Advance Auto Parts Inc. (NYSE:AAP) posted a stronger-than-expected fourth quarter on Friday.
The company reported fourth-quarter adjusted earnings per share of 86 cents, beating the analyst consensus estimate of 42 cents. Quarterly sales of $1.973 billion outpaced the Street view of $1.952 billion.
Advance Auto expects fiscal 2026 adjusted earnings of $2.40 to $3.10 per share, compared with analysts’ estimate of $2.66. The company forecasts sales of $8.485 billion to $8.575 billion, versus the $8.668 billion estimate.
“I am pleased with the progress achieved during 2025 and I want to thank our team members for their hard work,” said Shane O’Kelly, president and chief executive officer. “In 2025, we laid the foundation to build a better future for the Company. Our actions are delivering …