- Genuine Parts Co (GPC, Financial) exceeded earnings expectations with strong first-quarter results.
- Analyst price targets suggest a potential upside of over 16% from current levels.
- GuruFocus estimates indicate a significant undervaluation, forecasting nearly 49% upside.
Genuine Parts Co (GPC) delivers robust financial performance, reporting a first-quarter Non-GAAP EPS of $1.75, which surpassed analyst expectations by $0.07.
Revenue for the quarter climbed 1.7% compared to the previous year, reaching $5.9 billion. This figure exceeded forecasts by $70 million.
Looking ahead, the company reaffirmed its 2025 outlook, projecting revenue growth between 2% and 4%, with an adjusted diluted EPS anticipated to range from $7.75 to $8.25.
Wall Street Analysts' Insights
Based on data from nine analysts, the average one-year price target for Genuine Parts Co (GPC, Financial) stands at $129.94. The high estimate reaches $155.00, while the low is $114.00. This average target price suggests a potential upside of 16.20% from the current price of $111.82. Investors seeking more detailed estimates can visit the Genuine Parts Co (GPC) Forecast page.
Brokerage Recommendations
The consensus recommendation from 14 brokerage firms for Genuine Parts Co (GPC, Financial) holds an average rating of 2.6. This indicates a "Hold" status on the rating scale that ranges from 1, representing a Strong Buy, to 5, indicating a Sell.
GuruFocus Valuation Analysis
According to estimates from GuruFocus, the GF Value of Genuine Parts Co (GPC, Financial) in one year is projected to be $166.53. This projection represents an upside potential of 48.93% from the current trading price of $111.82.
The GF Value is GuruFocus' estimation of the stock's fair trading value, derived from historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance estimates. For further analysis, visit the Genuine Parts Co (GPC, Financial) Summary page.