AutoZone Inc. (AZO)
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Why is AZO moving today?
+2.0%AZO is +2.0% today, inside the ordinary range for a session (under 3%). No stories about it reached the feed in the last 24 hours.
What this does not prove. A story on the same day is evidence of timing, not of cause: it explains a move only if it accounts for the size and the direction, and most single-stock moves carry a sector or index component too. Nothing here is a forecast.
Source: Yahoo Finance - quote as of 10 hours ago
AutoZone Inc. (AZO) overview
AutoZone is a leading U.S. retailer of aftermarket automotive parts and accessories.
AZO is a member of the S&P 500. It sits in the Consumer Discretionary sector. That sector covers retailers, automakers and leisure companies whose sales rise and fall with consumer confidence.
AutoZone Inc. trades on the NYSE under the ticker symbol AZO. The most recent market data puts the share price at about $3,120.59. That is up 1.99% on the session. At that price the company is worth roughly $50.47B.
Over the past 52 weeks, AZO has traded between $2,730.65 and $4,040.00. Shares change hands at a trailing price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of about 20.5. The P/E ratio sets the share price against a year of earnings. A higher number means the market is paying more for each dollar the company earns.
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Source: Yahoo Finance - quote as of 10 hours ago
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Why investors watch AZO
AZO is one of the larger names in the Consumer Discretionary sector, so investors follow it closely. It tends to move with the rest of the sector. This page sums up each AZO story as it breaks, and tags it bullish, bearish or neutral.
What moves AZO
- Earnings. AZO reports results four times a year. A surprise against the estimate tends to move the stock that day.
- Analyst calls. Upgrades, downgrades and new price targets change what the market expects from AZO.
- Sector news. Consumer Discretionary stocks often move together, so a rival's news can move AZO too.
Market Mood
Latest AZO news
AutoZone (AZO) Stock Price Target Lowered to $3,700 by Raymond James
Raymond James has lowered the price target for AutoZone (AZO) to $3,700, citing a shortfall in sales. This adjustment reflects challenges in the company's recent performance and may influence investor perception of the stock. AutoZone's reported sales figures did not meet expectations, prompting the revision. This change in price target signals potential caution for investors as they evaluate future stock performance and growth prospects.
Read More: AutoZone (AZO) Stock Price Target Lowered to $3,700 by Raymond James
S&P 500 Futures Up 0.02% After AI-Driven Rally
U.S. equity futures were little changed, with S&P 500 futures increasing by 0.02% and Nasdaq-100 futures up 0.2%. The S&P 500 gained 1.5% for its best performance since August 4, and the Dow rose by 366 points, or 0.7%. Key contributors to this rally included a more than 11% surge in Meta Platforms and a 12% rise in Intel. This market movement follows a 4.5% drop in West Texas Intermediate crude futures, achieving $95.78 a barrel, and allows investors to assess upcoming earnings reports, which include AutoZone.
Read More: S&P 500 Futures Up 0.02% After AI-Driven Rally
Cummins (CMI) Q2 Sales Reach $2.3 Billion, Up 19%
Cummins (CMI) reported record Q2 Power Systems sales of $2.3 billion, representing a 19% increase, driven by sales of backup diesel generators to AI data centers. The Roundhill Heavy Assets and Low Obsolescence ETF (LOHA) focuses on companies with strong physical assets and is designed to counterbalance software and AI-heavy portfolios. The ETF consists of 100 US companies, rebalanced quarterly, with a 0.35% expense ratio. For investors, Cummins' strong performance signals potential opportunities in sectors benefiting from AI infrastructure growth.
Read More: Cummins (CMI) Q2 Sales Reach $2.3 Billion, Up 19%
AutoZone (AZO) Faces 10% Drop Despite Beating Q3 Earnings Estimates
AutoZone Inc. (AZO) experienced an over 10% decline in stock price during intraday trading, marking its worst trading day since March 2020. The company reported earnings per share of $38.07, surpassing estimates of $36.28, while revenue of $4.84 billion was in line with expectations. Concerns were raised about international growth, margin compression, and impacts from cooler weather on sales. Analysts also noted potential inflationary pressures and supply chain issues related to lubricant shortages affecting partners like Toyota and Nissan.
Read More: AutoZone (AZO) Faces 10% Drop Despite Beating Q3 Earnings Estimates
AutoZone (AZO) Q3 2026 Earnings Shows 8.4% Sales Growth
AutoZone (AZO) reported a sales growth of 8.4% in Q3 2026, marking the largest increase since Q2 of FY 23. Earnings per share (EPS) rose by 7.7%, although this figure was affected by a non-cash LIFO charge of $20 million. Excluding this charge and last year's LIFO credit of $16 million, EPS would have increased by 12.5% compared to Q3 of the previous year. The company remains optimistic about its performance as it continues to gain market share and open new stores, signaling positive momentum for the last quarter of the year.
Read More: AutoZone (AZO) Q3 2026 Earnings Shows 8.4% Sales Growth
AutoZone (AZO), United Rentals (URI) Stock Split Analysis Released
AutoZone (AZO) trades at $3,406.50 with a market cap of $56.4 billion, reporting Q2 FY26 EPS of $27.63 and revenue of $4.27 billion. W.W. Grainger (GWW) stock is priced at $1,247.79, with a market cap of $58.9 billion, exceeding Q1 FY26 EPS estimates by 14.08% and revenue of $4.74 billion. Grainger raised FY26 adjusted EPS guidance to $44.25 to $46.25 and increased its dividend by 10%. Despite recent stock splits in the market, neither company has announced or hinted at any upcoming splits, indicating an uncertain future for potential stock splits.
Read More: AutoZone (AZO), United Rentals (URI) Stock Split Analysis ReleasedMore Consumer Discretionary stocks
Frequently asked questions
Is AutoZone Inc. in the S&P 500?
Yes. AutoZone Inc. trades as AZO and is a member of the S&P 500. The index lists it in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
What sector is AZO in?
AZO sits in the Consumer Discretionary sector of the S&P 500.
Where can I find the latest AZO news?
Right here. This page collects recent AZO news and market analysis. Every story gets an AI summary and a bullish, bearish or neutral tag.
What is AutoZone Inc.'s stock price?
AZO last traded at about $3,120.59. Prices move all through the session, so this is the latest quote rather than a live one.
What is AutoZone Inc.'s market cap?
AZO is worth roughly $50.47B. Market cap is the share price times the number of shares outstanding.
What is AZO's P/E ratio?
AZO trades at a trailing P/E ratio of about 20.5. The ratio compares the share price with earnings per share over the past year.