AutoZone (AZO) Stock Overview
Operates as a retailer and distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories in the United States, Mexico, and Brazil. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 1/6 |
| Future Growth | 2/6 |
| Past Performance | 2/6 |
| Financial Health | 2/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Analyst Price Targets
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$3,704.03 |
| 52 Week High | US$4,388.11 |
| 52 Week Low | US$3,210.72 |
| Beta | 0.41 |
| 1 Month Change | 9.66% |
| 3 Month Change | -0.007% |
| 1 Year Change | -0.77% |
| 3 Year Change | 39.17% |
| 5 Year Change | 148.78% |
| Change since IPO | 50,337.86% |
Recent News & Updates
AZO: DIFM Share Gains And Weather Normalization Will Support Future Returns
Analysts have made a modest downward adjustment to the consolidated price target for AutoZone, trimming it by a few dollars to around $4,205 as they balance confidence in DIFM and commercial sales initiatives with calls for clearer visibility on revenue and margin trends following weather affected recent results. Analyst Commentary Recent research on AutoZone clusters around a similar price target range but splits into two camps, with one group emphasizing execution strengths and another highlighting near term uncertainties in revenue trends and comparable sales.AZO: DIFM Share Gains And Weather Recovery Are Expected To Drive Returns
AutoZone's fair value estimate has edged down by about $21 to $4,204.74, as analysts tweak their models to reflect slightly higher discount rates and modestly adjusted growth and margin assumptions, while still highlighting cost pressures easing and profit and DIFM commercial initiatives gaining traction. Analyst Commentary Street research around AutoZone has been active, with several firms adjusting price targets in a relatively tight band and focusing on execution around commercial growth, margins, and the impact of recent weather disruptions on same store sales.AZO: DIFM Share Gains And Weather Rebound Are Expected To Drive Returns
AutoZone's analyst price targets have been adjusted within a relatively tight band around $4,200, as analysts balance confidence in commercial initiatives, DIFM share gains and easing cost pressures with calls for clearer visibility on revenue and margin trends following weather impacted results. Analyst Commentary Recent research on AutoZone clusters around a tight valuation range, with most price targets grouped between roughly $3,600 and $4,526.AZO: DIFM Momentum And Weather Recovery Are Expected To Drive Returns
AutoZone's updated fair value estimate edges up to $4,225.38 from $4,205.75. This reflects analysts' slightly higher long term profit margin and P/E assumptions, even as they weigh recent mixed same store sales trends and weather related volatility against improving DIFM momentum and easing cost pressures.Recent updates
AZO: DIFM Share Gains And Weather Normalization Will Support Future Returns
Analysts have made a modest downward adjustment to the consolidated price target for AutoZone, trimming it by a few dollars to around $4,205 as they balance confidence in DIFM and commercial sales initiatives with calls for clearer visibility on revenue and margin trends following weather affected recent results. Analyst Commentary Recent research on AutoZone clusters around a similar price target range but splits into two camps, with one group emphasizing execution strengths and another highlighting near term uncertainties in revenue trends and comparable sales.AZO: DIFM Share Gains And Weather Recovery Are Expected To Drive Returns
AutoZone's fair value estimate has edged down by about $21 to $4,204.74, as analysts tweak their models to reflect slightly higher discount rates and modestly adjusted growth and margin assumptions, while still highlighting cost pressures easing and profit and DIFM commercial initiatives gaining traction. Analyst Commentary Street research around AutoZone has been active, with several firms adjusting price targets in a relatively tight band and focusing on execution around commercial growth, margins, and the impact of recent weather disruptions on same store sales.AZO: DIFM Share Gains And Weather Rebound Are Expected To Drive Returns
AutoZone's analyst price targets have been adjusted within a relatively tight band around $4,200, as analysts balance confidence in commercial initiatives, DIFM share gains and easing cost pressures with calls for clearer visibility on revenue and margin trends following weather impacted results. Analyst Commentary Recent research on AutoZone clusters around a tight valuation range, with most price targets grouped between roughly $3,600 and $4,526.AZO: DIFM Momentum And Weather Recovery Are Expected To Drive Returns
AutoZone's updated fair value estimate edges up to $4,225.38 from $4,205.75. This reflects analysts' slightly higher long term profit margin and P/E assumptions, even as they weigh recent mixed same store sales trends and weather related volatility against improving DIFM momentum and easing cost pressures.AZO: Mixed Rating Shifts And Completed Buybacks Will Shape Future Returns
We are nudging our AutoZone fair value estimate slightly higher to $4,205.75 from $4,196.38, reflecting modest tweaks to growth and margin assumptions that align with recent analyst price target changes across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on AutoZone presents a mixed picture, with some firms lifting price targets and others trimming or downgrading, which helps frame the risk and reward trade off around our updated valuation.AZO: Mixed Rating Shifts And Ongoing Buybacks Will Shape Future Return Profile
