
AutoZone (AZO) Stock Forecast & Price Target
AutoZone (AZO) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
AutoZone has demonstrated a positive financial outlook, evidenced by a 3.9% increase in average ticket size driven by same SKU inflation of 2.8% and a favorable product mix. The retailer's domestic Do-It-Yourself (DIY) segment showed resilience, with same-store sales rising by 2.2%, indicating sustained consumer demand. Additionally, the domestic Commercial/DIFM segment experienced robust growth of 6%, with a notable acceleration in quarterly sales performance reflecting a growing market presence.
Bears say
AutoZone's financial outlook has been negatively impacted by a revision of its EBIT margin estimate from 19.5% to 18.0%, attributed to increased store growth-related expenses and approximately $360 million in LIFO charges. The company's mixed performance in Q4, characterized by in-line sales but lower earnings per share (EPS), further compounds concerns about its profitability. Additionally, the FY26 EPS forecast has been lowered to $153.58 from $170.00, indicating a modest year-over-year increase of only 6.0%, which may not meet investor expectations.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of AutoZone and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
AutoZone (AZO) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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