Oct. 26 at 2:02 AM
$SMP "Heads up alert! Only two days until Upcoming earnings on Monday, 10/27/2025 for
$SMP
Bullish (8.2)
### Financial Analysis Summary
Standard Motor Products (SMP) has recently garnered attention from analysts, with an upgrade to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), reflecting a positive shift in sentiment regarding the company's earnings potential.
The company's stock has reached a 52-week high, indicating strong market performance.
Key financial metrics reveal that SMP has a P/E ratio of approximately 15.2, which is favorable compared to the industry average of around 18.5, suggesting that the stock may be undervalued relative to its peers.
Additionally, the company has demonstrated consistent earnings per share (EPS) growth, with a forecasted EPS growth rate of 10% over the next year, bolstered by robust revenue forecasts expected to rise by 8% year-over-year.
Comparatively, industry peers have shown mixed performance, with some struggling to maintain growth amidst a challenging economic backdrop.
SMP's strategic expansions, including the introduction of over 250 new part numbers across 31 categories, further enhance its competitive edge in the automotive parts sector.
### Upcoming Earnings Reports
Looking ahead, SMP is set to release its next earnings report soon.
Analysts anticipate a strong performance, projecting earnings of
$0.75 per share, which would reflect a significant increase compared to the previous quarter.
Historically, SMP has exceeded earnings expectations in three of the last four quarters, indicating a trend of strong operational performance.
The consensus among analysts suggests a positive outlook, with many expecting that the company's initiatives in product development and market expansion will continue to drive growth.
The upcoming earnings report could serve as a catalyst for further stock appreciation or volatility, depending on the actual results compared to these expectations.
### Sector Performance Overview
SMP operates within the automotive parts sector, which has shown resilience despite broader economic challenges.
The sector has experienced a steady recovery post-pandemic, buoyed by increasing consumer demand for vehicle maintenance and repair services.
Compared to the overall market, automotive parts have outperformed, with a year-to-date return of approximately 12%, driven by strong fundamentals and a favorable consumer environment.
This backdrop positions SMP favorably as it navigates the competitive landscape, leveraging its strengths to capitalize on market opportunities.
- Funds were net buyers of
$SMP during the previous reporting quarter.
- Funds with large holdings in
$SMP include:
- DEAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, MV:
$2MM. Fund Rank: 71%
www.deancapmgmt.com
- Last 10 days performance: 7%
- Last 30 days performance: 5%
- Last 90 days performance: 28%
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- Title: Winnebago's Q4 Earnings Beat Expectations, Revenues Climb Y/Y
Publication Date: 10/23/2025 5:40:00 PM, Source: yahoo
URL: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/winnebagos-q4-earnings-beat-expectations-174000685.html?.tsrc=rss
- Title: Standard Motor Products (SMP) Upgraded to Strong Buy: Here's Why
Publication Date: 10/23/2025 4:00:04 PM, Source: yahoo
URL: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/standard-motor-products-smp-upgraded-160004643.html?.tsrc=rss
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Publication Date: 10/22/2025 2:49:00 PM, Source: yahoo
URL: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/paccar-q3-earnings-match-expectations-144900743.html?.tsrc=rss
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