La cadena de opciones muestra datos clave de las opciones de acciones de Advance Auto Parts a varios precios de ejercicio y fechas de vencimiento. Los operadores utilizan esta información para analizar posibles operaciones y evaluar el sentimiento del mercado para Advance Auto Parts..

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Advance Auto Parts

Advance Auto Parts is a leading auto parts retailer in North America with more than 5,000 store and branch locations. About 60% of the firm's sales are geared toward the professional channel, with the remaining 40% going to the do-it-yourself market. Through its vast store footprint and distribution network, Advance manages thousands of stock-keeping units conducive to various vehicle makes and models. The retailer primarily competes on the basis of inventory availability and service speed, making the operating efficiency of its hub and spoke distribution model critical to meeting customer needs.

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Truist Securities analyst Scott Ciccarelli maintains Advance Auto Parts (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAP#NYSE">AAP</a>) with a Hold and lowers the price target from $46 to $41.

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U.S. stocks were lower, with the Dow Jones index falling around 300 points on Monday.
Shares of Integra LifeSciences Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IART#NASDAQ">IART</a>) rose sharply during Monday's session after the company reported better-than-expected third-quarter financial results.
Integra Lifesciences reported quarterly earnings of 41 cents per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of 39 cents per share. The company reported quarterly sales of $380.83 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $375.78 million.
Integra LifeSciences shares jumped 24.4% to $23.96 on Monday.
Here are some other big stocks recording gains in today's session.
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<li>Neurogene Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NGNE#NASDAQ">NGNE</a>) shares jumped 43% to $66.22 after the company entered a securities purchase agreement for a PIPE investment, expected to bring in gross proceeds of $200 million.</li>
<li>Air Transport Services Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ATSG#NASDAQ">ATSG</a>) gained 26.4% to $22.01 after the company announced it will be acquired by Stonepeak for approximately $3.1 billion, with shareholders receiving $22.50 per share in cash.</li>
<li>Xiao-I Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIXI#NASDAQ">AIXI</a>) rose 24.2% to $7.14. Xiao-I entered into private placement &amp; securities purchase agreement to issue, sell convertible promissory note for $2.1 million.</li>
<li>Disc Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IRON#NASDAQ">IRON</a>) gained 22.9% to $57.93 after the company announced the end of its Phase 2 Bitopertin In Erythropoietic Protoporphyria meeting with the FDA. The company is aligned with the FDA across all proposed study parameters and has a clear development path to registration.</li>
<li>Globalstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GSAT#NASDAQ">GSAT</a>) gained 21.8% to $1.6800.</li>
<li>Canopy Growth Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CGC#NASDAQ">CGC</a>) rose 16% to $5.64.</li>
<li>The Chemours Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CC#NYSE">CC</a>) gained 14.6% to $20.42 after the company reported better-than-expected quarterly financial results.</li>
<li>Array Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARRY#NASDAQ">ARRY</a>) rose 13.5% to $7.61.</li>
<li>Evotec SE (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EVO#NYSE">EVO</a>) jumped 13.1% to $4.3850.</li>
<li>LexinFintech Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LX#NYSE">LX</a>) gained 12.8% to $3.6100.</li>
<li>Freshpet, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRPT#NASDAQ">FRPT</a>) gained 10.9% to $148.32 after the company reported better-than-expected quarterly financial results and raised its full-year adjusted EBITDA outlook.</li>
<li>Bloom Energy Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BE#NYSE">BE</a>) rose 9.4% to $10.88.</li>
<li>Yum China Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YUMC#NYSE">YUMC</a>) surged 8.1% to $48.73 after the company reported better-than-expected quarterly EPS and revenues.</li>
<li>Nextracker Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NXT#NASDAQ">NXT</a>) gained 8% to $42.75.</li>
<li>Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PTON#NASDAQ">PTON</a>) rose 7.5% to $7.80.</li>
<li>Polestar Automotive Holding UK PLC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PSNY#NASDAQ">PSNY</a>) gained 7.5% to $1.2250.</li>
<li>Chewy, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHWY#NYSE">CHWY</a>) gained 7.3% to $29.13 after it was announced that the company will join the S&amp;P MidCap 400 prior to the opening of trading on Wednesday, Nov. 6.</li>
<li>Bath &amp; Body Works, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBWI#NASDAQ">BBWI</a>) rose 7.2% to $30.99.</li>
<li>Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAP#NYSE">AAP</a>) gained 5.6% to $ 38.29</li>
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Advance Auto Parts's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAP#NYSE">AAP</a>) short percent of float has risen 4.77% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 10.57 million shares sold short, which is 23.49% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.36 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Advance Auto Parts Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730736059_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Advance Auto Parts has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Advance Auto Parts's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Advance Auto Parts's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 11.43%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
