LKQ Corporation is a leading provider of alternative and specialty parts to repair and accessorize vehicles. The company operates in the automotive aftermarket industry, offering a range of products including recycled original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts, aftermarket parts, and remanufactured parts. LKQ serves a diverse customer base, including body shops, repair shops, and individual consumers, focusing on sustainability by promoting the reuse of vehicle components. Through its extensive network of facilities and commitment to quality, LKQ aims to provide cost-effective solutions that help extend the life of vehicles while contributing to environmental conservation. Read More
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Let's delve into the developments on the US markets one hour before the close of the markets on Wednesday. Below, you'll find the top gainers and losers within the S&P500 index during today's session.
Shares of automotive parts company LKQ (NASDAQ:LKQ)
jumped 4.8% in the afternoon session after Stephens & Co. initiated coverage on the stock with an Overweight rating and a price target of $39.00. This was the first time the investment firm covered LKQ. An "Overweight" rating generally means the analyst believes the stock will perform better than the overall market. The positive outlook appeared to spark investor interest. This was reflected in the options market, where traders acquired a significantly higher number of call options, which are bets that a stock's price will increase. The volume of these bullish bets jumped by 176% compared to the typical daily average.
As the Q3 earnings season comes to a close, it’s time to take stock of this quarter’s best and worst performers in the specialized consumer services industry, including LKQ (NASDAQ:LKQ) and its peers.
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LKQ’s third quarter results were met with a positive market response, as the company delivered non-GAAP earnings per share above Wall Street expectations despite slightly missing on revenue. Management attributed the quarter’s performance to ongoing cost reduction efforts, progress on portfolio simplification, and gains from operational discipline across its North American and European businesses. CEO Justin Jude acknowledged challenging macroeconomic conditions, particularly reduced consumer spending and lower demand for vehicle repairs, but highlighted that LKQ’s teams “remained focused on controlling the things that we can control.” The divestiture of the Self Service segment and continued execution on lean initiatives contributed to margin stability and strong free cash flow.
Automotive parts company LKQ (NASDAQ:LKQ) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025 as sales only rose 1.3% year on year to $3.50 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.84 per share was 11% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Shares of automotive parts company LKQ (NASDAQ:LKQ)
jumped 6.2% in the morning session after it reported third-quarter profits that significantly beat Wall Street's expectations, overshadowing a slight revenue miss and a cut to its full-year guidance.
Automotive parts company LKQ (NASDAQ:LKQ) fell short of the markets revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales falling 2.4% year on year to $3.50 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.84 per share was 11% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
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