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LKQ

LKQ Corporation
Data: 2026-08-21
$25.77
Price
-0.81%
Change
$37.13
52W High
$21.17
52W Low
Full AI Analysis Buy/Sell Forecast Trendline Why Moving Charts Options

Since forming in 1998 to consolidate the auto salvage business in the United States, LKQ has developed into a leading distributor of aftermarket and recycled auto parts with around 1,500 facilities across North America and Europe. The company primarily sells into the professional channel and offers an assortment of collision and mechanical parts to both body shops and mechanical repair shops. It also continues to operate more than 70 LKQ pick-your-part junkyards. Separate from the self-service business, LKQ usually purchases around 250,000 salvage vehicles annually that are used to extract vehicle parts for resale.

Quick Stats
Aug 21, 2026

45.5

AI Score

HOLD

0.97

Volume Ratio

TBA

Next Earnings

18

+ve Days (30d)

12

-ve Days (30d)

LKQ Stock Summary

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

LKQ is currently trading at $25.77, positioned below its 200-day moving average of $29.06, suggesting bearish momentum. The stock has a 52-week range of $21.17 to $37.13.

Technical Analysis: The 50-day moving average stands at $25.41, which is below the current price, signaling bullish near-term momentum. The RSI (Relative Strength Index) reads 55.242, suggesting the stock is neutral with balanced momentum.

Money Flow Indicators: The Chaikin Money Flow (20-day) is 0.258, which is positive, indicating accumulation by institutional investors. Our AI-powered investment score rates LKQ at 45.5/100 with a HOLD recommendation.

LKQ (LKQ Corporation) Indicators

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Indicator Value
RSI(14) 55.242
CMF (20) 0.258
ROC (10) 3.66
ADX (14) 10.7
Indicator Value
MACD (12,26,9) 0.12
AROONOSC (14) 85.714
WILLAMS %R (14) -17.406
MFI (14) 59.185
LKQ Technical Chart
  • Candlesticks: Green = price up, Red = price down. Body shows open/close, wicks show high/low.
  • SMAs: Moving averages help identify trends. Price above SMA = bullish, below = bearish.
  • Options OI: Shows max open interest strikes. High OI = significant price levels.
  • Volume Profile: Shows price levels with most trading activity. POC = Point of Control (highest volume).
  • Earnings: Vertical lines mark earnings dates. Watch for volatility around these dates.
  • Gamma Walls: Key support/resistance from options gamma exposure. Orange = resistance above, Purple = support below.
  • Fibonacci Retracement: Auto-calculated support/resistance levels based on recent high/low. Key levels: 23.6%, 38.2%, 50%, 61.8%, 78.6%.
  • Unusual Activity: Highlights days with abnormal volume (2x+ average) or large price moves (5%+). Red marker = unusual activity detected.
Technical Indicators

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Volume Profile Analysis

Horizontal histogram showing volume distribution at each price level with buying/selling pressure

LKQ Price vs Max Options Open Interest
LKQ Max Change In Options Open Interest

LKQ Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)

23rd August 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)

Type Expiration Strike OI Change in
OI		 Volume Ask PC Delta Vega Volatility % change Track

LKQ Daily Out of Money Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)

23rd August 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)

Type Expiration Strike OI Change in
OI		 Volume Ask PC Delta Vega Volatility % change Track

LKQ Daily In the Money Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)

23rd August 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)

Type Expiration Strike OI Change in
OI		 Volume Ask PC Delta Vega Volatility % change Track

LKQ Most Active Options by Volume(near term)

23rd August 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)

Type Expiration Strike Volume OI Change in
OI		 Ask PC Delta Vega Volatility % change Track

LKQ Corporation is above the 50 Day SMA but below the 200 Day SMA — short-term strength within a longer-term downtrend (Mixed).

LKQ Moving Averages Analysis

LKQ Corporation has been above 50 day sma 1 times in last 30 days. Last time it was above 50 day sma was on Aug 21, 2026

LKQ (LKQ Corporation) Simple Moving Averages

Moving Averages are last updated Aug 21, 2026

Days MA
10 25.28
20 24.92
30 25.02
50 25.41
100 26.84
200 29.06

LKQ Fundamental Analysis

P/E (Forward) 9.9108
P/E (Trailing) 14.3536
Market Cap ($) 6.6 billion
Earnings/Share ($) 1.81
Net Profit Margin (%) 0.0337
Dividend/Share ($) 1.2
EPS Estimate Current Year ($) 2.6848
EPS Estimate Next Year ($) 3.0923
WallStreet Target Price ($) 32.50
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