Executive Summary
Latest Data: Dec 2025A large-scale business, operating profitably priced at a premium.
Business Narrative
Genuine Parts Company distributes automotive replacement parts, and industrial parts and materials. It operates through Automotive Parts Group and Industrial Parts Group segments. The company distributes automotive replacement parts for hybrid and electric vehicles, trucks, SUVs, buses, motorcycles, recreational vehicles, farm vehicles, small engines, farm equipment, marine equipment, and heavy duty equipment; and accessory and supply items used by various automotive aftermarket customers, such as repair shops, service stations, fleet operators, automobile and truck dealers, leasing companies, bus and truck lines, mass merchandisers, farms, industrial concerns, and individuals.
- -Premium valuation leaves limited margin of safety
Company at a Glance
Business Performance
Key Highlights
Watch Areas
- Thin profit margins under 5%
- Free cash flow declining despite positive earnings
- Trading 284% above 5-year average valuation
- Premium valuation requires continued strong execution
Financial Health
Valuation Assessment
(+18%)
Valuation Corridor
Detailed Financials
Comprehensive financial statement data for deep analysis
| Metric | Dec 21 | Dec 22 | Dec 23 | Dec 24 | Dec 25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Equity | - | - | - | - | - |
| Return on Invested Capital | - | - | - | - | - |
| Gross Margin | 35.2% | 35.0%↓0.4% | 35.9%↑2.5% | 36.3%↑1.1% | 34.6%↓4.7% |
| Operating Margin | 6.2% | 7.3%↑18.5% | 7.6%↑3.6% | 6.1%↓18.8% | 5.0%↓18.6% |
| Net Margin | 4.8% | 5.4%↑12.4% | 5.7%↑6.5% | 3.8%↓32.5% | 0.3%↓93.0% |
| Earnings Yield | - | - | - | - | - |