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Jun 30, 2023

LKQ Q2 2023 Earnings Report

Reported strong operational performance despite headwinds, with Wholesale - North America and Europe segments driving revenue growth and margins. The Uni-Select Inc. acquisition is on track.

Key Takeaways

LKQ Corporation reported a 3.2% increase in revenue to $3.4 billion for Q2 2023. Diluted EPS was $1.05, while adjusted diluted EPS was $1.09. The company generated $480 million in operating cash flow and $414 million in free cash flow.

Revenue increased by 3.2% to $3.4 billion.

Parts and services organic revenue increased by 4.8% (5.4% on a per day basis).

Diluted EPS was $1.05; adjusted diluted EPS was $1.09.

Operating cash flow was $480 million and free cash flow was $414 million.

Total Revenue
$3.45B
Previous year: $3.34B
+3.2%
EPS
$1.09
Previous year: $1.09
+0.0%
Gross Profit
$1.41B
Previous year: $1.37B
+3.4%
Cash and Equivalents
$1.9B
Previous year: $265M
+618.5%
Free Cash Flow
$414M
Previous year: $288M
+43.8%
Total Assets
$14.2B
Previous year: $12.1B
+16.7%

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LKQ Revenue by Segment

LKQ Revenue by Geographic Location

Forward Guidance

LKQ updated its full year 2023 outlook, with organic revenue growth for parts and services expected to be 6.0% to 7.5%, diluted EPS between $3.65 and $3.85, adjusted diluted EPS between $3.90 and $4.10, operating cash flow approximately $1.275 billion, and free cash flow approximately $975 million.

Positive Outlook

  • Organic revenue growth for parts and services is expected to be 6.0% to 7.5%.
  • Adjusted diluted EPS is projected to be between $3.90 and $4.10.
  • Operating cash flow is anticipated to be approximately $1.275 billion.
  • Free cash flow is expected to be approximately $975 million.
  • Free cash flow conversion of Adjusted EBITDA is projected to be 55% to 60%.

Challenges Ahead

  • Continued effects from falling commodity prices.
  • Higher interest expense.
  • Diluted EPS is projected to be between $3.65 and $3.85, lower than the previous outlook.
  • The outlook assumes prices of scrap and precious metals hold near the June average.
  • The outlook assumes no further deterioration due to the Ukraine/Russia conflict.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income