AAP (Advance Auto Parts) GF Value Rank: 7 (As of Jun. 25, 2026) — 17% Above Median


AAP Advance Auto Parts Inc AAP
69 GF Score
Price $59.20
GF Value $52.12
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 9 Warning Signs
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What is Advance Auto Parts GF Value Rank?

Advance Auto Parts AAP +2.17% 69 GF Value Rank is 7 as of Jun. 25, 2026, which is 17% above its 10-year median of 6.00. GuruFocus rates AAP with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of $52.12 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review.

Advance Auto Parts has the GF Value Rank of 7.

GF Value Rank evaluates the exclusive GuruFocus valuation and performance of a stock, rated on a scale from 1 to 10. It is determined by the price-to-GF-Value (P/GF Value) ratio, a proprietary metric calculated based on historical multiples along with an adjustment factor based on a company's past returns and growth and future estimates of the business' performance.

GuruFocus found that for valuation, we cannot simply give stocks a better GF Value rank simply because they have a lower P/GF Value ratio. Backtesting shows that over the long term, the two worst-performing groups are the most expensive group (with the highest P/GF Value ratio) and the least expensive group (with the lowest P/GF Value ratio).

We can understand why the most expensive group underperforms. We were initially puzzled by the underperformance of the least expensive group, but we realized there is a reason why some stocks are super cheap. If they look too undervalued, it is often because the businesses behind them are poor quality. The market realized this and gave them low valuations. In a way, the market is efficient.

After multiple backtesting analyses, we granted the stocks in third-cheapest percentile the highest GF Value rank, as they have performed the best over a full market cycle. Stock performance is actually not as sensitive to valuation as it is to growth and profitability. On average, the companies in the 20%-50% valuation groups have similar performances. Therefore, we should avoid the most expensive and the least expensive stocks. We can be more tolerant of valuation.

A higher score indicates a stock with a relatively low valuation and substantial potential for outperformance. Conversely, a lower score often reflects stocks that are either highly overvalued or deeply undervalued, both of which tend to underperform.

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Advance Auto Parts GF Value Rank Related Terms

AAP vs DORM, ATMU, DAN: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Auto Parts subindustry, Advance Auto Parts's GF Value Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and GF Value Rank data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

Advance Auto Parts GF Value Rank vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Advance Auto Parts's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Advance Auto Parts's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 7 mean?
Advance Auto Parts (AAP) has a GF Value Rank of 7 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on Advance Auto Parts and its competitors. This is 17% above median its historical median of 6.00. Over the past decade, Advance Auto Parts' GF Value Rank has ranged from 2.00 to 10.00.
Is Advance Auto Parts' GF Value Rank too high?
Advance Auto Parts' current GF Value Rank of 7 is 17% above median its 10-year median of 6.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Advance Auto Parts has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Advance Auto Parts' GF Value Rank compare to DORM and ATMU?
Advance Auto Parts' GF Value Rank of 7 can be compared against companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry. Historically, Advance Auto Parts' own GF Value Rank has ranged from 2.00 to 10.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good GF Value Rank for a Vehicles & Parts company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Vehicles & Parts industry context. However, GF Value Rank should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high GF Value Rank mean?
A high GF Value Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on Advance Auto Parts and its competitors. Advance Auto Parts's current GF Value Rank is 7, which is 17% above median its own 10-year median of 6.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Advance Auto Parts stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Advance Auto Parts (AAP) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $52.12, compared to a current price of $59.20 — trading 13.6% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 7, which is 17% above median its 10-year median of 6.00. Advance Auto Parts' overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 9 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is GF Value Rank calculated?
GF Value Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Advance Auto Parts (AAP), the current GF Value Rank is 7 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Advance Auto Parts (AAP) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Advance Auto Parts stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $59.20 is trading 13.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $52.12. GuruFocus considers Advance Auto Parts to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for AAP:

  • GF Value Rank: 7 (17% above median its 10-year median of 6.00)
  • GF Value™: $52.12 vs. price of $59.20 (13.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 9 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the AAP stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Advance Auto Parts Business Description

Address 4200 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC, USA, 27609
Advance Auto Parts is a leading auto-parts retailer in North America with more than 4,000 store and branch locations. About half of the firm's sales are geared toward the professional channel, with the remaining sales in the do-it-yourself market. Through its vast store footprint and distribution network, Advance manages thousands of stock-keeping units for various vehicle makes and models. The retailer primarily competes on 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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