GPC stock forecast: what analysts expect
Wall Street analysts covering Genuine Parts Company currently rate the stock a Buy on average, with a mean 12-month price target of $140.38 — +4.7% versus the last price of $134.01. Targets reflect analyst opinion, not a guarantee.
GPC historical returns
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GPC annual returns by year
Congress trading in GPC
7 members of Congress have disclosed trading GPC — 1 purchase and 6 sales worth an estimated $98,001. Most recent disclosure: Sep 4, 2024.
Insider activity in GPC
GPC's own executives and directors have made 0 open-market purchases ($0) and 1 sale ($268,295) in the last 90 days, per SEC Form 4 filings. Most recent: Jun 26, 2026.
| Jun 26, 2026 | Galla Christopher T | SVP, GC, and Corp. Secretary | Sell | $268,295 |
About Genuine Parts Company
Genuine Parts Company distributes automotive and industrial replacement parts. The company operates in three segments: North America Automotive Parts Group, International Automotive Parts Group, and Industrial Parts Group. It distributes automotive replacement parts, accessories, tools, equipment, and related solutions for hybrid and electric vehicles, trucks, buses, motorcycles, farm equipment, and heavy-duty equipment. The company also offers replacement parts, including brakes, batteries, filters, engine components, and fluids; specialized services, such as paint mixing, hydraulic hose assembly, battery testing, and key cutting; and accessories and specialty equipment for automotive and heavy-duty vehicles, as well as tools and diagnostic devices for repair and maintenance. In addition, it provides independent repair shops and auto care centers under the NAPA brand, and offers technical expertise and training programs to customers. Further, the company provides bearings, seals, and gaskets; hose, fittings, hydraulics, and pneumatics components; abrasives, adhesives, sealants, and tape; pumps and power transmission; tools and testing equipment; electrical supplies and safety products; and chemicals and janitorial supplies. Additionally, it offers inventory management; vendor-managed inventory; asset repair and tracking, including radio frequency identification; and specialized repair services for gearboxes, fluid power systems, pumps, drive shafts, electrical panels, and hoses and gaskets. The company was incorporated in 1928 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
GPC Key Statistics
GPC in plain English
- P/E ratio (536.0) — how many dollars you pay for each $1 of GPC's yearly profit. That's high, so the market expects strong growth (and you're paying up for it).
- ROE (0.71%) — how efficiently the company turns shareholders' money into profit. This is a middling level.
- Profit margin (0.13%) — of every $1 in sales, this is what's left as profit after all costs.
- Dividend yield (3.15%) — the cash payout you'd earn per year as a % of the share price, on top of any price gains.
GPC stock: frequently asked questions
What is Genuine Parts Company's stock price today?
Genuine Parts Company (GPC) last traded at $134.01 on the NYSE. Over the past 52 weeks the stock has traded between $90.78 and $151.57.
Is GPC stock a buy or a sell?
Wall Street analysts' consensus rating on GPC is "Buy", with an average 12-month price target of $140.38 — about +4.7% versus the current price of $134.01. Analyst targets are opinions, not guarantees; always do your own research.
How much would $1,000 invested in GPC 10 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Genuine Parts Company made 10 years ago would be worth about $1,749 today (dividends reinvested) — a total return of 75%, or 5.8% per year.
Does GPC pay a dividend?
Yes. Genuine Parts Company currently pays a dividend yielding about 3.15% per year at today's share price.
What is GPC's P/E ratio?
GPC trades at a trailing price-to-earnings ratio of 536.0, and 16.1 times expected forward earnings. The P/E ratio tells you how many dollars investors pay for each $1 of the company's annual profit.
Do members of Congress trade GPC stock?
Yes — 7 members of Congress have disclosed trades in GPC under the STOCK Act, totaling 1 purchases and 6 sales worth an estimated $98,001.
What is Genuine Parts Company's ticker symbol?
Genuine Parts Company trades under the ticker symbol GPC on the NYSE.
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