The analyst price target on AutoZone has been trimmed by about $14 to $4,196, as analysts recalibrate their models following mixed target changes across the Street and modest adjustments to growth, margin and P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent research has highlighted a split view on AutoZone, with some firms lifting targets and others trimming them, which feeds directly into differing opinions on execution, growth potential and valuation support at current levels.AZO: Do It For Me Strength Will Support Upside After Recent Pullback
Narrative Update: AutoZone Analyst Targets Edge Lower Analysts have nudged their AutoZone fair value estimate slightly lower to about US$4,210 from roughly US$4,213, reflecting recent price target cuts from firms that remain generally constructive on the stock and its do-it-for-me business, while acknowledging adjusted expectations for growth and valuation multiples. Analyst Commentary Recent research on AutoZone shows a mix of optimism about long term execution and caution around near term valuation and demand trends.AZO: Do It For Me Strength Will Counter Recent Caution On Do It Yourself
Narrative Update Analysts have trimmed their AutoZone fair value estimate by about $118 to $4,213, reflecting slightly higher discount rate assumptions, a modestly lower profit margin outlook, and a higher future P/E input following recent price target resets and sector views from major research firms. Analyst Commentary Street research on AutoZone has turned more mixed recently, with some firms trimming price targets while others see an improved risk and reward profile after the stock's pullback.AutoZone: Recent Pullback Creates An Opportunity In A Durable Auto Parts Leader
Jan 16AZO: Do It For Me Strength Will Offset Temporary Do It Yourself Softness
Narrative Update on AutoZone Analysts have lifted their price target on AutoZone to $4,262 from $4,090, pointing to what they describe as an attractive risk/reward setup following the recent selloff and continued strength in the domestic do-it-for-me business, while expecting any pressure on do-it-yourself demand to be largely temporary. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts see the new US$4,262 price target as reflecting what they view as an attractive balance between valuation and execution risk after the recent selloff.AZO: Commercial Share Gains Will Drive Strength As Temporary Margin Pressures Recede
Analysts modestly trim their AutoZone fair value estimate to approximately $4,369 from about $4,579, reflecting slightly higher discount rate and lower margin assumptions, even as they highlight resilient same-store sales, ongoing share gains in the do it for me and commercial channels, and largely temporary margin headwinds from LIFO and growth investments. Analyst Commentary Street research remains broadly constructive on AutoZone, with most firms maintaining Buy or equivalent ratings and price targets that cluster around or above the current fair value estimate, even as several modestly trim targets to reflect near term margin pressure and a higher rate environment.AZO: Ongoing Share Gains Will Drive Strength As Margin Headwinds Ease
AutoZone’s analyst price target has edged lower by $4 to $4,579, as analysts point to persistent, though largely temporary, margin pressures following mixed quarterly results. This comes despite ongoing share gains and long-term growth initiatives.AZO: Market Share Gains Will Drive Outperformance Despite Margin Headwinds
Analysts have modestly raised AutoZone's fair value estimate to $4,583 from $4,570. They cite opportunities for market share gains, ongoing store expansion, and resilience in core demand despite near-term margin headwinds.AZO: Accelerated Store Expansion Will Drive Continued Market Share Gains
Analysts have slightly lowered their average price target on AutoZone, trimming it by less than $50 per share to reflect mixed quarterly results and temporary margin pressures. However, they are maintaining a positive outlook based on ongoing store expansion and continued market share gains.International Expansion And Technology Investments Will Strengthen Future Operations
AutoZone’s analyst price target saw a modest increase, with new estimates rising by $14 to $4,570. Analysts highlight persistent industry share gains and resilient sales momentum, despite ongoing margin pressures.International Expansion And Technology Investments Will Strengthen Future Operations
AutoZone's analyst price target increased from approximately $4,420 to $4,556 per share, as analysts cite accelerating revenue growth and market share gains, despite recent margin pressures. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research reveals a spectrum of views on AutoZone, reflecting both confidence in long-term opportunities and ongoing caution regarding near-term headwinds.International Expansion And Technology Investments Will Strengthen Future Operations
Analysts have raised AutoZone’s price target from $4,202 to $4,420, citing sustained market share gains, accelerating same-store sales, and robust demand supported by successful growth initiatives and an improved macro backdrop. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight AutoZone's continued market share gains, especially in the do-it-for-me segment, driven by successful initiatives and expansion efforts.International Expansion And Technology Investments Will Strengthen Future Operations
Analysts remain optimistic on AutoZone due to strong Q2 performance, sustained demand, and improved financial outlook despite policy risks, resulting in the consensus price target holding steady at $4,202. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts anticipate continued sales momentum driving higher top-line growth.The Trend Of High Returns At AutoZone (NYSE:AZO) Has Us Very Interested
Jul 07
Does This Valuation Of AutoZone, Inc. (NYSE:AZO) Imply Investors Are Overpaying?
