LKQ Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, distributes replacement parts, components, and systems used in the repair and maintenance of vehicles in North America, Europe, and Taiwan. It operates in three segments: North America, Europe, and Specialty. The company distributes bumper covers, automotive body panels, and lights, as well as automotive glass products, such as windshields; salvage products, including mechanical and collision parts comprising engines; transmissions; door assemblies; sheet metal products, such as trunk lids, fenders, and hoods; lights and bumper assemblies; scrap metal and other materials to metals recyclers; and brake pads, discs and sensors, clutches, steering and suspension products, filters, and oil and automotive fluids, as well as electrical products, including spark plugs and batteries. It also operates self service retail operations under the LKQ Pick Your Part name. In addition, the company distributes recreational vehicle appliances and air conditioners, towing hitches, truck bed covers, vehicle protection products, cargo management products, wheels, tires, and suspension products. Further, it designs, manufactures, and markets vehicle equipment and accessories. It primarily serves collision and mechanical repair shops, and new and used car dealerships, as well as retail customers. LKQ Corporation was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Industry Motor vehicles & motor vehicle parts & supplies
Sub-IndustryDistributors
SectorAuto/Tires/Trucks
SymbolNASDAQ:LKQ
CUSIP50188920
Phone312-621-1950
Debt
Debt-to-Equity Ratio0.72
Current Ratio2.74
Quick Ratio1.11
Price-To-Earnings
Trailing P/E Ratio17.43
Forward P/E Ratio14.35
P/E Growth0.96
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$9.74 billion
Price / Sales1.04
Cash Flow$2.6106 per share
Price / Cash12.48
Book Value$13.61 per share
Price / Book2.39
Profitability
EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$1.88
Net Income$533.74 million
Net Margins5.44%
Return on Equity14.52%
Return on Assets6.61%
Miscellaneous
Employees43,000
Outstanding Shares309,710,000
LKQ (NASDAQ:LKQ) Frequently Asked Questions
What is LKQ's stock symbol?
LKQ trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "LKQ."
How were LKQ's earnings last quarter?
LKQ Co. (NASDAQ:LKQ) issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, April, 26th. The auto parts company reported $0.55 EPS for the quarter, missing the Thomson Reuters' consensus estimate of $0.59 by $0.04. The auto parts company earned $2.72 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $2.62 billion. LKQ had a return on equity of 14.52% and a net margin of 5.44%. The business's revenue was up 16.1% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period in the previous year, the firm earned $0.49 EPS. View LKQ's Earnings History.
When is LKQ's next earnings date?
What guidance has LKQ issued on next quarter's earnings?
LKQ updated its FY18 earnings guidance on Thursday, April, 26th. The company provided earnings per share guidance of $2.20-$2.30 for the period, compared to the Thomson Reuters consensus earnings per share estimate of $2.36.
What price target have analysts set for LKQ?
13 analysts have issued 12-month price targets for LKQ's shares. Their predictions range from $40.00 to $50.00. On average, they expect LKQ's share price to reach $44.2222 in the next twelve months. View Analyst Ratings for LKQ.
What are Wall Street analysts saying about LKQ stock?
Here are some recent quotes from research analysts about LKQ stock:
- 1. According to Zacks Investment Research, "LKQ Corp. has been growing its footprint through organic expansion and acquisitions. Further, the company is lowering operational costs by changing the pay for sales reps from commission basis to a more customer-centric basis. Over a month, shares of the company have outperformed the industry it belongs to. However, fluctuating prices of fuel, scrap metal and other commodities besides frequent acquisitions might lead to rising costs for LKQ Corp., thereby hampering its financials. Also, the company has lowered its guidance for full-year 2018." (6/5/2018)
- 2. Barrington Research analysts commented, "We have an OUTPERFORM investment rating on the shares with a $45 price target." (2/26/2018)
Who are some of LKQ's key competitors?
