Lear Corporation (LEA) — Stock Score Summary

Lear Corporation (LEA) has a MoatMap StockRank of 99/100 based on Quality (49/100), Value (66/100), and Momentum (83/100) factor scores. The current signal is STRONG BUY. Lear Corporation, a US automotive parts supplier, operates in a highly cyclical and competitive industry. Auto parts manufacturing typically does not exhibit the asset-light nature, strong pricing power, or un-copyable moats required to be a 'quality compounder' under the Terry Smith lens, making it unsuitable despite any potential, but unproven, benefits from supply chain re-globalization.

Lear Corporation is a leading global supplier of automotive seating and E-Systems (electrical distribution and electronic components) to major automakers worldwide. The company holds a significant competitive moat through its dominant market share in both segments, driven by strong relationships with OEMs and continuous innovation in product design and manufacturing efficiency. Its focus on advanced electrification and connectivity solutions positions it well for the future of mobility.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$139.80
Market Cap$7.0B
P/E (TTM)12.87
P/E (Forward)7.44
Price/Book1.30
Return on Equity12.2%
Return on Invested Capital7.9%
Debt/Equity66.81
Gross Margin7.6%
Operating Margin5.0%
Revenue Growth4.7%
Dividend Yield2.4%
Free Cash Flow$613M

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lear Corporation’s (LEA) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Lear Corporation (LEA) is 99/100, with a Strong Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (49), Value (66), and Momentum (83) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Lear Corporation have an economic moat?
Lear Corporation (LEA) has a Quality factor score of 49/100. 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 Lear Corporation a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Lear Corporation (LEA) is Strong Buy, based on a StockRank of 99/100. 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 Lear Corporation in?
Lear Corporation (LEA) operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically the Auto Parts industry (United States).