May 21AutoZone: Ramping Up Store Growth
Mar 26AutoZone: A Wide-Moat Enterprise Experiencing A Slowdown In Earnings
Jan 24AutoZone: Potential Sales Re-Acceleration Bolsters Bullish Case
Jan 15AutoZone Is A Buy Breaking Out To New Highs (Technical Analysis)
Dec 16AutoZone: Stick With This Winning Compounder
Dec 10AutoZone And O'Reilly: Poised For Continued Growth And Long-Term Compounding
Nov 27AutoZone: Buy On Weakness Pattern (Technical Analysis)
Oct 03AutoZone: Likely To Remain A Long-Term Winner
Sep 25
Enhancing Market Share And Revenue Through Mega-Hubs, IT Upgrades, And International Expansion
Expanding inventory hubs and IT enhancements aim to boost revenue, market share, and efficiency in DIY and commercial sectors.AutoZone: Buybacks Increase As Sales Slow - A Conservative Approach To Challenging Times
Aug 27AutoZone Is Now One Of My Largest Positions - Here's Why
Aug 01Aging Cars, Soaring Profits: How AutoZone Is Crushing The Consumer Market
May 28AutoZone: Continuing On The Path To Success
May 16AutoZone: Solid Parts, But Valuation Needs A Tune-Up
Apr 08Shareholder Returns
| AZO | US Specialty Retail | US Market | |
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| 7D | 3.0% | -1.9% | 0.6% |
| 1Y | -0.8% | 10.6% | 28.7% |
Return vs Industry: AZO underperformed the US Specialty Retail industry which returned 8.8% over the past year.
Return vs Market: AZO underperformed the US Market which returned 27.6% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| AZO volatility | |
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| AZO Average Weekly Movement | 4.4% |
| Specialty Retail Industry Average Movement | 7.6% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.2% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.3% |
Stable Share Price: AZO has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: AZO's weekly volatility (4%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 104,000 | Phil Daniele | www.autozone.com |
AutoZone, Inc. operates as a retailer and distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories in the United States, Mexico, and Brazil. The company offers a product line for cars, sport utility vehicles, vans, and light duty trucks, including new and remanufactured automotive hard parts, maintenance items, accessories, and non-automotive products. It also provides A/C compressors, batteries and accessories, bearings, belts and hoses, calipers, chassis, clutches, CV axles, engines, fuel pumps, fuses, ignition and lighting products, mufflers, radiators, starters and alternators, thermostats, and water pumps, as well as tire repairs.
AutoZone, Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| AZO fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$58.06b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$2.45b |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$19.61b |
25.0x
P/E Ratio3.1x
P/S RatioIs AZO overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| AZO income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$19.61b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$9.44b |
| Gross Profit | US$10.17b |
| Other Expenses | US$7.73b |
| Earnings | US$2.45b |
Last Reported Earnings
Feb 14, 2026
Next Earnings Date
May 26, 2026
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 148.39 |
| Gross Margin | 51.88% |
| Net Profit Margin | 12.47% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | -306.2% |
How did AZO perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/04/30 12:18 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/04/30 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/02/14 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/08/30 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
AutoZone, Inc. is covered by 48 analysts. 25 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| null null | Argus Research Company |
| Craig Kennison | Baird |
| Justin Kleber | Baird |