AutoZone, Inc. (AZO) Stock Analysis
Over the past 10 years, AutoZone (AZO) earnings per share (EPS) grew 14.2% a year, revenue grew 6.7% a year and free cash flow declined 10.0% a year, with an average return on invested capital (ROIC) of 31.7%. AZO stock trades at $3,089.94, a P/E of 19.8, in line with its historical average of 20.7. Analysts' average 12-month price target is $3,600.25 (+16.5%).
AutoZone, Inc. operates as a leading retailer and distributor specializing in automotive replacement parts and accessories. The company's comprehensive inventory caters to a diverse range of vehicles, including cars, sport utility vehicles, vans, and light trucks.
Exhibit A Growth Dossier
| Metric | 10yr | 5yr | 1yr | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Book Value/Share GrowthBV/S Improving, but still negative | -15.3% | -17.6% | 25.3% | F |
| EPS GrowthEPS | 14.2% | 9.8% | 4.9% | B |
| Revenue GrowthRevenue | 6.7% | 6.8% | 7.4% | C+ |
| Cash Flow GrowthCash Flow | -10.0% | -20.0% | -37.3% | F |
| ROICROIC | 31.7% | 31.8% | 24.7% | A+ |
Exhibit B Valuation Ledger
- Current EPS
- $156.11
- Historical Avg P/E
- 20.7
- Future P/E (used for sticker price)
- Projected EPS (10yr)
- Sticker Price (10yr)
- Price for 15% Annual Return
- Expected Annual Return
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Exhibit C Raw Data (last 10 years)
| Metric | Trend | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | TTM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Book Value / ShareBV/S | -$58.63 | -$49.14 | -$55.44 | -$67.22 | -$36.44 | -$78.84 | -$170.69 | -$227.71 | -$266.79 | -$197.99 | -$148.38 | -$165.24 | |
| Basic EPSEPS | $41.52 | $45.05 | $49.59 | $64.78 | $73.62 | $97.60 | $120.83 | $136.60 | $153.82 | $148.80 | $156.11 | $149.14 | |
| RevenueRevenue | $10,635,676,000 | $10,888,676,000 | $11,221,077,000 | $11,863,743,000 | $12,631,967,000 | $14,629,585,000 | $16,252,230,000 | $17,457,209,000 | $18,490,268,000 | $18,938,717,000 | $20,338,555,000 | $19,986,404,000 | |
| Free Cash FlowCash Flow | $1,088,538,000 | $1,016,780,000 | $1,558,045,000 | $1,632,463,000 | $2,262,372,000 | $2,896,776,000 | $2,538,744,000 | $2,144,131,000 | $1,931,420,000 | $1,790,080,000 | $0 | $1,633,222,000 | |
| ROIC (%)ROIC | 33.8% | 30.5% | 33.9% | 39.7% | 22.4% | 31.1% | 36.7% | 35.5% | 34.2% | 28.1% | 24.7% | — |
The exact underlying data used to compute the growth rates and grades above. The highlighted TTM column is the trailing twelve months through the most recently reported quarter.
Ticker INVESTigator Price Target
Analyst Data
Price Target
Where the stock trades today vs. the range of 12-month price targets from covering analysts.
45 firms rate it — 1 strong buy, 32 buy, 12 hold · Most recent Sep 2026
AZO Stock FAQ
What is AZO's stock price target?
The average 12-month analyst price target for AZO is $3,600.25, with a range of $3,000.00 to $4,230.00. That is +16.5% from the current price of $3,089.94.
Do analysts rate AZO a buy?
Most rate it a buy. Of 45 firms covering AutoZone, the ratings are 33 buy or strong buy, 12 hold and 0 sell or strong sell.
How fast is AutoZone growing?
Annual growth rates for AZO. EPS: 14.2% over 10 years, 9.8% over 5 years, 4.9% over 1 year. Revenue: 6.7% over 10 years, 6.8% over 5 years, 7.4% over 1 year. Free cash flow: -10.0% over 10 years, -20.0% over 5 years, -37.3% over 1 year. Book value per share: -15.3% over 10 years, -17.6% over 5 years, 25.3% over 1 year.
What is AZO's ROIC?
AutoZone's return on invested capital (ROIC) was 24.7% in fiscal 2026. Its 10-year average ROIC is 31.7%. ROIC above 10% is generally a sign of a business with a durable competitive advantage.
What is AZO's P/E ratio?
AZO's current P/E ratio is 19.8, compared with a historical average of 20.7. Trailing earnings per share are $156.11.
What is AutoZone's market cap and stock price?
AZO last traded at $3,089.94 as of October 19, 2026. Its 52-week range is $2,730.65 to $4,040.00. AutoZone has a market cap of $50.44B.
Exhibit D Related Coverage
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Data as of October 19, 2026. Findings are derived from historical fundamentals — not a forecast, not advice. Cross-examine before you invest.
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