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This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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Former President Donald Trump's four years in the White House offer insights into which stocks and sectors might benefit or suffer if he secures a second term <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/2024-election">in the 2024 election.</a>
Here's a look back at the worst-performing stocks in 2017, Trump's first year in the White House.
Worst Performing 2017 Stocks: The stock markets saw <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/futures/18/01/11066769/the-stock-markets-rally-under-trump-among-the-best-ever-heres-how-his">impressive gains in 2017</a>, which were among the best ever for a president's first year in the White House.
The S&amp;P 500, tracked by the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>), gained 21.7% in 2017, an impressive gain compared to the 12.0% increase in 2016. Presidential election years have historically outperformed other years.
While many stocks in the S&amp;P 500 were up in 2017, there were also plenty of names that finished the year in the red. Here's a look back at the 10 worst-performing stocks in the S&amp;P 500 from 2017, as reported previously by Marketwatch.
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<li>Baker Hughes (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKR#NASDAQ">BKR</a>): -51%, energy</li>
<li>Range Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RRC#NYSE">RRC</a>): -50%, energy</li>
<li>Under Armour (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UA#NYSE">UA</a>)(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAA#NYSE">UAA</a>): -50%, consumer discretionary</li>
<li>Scana Corp: -46%, utilities</li>
<li>Envision Healthcare Corp: -45%, health care</li>
<li>General Electric (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>): -45%, industrials</li>
<li>Mattel Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAT#NASDAQ">MAT</a>): -44%, consumer discretionary</li>
<li>Chesapeake Energy Corp (NASDSAQ:EXE): -44%, energy</li>
<li>Advance Auto Parts (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAP#NYSE">AAP</a>): -41%, consumer discretionary</li>
<li>Signet Jewelers (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SIG#NYSE">SIG</a>): -40%, consumer discretionary</li>
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It's important to note that some of the companies have undergone some changes since this old list. 
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<li>Baker Hughes previously traded as BHGE and was merged with the oil and gas division of General Electric. </li>
<li>Scana Corp was acquired by Dominion Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/D#NYSE">D</a>) in 2019. </li>
<li>Envision Healthcare underwent Chapter 11 bankruptcy and now is two separate privately owned companies. </li>
<li>Chesapeake Energy changed its name to Expand Energy after merging with Southwestern Energy. The company also underwent bankruptcy protection in 2020, emerging successfully from the protection in 2021.</li>
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Why It's Important: The list of the top 10 worst performers in 2017 overlaps with the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/politics/24/10/41584466/these-10-stocks-were-the-best-s-p-500-performers-in-2017-when-trump-was-president-will-history-r">best performing stocks </a>that Benzinga recently shared.
Stocks in utilities, health care, industrials, and consumer discretionary appeared on both the best and worst performer lists. Top-performing stocks included technology and homebuilders, with no overlap among the worst performers.
Energy is likely a potential big loser based on the trends above if Trump wins the 2024 election. What likely happened in 2017 that could happen again is a run-up in stocks during the election year and then a potential selloff in the year after as investors take profits.
While some believe that energy stocks could be winners under Trump, past results could suggest otherwise. A president who supports more drilling and has different foreign policies could also impact the price of oil barrels and lower energy companies&#8217; profits.
With less than two weeks until the 2024 election, investors are likely positioning their portfolio based on a Trump or Kamala Harris victory in some regards. With a close election predicted, investors may want to look to sectors that could benefit under either candidate.
Freedom Capital Markets Chief Global Strategist Jay Woods previously<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs/sector-etfs/24/08/40515453/exclusive-trump-or-harris-12-stocks-2-etfs-could-win-no-matter-whos-president-says-market-strate"> shared some sectors </a>and stocks to watch with Benzinga that could benefit regardless of whether Trump or Harris wins the 2024 election.
Woods named defense stocks and cybersecurity stocks as two of the top sectors to watch ahead of the 2024 election.
"I think you've got to watch this sector closely," Woods said of the defense sector.
Woods said defense stocks could continue to benefit from geopolitical concerns and the world&#8217;s many negative events.
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Evercore ISI Group analyst Greg Melich maintains Advance Auto Parts (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAP#NYSE">AAP</a>) with a In-Line and lowers the price target from $71 to $67.

