AutoZone, Inc. (AZO) — Stock Score Summary

AutoZone, Inc. (AZO) has a MoatMap StockRank of 36/100 based on Quality (48/100), Value (40/100), and Momentum (36/100) factor scores. The current signal is HOLD. While AutoZone is a high-quality business with excellent capital allocation history, it lacks a powerful, unpriced 18-month macro tailwind from our identified themes. At current valuations, it does not offer the asymmetric risk-reward profile we seek for our concentrated book.

AutoZone, Inc. is a leading retailer and distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories, serving both the Do-It-Yourself (DIY) and commercial markets across the United States, Mexico, and Brazil. The company commands a dominant market share through its extensive store network, robust supply chain, and strong brand recognition. AutoZone benefits from the aging vehicle fleet and the non-discretionary nature of automotive repairs, positioning it as a resilient retailer in the aftermarket sector.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$3K
Market Cap$49.2B
P/E (TTM)21.19
P/E (Forward)17.58
Price/Book-18.12
Return on Invested Capital36.8%
Gross Margin51.8%
Operating Margin19.1%
Revenue Growth8.4%

AutoZone, Inc. operates in the Auto Parts industry, part of the Consumer Cyclical sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is AutoZone, Inc.’s (AZO) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for AutoZone, Inc. (AZO) is 36/100, with a Hold signal. It is a composite of Quality (48), Value (40), and Momentum (36) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does AutoZone, Inc. have an economic moat?
AutoZone, Inc. (AZO) has a Quality factor score of 48/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is AutoZone, Inc. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for AutoZone, Inc. (AZO) is Hold, based on a StockRank of 36/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is AutoZone, Inc. in?
AutoZone, Inc. (AZO) operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically the Auto Parts industry (United States).
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