Genuine Parts (GPC) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
GPC - Genuine Parts Company
$133.68
-0.48 (-0.36%)
▼
5d:
-2.86%
30d:
-0.25%
90d:
+30.73%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 20, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: GPC shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: GPC shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$155.18
Based on 5.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$96.35
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 14.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: GPC is currently trading at $133.68, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $133.01 to $136.99. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 16.1) compared to its historical average (14.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 4.2% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, GPC is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $132.34. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: GPC scores 32/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, GPC is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $132.34. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: GPC scores 32/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$133.01 -
$136.99
Company Quality Score
54/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
64.2%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (32/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($140.38)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 4.2% growth with 6.0% revenue growth
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$133.01 -
$136.99
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$6.97
(5.2%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$132.34
Resistance Level
$138.81
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
16.10
Wall Street Target
$140.38
(+5.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
6.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-9.8%
Profit Margin
0.1%
Valuation Premium vs History
+4.2% premium
PE vs Historical
16.1 vs 14.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+4.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$139.29
(+4%)
2-Year Target
$145.14
(+9%)
3-Year Target
$151.24
(+13%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 16→14)
PE COMPRESSION
$133.42
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 7.3%)
$206.99
(+55%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 16.1, Growth: 7.3%)
$165.19
(+24%)
Bear:
(PE: 13.7, Growth: 7.3%)
$140.41
(+5%)
📈
Valuation based on Current Earnings
Forward PE: 16.05 | Forward EPS (Implied): $8.33
Bull Case
$161.42
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 16.9
Base Case
$133.68
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 16.1
Bear Case
$102.27
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 14.5
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Sells
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