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Another billionaire investor is rooting for Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump&#8217;s victory in the Nov. 5 election and has accordingly positioned his portfolio. The call comes on the heels of former hedge fund manager Stanley Druckenmiller&#8216;s<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41375637/market-very-convinced-of-a-trump-win-says-stanley-druckenmiller-why-billionaire-inv"> similar prediction.</a>
What&#8217;s In Store In Political Arena: &#8220;We believe that the likelihood of a Republican victory in the White House has increased, which would have a positive impact on certain sectors and the market overall,&#8221; said hedge fund Third Point founder and CEO Daniel Loeb said in the firm&#8217;s third-quarter investor letter. 
The hedge fund manager said the &#8220;America First&#8221; tariffs will increase domestic manufacturing, infrastructure spending, and prices of certain materials and commodities. He also said a potential reduction in regulation in the activist antitrust stance of the Biden-Harris administration would unleash productivity and a wave of corporate activity.
&#8220;Accordingly, we have increased certain positions that could benefit from such a scenario via both stock and option purchases and continue to shift our portfolio away from companies that will not,&#8221; the hedge fund manager said. A study of Senate races will likely see Republicans establishing a majority, thus precluding a &#8220;Blue Sweep&#8221; if Kamala Harris wins the race to the White House, according to the hedge-fund manager.
He warned of a &#8220;Blue sweep&#8221; theoretically ushering in crushing taxes, stifling regulations, and a headwind to growth.
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Economic Outlook: Loeb reassured investors regarding the economy. &#8220;In the economy, we see no evidence of recession, slowing inflation, and a real interest rate that still needs to come down,&#8221; he said.
The hedge fund manager also sees healthy consumer spending, and active levels of individual investing, providing a liquidity backdrop to sustain market levels. The setup is good for event-driven investing, he said, adding that &#8220;the potential for risk arbitrage transactions and corporate activity could usher in a golden age for the strategy.&#8221;
Third Point&#8217;s Q3 Winners &amp; Losers: Third Point Offshore Fund generated a return of 3.9%, taking the annualized net returns to 13.1%. The third-quarter returns of the fund, however, paled before the S&amp;P 500&#8217;s 5.9% gain and the MSCI World Index&#8217;s 6.5% rise.
Loeb noted that the global market gains continued in the third quarter but the rally broadened out in the quarter, with the Magnificent 7 trailing the broader market for the first time since the fourth quarter of 2022. Rate-sensitive stocks and cyclicals outperformed as the market looked ahead to the easing cycle, he added.
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<li>PG&amp;E Corporation&#8217;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PCG#NYSE">PCG</a>) Pacific Gas and Electric Company&nbsp;subsidiary</li>
<li>Utility Vistra Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VST#NYSE">VST</a>)</li>
<li>KB Home (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KBH#NYSE">KBH</a>)</li>
<li>Lifesciences and diagnostics company Danaher Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DHR#NYSE">DHR</a>)</li>
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<li>Bath &amp; Body Works, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBWI#NYSE">BBWI</a>)</li>
<li>Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>)</li>
<li>Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAP#NYSE">AAP</a>)</li>
<li>Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>)</li>
<li>Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>)</li>
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Loeb also said his fund initiated a position in Danish freight forwarder DSV. &#8220;We believe DSV can earn more than 100 DKK per share in 2027 and see significant upside for one of Europe's best companies,&#8221; he said.
The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>), an exchange-traded fund that tracks the performance of the S&amp;P 500 Index, traded up 0.25% to $583.78&nbsp;in premarket trading on Friday, according to<a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174"> Benzinga Pro data.</a>
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Roth MKM analyst Scott Stember reinstates Advance Auto Parts (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAP#NYSE">AAP</a>) with a Neutral and announces $40 price target.

