LKQ:NGS-LKQ Corporation

EQUITY | Autos | Nasdaq Global Select

Last Closing

USD 28.61

Change

-0.81 (-2.75)%

Market Cap

USD 10.22B

Volume

3.69M

Analyst Target

USD 42.93
Analyst Rating

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About

LKQ Corp is a distributor of vehicle products. The Company's vehicle parts include replacement parts, components and systems used in the repair and maintenance of vehicles, as well as specialty vehicle products and accessories.

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ETFs Containing LKQ

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Market Performance

  Market Performance vs. Industry/Classification (Autos) Market Performance vs. Exchange (Nasdaq Global Select)
  Value Sector Median Percentile Rank Grade Market Median Percentile Rank Grade
YTD  
Capital Gain -29.65% 27% F 18% F
Dividend Return N/A N/A N/A N/A F
Total Return -29.65% 27% F 17% F
Trailing 12 Months  
Capital Gain -23.52% 40% F 22% F
Dividend Return N/A N/A N/A N/A F
Total Return -23.52% 37% F 22% F
Trailing 5 Years  
Capital Gain -10.43% 48% F 35% F
Dividend Return N/A N/A N/A N/A F
Total Return -10.43% 48% F 31% F
Average Annual (5 Year Horizon)  
Capital Gain 6.75% 50% F 49% F
Dividend Return 6.75% 50% F 45% F
Total Return N/A N/A N/A N/A F
Risk Return Profile  
Volatility (Standard Deviation) 13.45% 97% N/A 79% B-
Risk Adjusted Return 50.19% 77% C+ 58% F
Market Capitalization 10.22B 94% A 93% A

Key Financial Ratios

  Ratio vs. Industry/Classification (Autos) Ratio vs. Market (Nasdaq Global Select)
  Value Sector Median Percentile Rank Grade Market Median Percentile Rank Grade
Market Value  
Price / Earning Ratio 21.50 44% 35%
Price/Book Ratio 2.06 53% 49%
Price / Cash Flow Ratio 4.58 28% 22%
Price/Free Cash Flow Ratio 31.79 19% 14%
Management Effectiveness  
Return on Equity 12.82% 66% 75%
Return on Invested Capital 11.38% 53% 73%
Return on Assets 5.65% 66% 80%
Debt to Equity Ratio 82.00% 35% 32%

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Analyst Rating

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This is a composite scorecard based on the application of evaluation criteria deemed most important by analysts. This is not a buy or sell recommendation.

What to like:
Superior risk adjusted returns

This stock has performed well, on a risk adjusted basis, compared to its sector peers(for a hold period of at least 12 months) and is in the top quartile.

Low volatility

The stock’s annual returns have been stable and consistent compared to its sector peers(for a hold period of at least 12 months) and is in the top quartile. Although stability is good, also keep in mind it can limit returns.

High market capitalization

This is one of the largest entities in its sector and is among the top quartile. Such companies tend to be more stable.

Positive cash flow

The company had positive total cash flow in the most recent four quarters.

Positive free cash flow

The company had positive total free cash flow in the most recent four quarters.

Superior Revenue Growth

This stock has shown top quartile revenue growth in the previous 5 years compared to its sector.

What to not like:
Highly leveraged

The company is in the bottom half compared to its sector peers on debt to equity and is highly leveraged. However, do check the news and look at its sector and management statements. Sometimes this is high because the company is trying to grow aggressively.

Overpriced on cashflow basis

The stock is trading high compared to its peers on a price to cash flow basis. It is priced above the median for its sectors. Proceed with caution if you are considering to buy.

Overpriced compared to earnings

The stock is trading high compared to its peers on a price to earning basis and is above the sector median.

Below median dividend returns

The company’s average income yield over the past 5 years has been low compared to its peers. However, it is not a problem if you are not looking for income.

Overpriced on free cash flow basis

The stock is trading high compared to its peers on a price to free cash flow basis. It is priced above the median for its sectors. Proceed with caution if you are considering to buy.