AutoZone, Inc.
AZO · Consumer Cyclical
$2,965.83
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Five Below (FIVE) Q2 Earnings and Revenues Top Estimates
Five Below reported Q2 earnings of $1.68 per share, beating consensus estimates of $1.34 by 25.37%, with revenues of $1.26 billion exceeding expectations by 3.79%. The stock has gained 30.1% year-to-date and holds a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) rating. However, the broader Retail-Miscellaneous industry ranks in the bottom 15% of Zacks industries, which could impact future performance.
Are Options Traders Betting on a Big Move in AutoZone Stock?
AutoZone (AZO) is drawing attention from options traders due to high implied volatility on September 2026 $1900 calls, suggesting expectations of significant price movement. However, the company holds a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell) rating with analyst estimates slightly declining over the past 60 days, indicating fundamental weakness despite the options market activity.
Should You Avoid AutoZone Stock, Even Near a 52-Week Low?
AutoZone stock has declined 26.9% over the past year and trades near 52-week lows, but the article argues this represents a valuation reset rather than fundamental business deterioration. Despite headwinds from soft DIY foot traffic and challenging comparisons, the company posted strong 8.4% sales growth in Q3 FY2026. The commercial segment shows promise with 10.4% growth, and the MegaHub expansion strategy (156 stores, targeting ~300) positions the company for future growth. Trading at a forward P/E of 17.3 versus competitor O'Reilly's 24.7, AutoZone appears undervalued.
AutoZone to Release Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2026 Earnings September 22, 2026
AutoZone will release fourth quarter results for the period ended August 29, 2026, on September 22, 2026, before market open, followed by a one-hour conference call at 10:00 a.m. ET. The company operates 7,856 stores across the Americas as of May 26, 2026, including 6,766 in the U.S., 933 in Mexico, and 157 in Brazil.