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Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>TD Cowen analyst Gabe Daoud upgraded the rating for SM Energy Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SM#NYSE">SM</a>) from Hold to Buy and lowered the price target from $64 to $60. SM Energy shares fell 2% to close at $44.62 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SM/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Craig-Hallum analyst Jason Kreyer upgraded TechTarget, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TTGT#NASDAQ">TTGT</a>) from Hold to Buy and boosted the price target from $34 to $36. TechTarget shares gained 4.8% to close at $25.16 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TTGT/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Mizuho analyst Anthony Crowdell upgraded Duke Energy Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DUK#NYSE">DUK</a>) from Neutral to Outperform and increased the price target from $116 to $121. Duke Energy shares gained 0.8% to close at $115.09 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DUK/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Wedbush analyst Seth Basham upgraded the rating for Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAP#NYSE">AAP</a>) from Neutral to Outperform. Advance Auto Parts shares gained 5.2% to close at $39.47 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AAP/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Evercore ISI Group analyst Vijay Kumar upgraded Bausch + Lomb Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLCO#NYSE">BLCO</a>) from In-Line to Outperform and boosted the price target from $19 to $25. Bausch &amp; Lomb shares gained 7.2% to close at $20.87 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BLCO/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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10 analysts have shared their evaluations of Advance Auto Parts (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAP#NYSE">AAP</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
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The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $50.3, a high estimate of $65.00, and a low estimate of $38.00. This current average has decreased by 16.58% from the previous average price target of $60.30. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728997262_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Advance Auto Parts. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Zachary Fadem</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Bellinger</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Bellinger</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Horvers</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Lasser</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$56.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Ciccarelli</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
<td>$63.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Greg Melich</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Max Rakhlenko</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Horvers</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Seth Basham</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Advance Auto Parts. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Advance Auto Parts compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Advance Auto Parts's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Advance Auto Parts's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AAP/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Advance Auto Parts analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Advance Auto Parts</h2>
Advance Auto Parts is a leading auto parts retailer in North America with more than 5,000 store and branch locations. About 60% of the firm's sales are geared toward the professional channel, with the remaining 40% going to the do-it-yourself market. Through its vast store footprint and distribution network, Advance manages thousands of stock-keeping units conducive to various vehicle makes and models. The retailer primarily competes on the basis of inventory availability and service speed, making the operating efficiency of its hub and spoke distribution model critical to meeting customer needs.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of Advance Auto Parts</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Falling below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a reduced size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Advance Auto Parts's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has faced challenges. As of 30 June, 2024, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -0.11%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Consumer Discretionary sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Advance Auto Parts's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 1.68%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Advance Auto Parts's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 1.73%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 0.37%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 1.52.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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In-Depth Examination Of 10 Analyst Recommendations For Advance Auto Parts

Wedbush analyst Seth Basham upgrades Advance Auto Parts (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAP#NYSE">AAP</a>) from Neutral to Outperform.

