On May 19, JPMorgan Chase had an investor-day presentation and billionaire CEO Jamie Dimon had a lot to say about the economy, global trade, and investing. And much of it sounded negative.During the presentation, Dimon brought up the subject of U.S. stagflation -- the dreaded combination of ongoing inflation and economic recession at the same time. Policymakers generally try to keep inflation low and economic growth high. When they intervene, it usually sacrifices one to benefit the other. But when both inf ...

BofA Securities analyst Robert F. Ohmes upgraded AutoZone, Inc. AZO from Neutral to Buy, raising the price forecast from $3900 to $4800.The analyst writes that the upgrade stems from growing confidence in AutoZone’s ability to perform well during economic downturns, continued market share gains across both DIY and professional customer segments, and the “potential inflation benefit” from price increases.Ohmes also cited improving dynamics in the used versus new car market, ongoing momentum in the Pro busine ...

智通财经5月21日电，美国银行全球研究将汽车零件零售商AutoZone公司的评级从中性上调至买入。 ...

The latest trading session saw AutoZone (AZO) ending at $3,880.15, denoting no adjustment from its last day's close. The stock exceeded the S&P 500, which registered a loss of 0.39% for the day. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a drop of 0.27%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw a decrease of 0.38%.Prior to today's trading, shares of the auto parts retailer had gained 8.71% over the past month. This has lagged the Retail-Wholesale sector's gain of 12.4% and the S&P 500's gain of 13.07% in that time.The u ...

On CNBC's “Mad Money Lightning Round,” Jim Cramer said no to O’Reilly Automotive, Inc. ORLY. “You want to buy the one that's not going to stock split, which is AutoZone AZO,” he added.Adding support to his view, O’Reilly Automotive posted first-quarter earnings of $9.35 per share on April 23, missing market estimates of $9.94 per share. The company's quarterly sales came in at $4.14 billion versus expectations of $4.17 billion.AutoZone has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 10.81% on an annua ...

The stocks on this list are not high-flying tech names, shoot-for-the-moon startups, or even high-growth names, but they are quietly crushing it for investors. Kroger NYSE: KR, Casey’s General Stores NASDAQ: CASY, and Autozone NYSE: AZO are all well-established businesses growing at steady and sustainable paces, driving reliable cash flow in good times and bad. The quality of their operations is clearly seen in their share prices, which are trending upward and outperforming the broad market in 2025. The out ...

Group 1: Berkshire Hathaway and Warren Buffett - Warren Buffett, after 60 years of leadership, announced that Greg Abel will become CEO of Berkshire Hathaway by the end of the year [1] - Buffett has significantly outperformed the S&P 500, essentially doubling its annual return over his career [2] - Berkshire Hathaway is known for its stability and has outperformed the S&P 500 during recent market volatility [5] Group 2: Altria - Altria has a strong historical performance, particularly in down markets, and is currently the domestic seller of Marlboro and other cigarette brands [8] - The company benefits from a recession-resistant business model, with a high-yield dividend and a record of raising dividends 59 times in the last 55 years [9] - Altria's stock is up 16.6% this year, outperforming both Berkshire and the S&P 500, and has shown resilience during past bear markets [10][12] Group 3: AutoZone - AutoZone operates in the aftermarket auto parts sector, which tends to perform well during recessions as consumers prioritize repairs over new vehicle purchases [17] - The stock is up 17.8% year to date and has historically thrived during bear markets, gaining 22% during the financial crisis [18][19] - AutoZone has a pattern of accelerating sales towards the end of recessions, indicating strong potential for future performance [21][23] Group 4: Investment Considerations - Despite a recent 5% decline in Berkshire stock following Buffett's retirement announcement, the company remains a strong long-term investment due to its cash reserves of nearly $350 billion [24] - Investors looking to capitalize on potential bear markets may find Altria and AutoZone to be more attractive options based on their historical performance and business models [25]

Core Viewpoint - AutoZone, Inc. is set to release its third-quarter results on May 27, 2025, and will host a conference call to discuss these results [1] Group 1: Company Overview - AutoZone is the leading retailer and distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories in the Americas [3] - As of February 15, 2025, AutoZone operates a total of 7,432 stores, with 6,483 in the U.S., 813 in Mexico, and 136 in Brazil [2] - The company offers a wide range of products for various vehicle types, including new and remanufactured automotive hard parts, maintenance items, and accessories [3] Group 2: Commercial Operations - AutoZone has a commercial sales program that provides credit and prompt delivery of parts to various accounts, including repair garages and service stations [3] - The company also sells products through its websites, including www.autozone.com for retail customers and www.autozonepro.com for commercial customers [3] - AutoZone does not generate revenue from automotive repair or installation services [3]

The Zacks Automotive - Retail and Wholesale - Partsindustry is set to benefit from the rising average age of the vehicles that require frequent servicing and replacement of auto parts.Players like AutoZone, Inc. (AZO) , Genuine Parts Company (GPC) and Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (AAP) are entering into new markets through strategic acquisitions and expansion of mega hubs to grow their market share and are investing in digital platforms to reach a broader audience, driving higher profitability.Industry Overview ...

Group 1 - AutoZone appointed Claire Rauh McDonough to its Board of Directors, expanding the board to 10 members [1][3] - Claire Rauh McDonough is currently the Chief Financial Officer of Rivian and has a background in investment banking, previously serving as a Managing Director at J.P. Morgan [2] - The addition of McDonough is expected to enhance the board's perspectives and deliberations, according to Bill Rhodes, Executive Chairman of AutoZone [3] Group 2 - As of February 15, 2025, AutoZone operates a total of 7,432 stores, with 6,483 in the U.S., 813 in Mexico, and 136 in Brazil [4] - AutoZone is a leading retailer and distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories in the Americas, offering a wide range of products for various vehicle types [5] - The company provides commercial sales programs and online purchasing options for both retail and commercial customers, without deriving revenue from automotive repair or installation services [5]