Comparing Analysts’ Views on Auto Parts Sellers in October

According to data compiled by Reuters on October 11, about 50.0%, 65.0%, and 54.0% of analysts gave “buy” recommendations on AutoZone (AZO), O’Reilly Automotive (ORLY), and Advance Auto Parts (AAP), respectively. Another 46.0%, 35.0%, and 46.0% of these analysts recommended a “hold” on AutoZone, O’Reilly, and Advance Auto Parts, respectively. O’Reilly and Advance Auto Parts didn’t receive any “sell” recommendations, and 4.0% of these analysts recommended a “sell” on AutoZone.