Wedbush Upgrades Advance Auto Parts to Outperform

The most oversold stocks in the consumer discretionary sector presents an opportunity to buy into undervalued companies.
The RSI is a momentum indicator, which compares a stock&#8217;s strength on days when prices go up to its strength on days when prices go down. When compared to a stock&#8217;s price action, it can give traders a better sense of how a stock may perform in the short term. An asset is typically considered oversold when the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/rsi">RSI is below 30</a>, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Here's the latest list of major oversold players in this sector, having an RSI near or below 30.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Light &amp; Wonder Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LNW#NASDAQ">LNW</a>)</h3>
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<li>On Sept. 25, Macquarie analyst Chad Beynon maintained Light &amp; Wonder with an Outperform and lowered the price target from $122 to $117. The company's stock fell around 19% over the past month and has a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LNW">52-week low of $67.71</a>.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 26.57</li>
<li>LNW Price Action: Shares of Light &amp; Wonder fell 0.2% to close at $87.74 on Wednesday.</li>
<li>Benzinga Pro's real-time newsfeed alerted to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent100324&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">latest LNW news</a>. </li>
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<figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent100324&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="903" height="845" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/03065057/image-8.png" alt="" class="wp-image-578301" style="width:651px;height:auto" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/03065057/image-8.png 903w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/03065057/image-8-300x281.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/03065057/image-8-768x719.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 903px) 100vw, 903px" /></a></figure>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Makemytrip Ltd (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMYT#NASDAQ">MMYT</a>)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</h3>
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<li>On Aug. 27, B of A Securities analyst Sachin Salgaonkar maintained MakeMyTrip with a Buy and raised the price target from $100 to $112.. The company's stock fell around 18% over the past five days. It <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MMYT">has a 52-week low</a> of $36.81.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 29.31</li>
<li>MMYT Price Action: Shares of Makemytrip fell 5.2% to close at $86.91 on Wednesday.</li>
<li>Benzinga Pro&#8217;s charting tool helped identify the trend in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent100324&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">MMYT stock</a>. </li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAP#NYSE">AAP</a>)</h3>
<ul>
<li>On Sept. 12, Mizuho analyst David Bellinger maintained Advance Auto Parts with a Neutral and lowered the price target from $45 to $38. The company's shares fell around 15% over the past month and has a 52-week <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AAP">low of $37.08</a>.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 27.47</li>
<li>AAP Price Action: Shares of Advance Auto Parts fell 1.6% to close at $37.17 on Wednesday.</li>
<li>Benzinga Pro&#8217;s signals feature notified of a potential <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent100324&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">breakout in AAP shares</a>. </li>
</ul>
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When companies announce their quarterly earnings results, they can often get sucked into the market&#39;s price action for that day, especially if other news or economic data come in to trump the importance of the quarterly release for that stock. That is the case today with shares of AutoZone Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/azo#NYSE">AZO</a>), as the company reported its latest quarterly results on a day when U.S. consumer confidence readings fell the most in three years.
This is bearish for the broader S&amp;P 500, despite whatever positive news or developments might have helped AutoZone stock&#39;s potential upside and valuation. However, investors today can take a second look inside the company&#39;s quarterly release to realize this could be a safer stock during the new business cycle than most had thought.
The trend becomes especially clear when AutoZone is compared to competitors like Advance Auto Parts Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/aap#NYSE">AAP</a>) and O&#39;Reilly Automotive Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/orly#NASDAQ">ORLY</a>). Before investors dig deeper into the factors making AutoZone stock a potentially better pick against peers, they need to understand what is happening industry-wide to help meet the demand for vehicle parts and maintenance in the coming months.
<h2>Unpacking the Trends: What&#39;s Really Happening in the Car Industry and Among Consumers?</h2>
As inflation took a significant amount of buying power out of consumers&#39; hands, credit card balances rose, bringing delinquency rates along with them. The thing is, late payments didn&#39;t stop at the credit card level; car notes were next.
According to a study, car repossessions have increased in the past 12 months by up to 23%. Considering this negative trend, investors can assume that the new car market is suffering as much (if not more). If the market is going to be focused on the used vehicle market instead, it makes sense that parts and maintenance demand may be on the rise.
The market understands this trend is going to happen, which is why they have bid up the price of AutoZone stock to 92% of its 52-week high, along with O&#39;Reilly&#39;s 96% level. This environment, however, seems to favor the large-cap automotive stocks, as Advance Auto Parts stock is down to 46% of its 52-week high, being the smallest of the group.
It could be due to the ability to scale and manage inventory more easily, making it easier to adjust for demand, but the fact remains that O&#39;Reilly and AutoZone could benefit the most from this new trend. The question now becomes which of the two makes for a better pick in the coming quarters.
<h2>Markets Favor AutoZone Following Its Strong Recent Quarter</h2>
AutoZone management realizes that the trend favoring its business could be just getting started.&nbsp;That&#39;s why investors will notice in the&nbsp;quarterly press release that up to a million shares were bought back from the open marketplace.
Stock buybacks typically mean management believes the stock is cheap enough to buy and that the coming months might carry more upside than potential risks in the instrument. But that wasn&#39;t the only hint management gave markets about the future of AutoZone&#39;s business.
Over the past 12 months, AutoZone opened as many as 117 new stores across the United States, Mexico, and Brazil. This compares to the net 96 new stores opened during the same period last year, a sign of increasing demand expectations in the coming months.
Management isn&#39;t the only one with high expectations from AutoZone, though. Even bearish traders decided to stay away from the company, as the stock&#39;s short interest declined by as much as 6.5% over the past month to show bearish capitulation.
On the other hand, short interest for O&#39;Reilly rose during the month by an aggressive&nbsp;19.5%. This makes it clear that AutoZone has the better sentiment from both management and traders. Wall Street analysts would also agree that AutoZone stock is the potential winner.
A consensus price target of $1,144 a share would only call for a 1.7% upside in O&#39;Reilly stock. Analysts at Evercore now see a valuation of up to $3,350 for AutoZone stock, calling for a much more attractive upside of 11% from where the stock trades today.
More than that, up to $8.5 billion of institutional capital made its way into AutoZone stock, with Marshfield Associates leading the way with a 0.2% boost in holdings as of August 2024. This may not seem like much on a percentage basis, but it did bring their net investment up to $500.3 million today, or nearly 1% ownership in the company.
The article &quot;<a href="https://www.marketbeat.com/stock-ideas/why-autozone-stock-could-be-your-next-top-performer/">Why AutoZone Stock Could Be Your Next Top Performer</a>&quot; first appeared on MarketBeat.

