Why Are People Talking About Investing in AutoZone (AZO)?

By Harris Dyer • Monday, May 22 15:01 • Permanent Link

After moving -0.9% during today's afternoon session, AutoZone is now trading at a price of $2628.37 per share. On average, analysts give it a target price of $2760.48.

AutoZone, Inc. retails and distributes automotive replacement parts and accessories.

AutoZone Investors Should Consider This:

AutoZone has moved 47.0% over the last year.
The company has a price to earnings growth (PEG) ratio of 2.33. A number between 0 and 1 could mean that the market is undervaluing AutoZone's estimated growth potential

Understanding AutoZone's Operating Margins

Date Reported	Total Revenue ($ k)	Operating Expenses ($ k)	Operating Margins (%)	YoY Growth (%)
2022-08-31	16,252,230	5,201,921	20.12	-0.05
2021-08-31	14,629,585	4,773,258	20.13	5.17
2020-08-31	12,631,967	4,353,074	19.14	2.46
2019-08-31	11,863,743	4,148,864	18.68	n/a

AutoZone's operating margins have averaged 19.5% over the last 4 years, which is significantly higher than the Auto & Truck Dealerships industry average of 6.19%. The firm's margins exhibit a relatively stable growth trend of 1.9%.

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