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May 27, 2026 8:20 AM

AutoZone Analysts Slash Their Forecasts Following Q3 Results

AutoZone, Inc. (NYSE:AZO) on Tuesday reported stronger third-quarter revenue growth.

The automotive-parts retailer, which serves both do-it-yourself customers and professional mechanics through its stores and online platforms, reported third-quarter earnings of $38.07 per share, beating analyst estimates of $36.10. Revenue increased 8.4% year over year to $4.84 billion, ahead of Wall Street expectations of $4.83 billion.

“I want to thank our AutoZoners across the globe for delivering on our promise of “WOW” customer service and strong financial results this past quarter. Along with strong domestic sales results, we managed our expenses well and returned to an operating margin north of 19% for the quarter. We continue to execute well on our growth strategies behind strong execution. Domestically, both DIY and Commercial sales grew impressively this past quarter, while our international sales, in constant currency, continued ...