Some companies that are related to LKQ include Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCAU), Denso (DNZOY), Nissan Motor (NSANY), VOLVO AB/ADR (VLVLY), Bridgestone (BRDCY), RENAULT S A/ADR (RNLSY), Ferrari (RACE), Hyundai Motor (HYMLF), SUZUKI MTR CORP/ADR (SZKMY), GEELY AUTOMOBIL/ADR (GELYY), SUBARU CORP/ADR (FUJHY), MICHELIN COMPAG/ADR (MGDDY), Cummins (CMI), Magna International (MGA) and PEUGEOT SA/ADR (PUGOY).
Who are LKQ's key executives?
LKQ's management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. Joseph M. Holsten, Exec. Chairman (Age 66)
- Mr. Dominick P. Zarcone, Pres, CEO & Director (Age 60)
- Mr. Varun Laroyia, Exec. VP & CFO (Age 46)
- Mr. Victor M. Casini, Sr. VP, Gen. Counsel & Corp. Sec. (Age 55)
- Mr. Walter P. Hanley, Sr. VP of Devel. (Age 51)
Has LKQ been receiving favorable news coverage?
Media headlines about LKQ stock have trended somewhat negative this week, Accern Sentiment reports. The research firm scores the sentiment of press coverage by analyzing more than 20 million news and blog sources. Accern ranks coverage of publicly-traded companies on a scale of negative one to positive one, with scores nearest to one being the most favorable. LKQ earned a media sentiment score of -0.06 on Accern's scale. They also assigned media stories about the auto parts company an impact score of 46.84 out of 100, meaning that recent press coverage is somewhat unlikely to have an effect on the company's share price in the next few days.
Who are LKQ's major shareholders?
LKQ's stock is owned by a number of of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional investors include Artisan Partners Limited Partnership (8.05%), BlackRock Inc. (6.07%), Hound Partners LLC (3.37%), JPMorgan Chase & Co. (2.02%), CI Global Investments Inc. (1.32%) and Northern Trust Corp (1.11%). Company insiders that own LKQ stock include A Clinton Allen, Dominick P Zarcone, Guhan Subramanian, John S Quinn, Joseph M Holsten, Justin L Jude, Michael S Clark, Robert L Wagman, Robert M Hanser, Sukhpal S Ahluwalia, Victor M Casini and William M Iv Webster. View Institutional Ownership Trends for LKQ.
Which institutional investors are selling LKQ stock?
LKQ stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Artisan Partners Limited Partnership, Massachusetts Financial Services Co. MA, Prudential Financial Inc., Millennium Management LLC, Mawer Investment Management Ltd., New York State Common Retirement Fund, Jupiter Asset Management Ltd. and Great West Life Assurance Co. Can. Company insiders that have sold LKQ company stock in the last year include A Clinton Allen, John S Quinn, Michael S Clark, Robert M Hanser, Victor M Casini and William M Iv Webster. View Insider Buying and Selling for LKQ.
Which institutional investors are buying LKQ stock?
LKQ stock was purchased by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Point72 Asset Management L.P., Hound Partners LLC, Victory Capital Management Inc., American Century Companies Inc., Highbridge Capital Management LLC, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, Soapstone Management L.P. and Toronto Dominion Bank. Company insiders that have bought LKQ stock in the last two years include Dominick P Zarcone, Guhan Subramanian, Justin L Jude and Sukhpal S Ahluwalia. View Insider Buying and Selling for LKQ.
How do I buy shares of LKQ?
Shares of LKQ can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is LKQ's stock price today?
One share of LKQ stock can currently be purchased for approximately $32.76.
How big of a company is LKQ?
LKQ has a market capitalization of $10.17 billion and generates $9.74 billion in revenue each year. The auto parts company earns $533.74 million in net income (profit) each year or $1.88 on an earnings per share basis. LKQ employs 43,000 workers across the globe.
How can I contact LKQ?
LKQ's mailing address is 500 WEST MADISON STREET SUITE 2800, CHICAGO IL, 60661. The auto parts company can be reached via phone at 312-621-1950 or via email at [email protected]
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