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Mar 31, 2021

Genuine Parts Q1 2021 Earnings Report

Genuine Parts Company reported strong first-quarter results, driven by growth in both Automotive and Industrial segments.

Key Takeaways

Genuine Parts Company reported a strong start to 2021, with sales up 9.1% to $4.5 billion and diluted EPS from continuing operations up 79% to $1.50. The company also raised its 2021 outlook for revenue growth and diluted EPS.

Sales increased by 9.1% to $4.5 billion.

Diluted EPS from continuing operations rose by 79% to $1.50.

Automotive business posted strongest growth, with positive sales comps in each region.

Industrial business continued its recovery with improving sales trends.

Total Revenue
$4.47B
Previous year: $4.56B
-2.1%
EPS
$1.5
Previous year: $0.92
+63.0%
Gross Profit
$1.54B
Previous year: $1.5B
+2.7%
Cash and Equivalents
$1.12B
Previous year: $354M
+215.4%
Free Cash Flow
$253M
Previous year: $74.1M
+241.1%
Total Assets
$13.9B
Previous year: $14.5B
-3.5%

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Genuine Parts Revenue by Segment

Forward Guidance

The Company is updating its full-year 2021 guidance. Total sales growth is expected to be 5% to 7%. Automotive sales growth is expected to be 5% to 7%. Industrial sales growth is expected to be 4% to 6%. Diluted earnings per share is expected to be $5.85 to $6.05.

Positive Outlook

  • Total sales growth is expected to be 5% to 7%.
  • Automotive sales growth is expected to be 5% to 7%.
  • Industrial sales growth is expected to be 4% to 6%.
  • Diluted earnings per share is expected to be $5.85 to $6.05.
  • Net cash provided by operating activities is expected to be $1.0 billion to $1.2 billion

Challenges Ahead

  • Global economic outlook
  • The continued uncertainty of COVID-19
  • Potential impact on our results
  • Effective tax rate 24.5% to 25.5%
  • Free cash flow $700 million to $900 million

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income