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Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAP#NYSE">AAP</a>) shares are trading lower by 5.3% to $39.20 during Monday&#8217;s session. Shares of auto supplier stocks may be under pressure following <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/09/41089577/whats-going-on-with-stellantis-stock-monday">weak guidance</a> from Stellantis, which could be causing concern for the sector.
What Happened: Shares of Advance Auto Parts fell sharply Monday, following the announcement from Stellantis NV (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLA#NYSE">STLA</a>) that the global automaker revised its fiscal 2024 guidance.
The Stellantis report, which sent shockwaves across the auto sector, also led to declines in other major automakers like General Motors Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) and Ford Motor Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>), with market concerns growing over weakened auto sales, supply chain constraints, and profitability.
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Stellantis, the parent company of brands like Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep, cut its adjusted operating margin expectations to a range of 5.5%-7.0%, down from its prior double-digit growth targets. The company also projected negative industrial free cash flow for fiscal 2024, between -€5 billion to -€10 billion, a stark contrast to previous expectations of positive cash flow. 
These financial adjustments are attributed to substantial shipment declines in North America, increased incentives on aging vehicle inventories, and overall deterioration in global market conditions, which many analysts believe could signal broader challenges for the automotive and aftermarket parts industries.
What Else: Advance Auto Parts, a leading provider of aftermarket automotive parts, is particularly sensitive to fluctuations in the broader automotive sector. While the company primarily caters to the DIY market and professional repair shops, any slowdown in new car sales and production impacts the demand for aftermarket parts. 
Stellantis' announcement of declining shipments — now expected to reduce by over 200,000 vehicles in the second half of 2024 — suggests fewer cars on the road and in need of parts over the near term. 
Additionally, the increased incentives to push older model-year vehicles could mean reduced profitability for automakers, which often translates into leaner inventory and less need for replenishment in parts.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Is AAP A Good Stock To Buy?</h2>
An investor can make a few decisions when deciding whether a stock is a good buy. In addition to valuation metrics and price action which you can find on Benzinga's quote pages &#8211; like <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AAP">Advance Auto Parts</a>&#8216;s page for example &#8211; there are factors like whether or not a company pays a dividend or buys a large portion of its stock each quarter.
These are known as capital allocation programs. Advance Auto Parts does pay a dividend, which yields 1.64% per year as of the closing price on Sep. 30, 2024. Feel free to search Benzinga's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/dividends">dividend calendar</a> for the next company that is due to pay a dividend and determine what kind of yield you can earn for holding a share of the company.
For example, if you're looking to earn an annualized return of 8.89%, you'll need to buy a share of Allspring Inc Opps by the Oct. 15, 2024. Once done, you can expect to receive a nominal payout of $0.05 on Nov. 1, 2024.
Buyback programs are obviously different and highly variable. A company can approve a buyback program and purchase shares as it sees fit over the course of time in which the buyback was authorized. Looking through the latest news on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AAP">Advance Auto Parts</a> will often yield whether or not the company has approved a buyback program recently. Buyback programs usually serve as a support for share prices, serving as a backstop for demand.
According to data from&nbsp;<a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>, AAP has a 52-week high of $88.56 and a 52-week low of $37.51.

