sales expectations. Beating quarterly sales expectations boosts financial performance and investor sentiment significantly.

4

LKQ Corporation announced financial results for the first quarter of 2026. Quarterly earnings results directly affect LKQ's financial performance, investor sentiment, and stock trajectory.

3

LKQ Corporation's Q1 earnings per share matched analyst estimates, while revenues exceeded expectations due to a stronger sales mix. Q1 earnings match with revenue beat positively influences financial performance but lacks transformative elements.

3

LKQ Corporation's Q1 earnings key metrics compared to Wall Street estimates. Q1 earnings metrics versus estimates moderately influence LKQ's financial performance and investor sentiment.

29 Apr

3

LKQ Corporation gears up for Q1 earnings release, with analysts forecasting revenue growth, EPS around $0.85, margin expansion from self-service segment, and headwinds in Europe offset by North American strength. Earnings previews shape investor sentiment and can moderately impact stock price leading into the report.

23 Apr

4

LKQ's bull case could shift following FinishMaster integration and mega-yard expansion plans. FinishMaster integration and mega-yard expansions are major strategic moves poised to significantly boost LKQ's growth and market position.

22 Apr

4 transcript

LKQ Corporation released the transcript of its Q4 2024 earnings call, detailing financial results, operational updates, and forward guidance. Q4 earnings call transcript reveals financial performance, strategic initiatives, and outlook that significantly shape LKQ's future trajectory and investor sentiment.

17 Apr

3

LKQ Corporation's Q4 earnings spark analyst debate on whether to buy, sell, or hold the stock. Q4 earnings analysis moderately influences LKQ's financial performance and investor sentiment.

5 Apr

3

LKQ valuation faces reassessment after Artisan Mid Cap Value Fund exits position amid softer growth expectations. Artisan Mid Cap Value Fund's exit and softer growth expectations signal moderately noticeable pressure on LKQ's valuation and investor sentiment.

20 Mar

4

LKQ Corporation's stock dropped 31% as earnings fell 50% year-over-year, attracting a $16 million investor bet. 50% earnings drop and 31% stock decline represent major financial setback with potential to alter trajectory.

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