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Advance Auto Parts's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAP#NYSE">AAP</a>) short percent of float has risen 27.09% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 9.43 million shares sold short, which is 20.97% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.54 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Advance Auto Parts Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726499723_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Advance Auto Parts has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Advance Auto Parts's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Advance Auto Parts's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 11.33%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

How Is The Market Feeling About Advance Auto Parts?

Wells Fargo analyst Zachary Fadem maintains Advance Auto Parts (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAP#NYSE">AAP</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $50 to $40.

Wells Fargo Maintains Equal-Weight on Advance Auto Parts, Lowers Price Target to $40

Throughout the last three months, 12 analysts have evaluated Advance Auto Parts (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAP#NYSE">AAP</a>), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td style="text-align: right;">12</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
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Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Advance Auto Parts, revealing an average target of $56.17, a high estimate of $73.00, and a low estimate of $38.00. Highlighting a 12.23% decrease, the current average has fallen from the previous average price target of $64.00. 
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<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Advance Auto Parts by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>David Bellinger</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>David Bellinger</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Christopher Horvers</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Lasser</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$56.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Ciccarelli</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
<td>$63.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Greg Melich</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Max Rakhlenko</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Horvers</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Seth Basham</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Greg Melich</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Greg Melich</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$73.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Greg Melich</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$73.00</td>
<td>$72.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Advance Auto Parts. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Advance Auto Parts compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for Advance Auto Parts's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Advance Auto Parts's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AAP/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Advance Auto Parts analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About Advance Auto Parts</h2>
Advance Auto Parts is a leading auto parts retailer in North America with more than 5,000 store and branch locations. About 60% of the firm's sales are geared toward the professional channel, with the remaining 40% going to the do-it-yourself market. Through its vast store footprint and distribution network, Advance manages thousands of stock-keeping units conducive to various vehicle makes and models. The retailer primarily competes on the basis of inventory availability and service speed, making the operating efficiency of its hub and spoke distribution model critical to meeting customer needs.
<h3>Advance Auto Parts's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining Advance Auto Parts's financials over 3 months reveals challenges. As of 30 June, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -0.11% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Advance Auto Parts's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 1.68%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Advance Auto Parts's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 1.73%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Advance Auto Parts's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 0.37%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Advance Auto Parts's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 1.52, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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