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Genuine Parts
🇺🇸 NYSE:GPC
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Dec 31, 2024

Genuine Parts Q4 2024 Earnings Report

Genuine Parts reported modest revenue growth but faced a significant decline in profitability due to restructuring costs and inventory write-downs.

Key Takeaways

Genuine Parts Company saw Q4 revenue rise by 3.3% YoY, reaching $5.77 billion, primarily driven by acquisitions. However, net income fell sharply by 57.98% due to restructuring and inventory write-downs. Adjusted EPS declined by 28.76%. The company continues restructuring efforts into 2025 while targeting operational efficiency improvements.

Q4 revenue increased by 3.3% YoY, reaching $5.77 billion.

Net income dropped 57.98% YoY due to restructuring costs and inventory rebranding.

Adjusted EPS fell 28.76% YoY to $1.61.

The company expects 2025 revenue growth of 2-4% with cost-saving initiatives.

Total Revenue
$5.77B
Previous year: $5.59B
+3.3%
EPS
$1.61
Previous year: $2.26
-28.8%
Gross Margin
35.9%
Previous year: 36.4%
-1.4%
Operating Margin
3.29%
Previous year: 7.79%
-57.8%
Automotive Segment EBITDA
$285M
Previous year: $304M
-6.2%
Gross Profit
$2.07B
Previous year: $1.94B
+6.5%
Cash and Equivalents
$480M
Previous year: $1.1B
-56.4%
Free Cash Flow
-$26.7M
Previous year: $190M
-114.0%
Total Assets
$19.3B
Previous year: $18B
+7.3%

Genuine Parts Revenue

Genuine Parts EPS

Genuine Parts Revenue by Segment

Forward Guidance

Genuine Parts expects revenue growth of 2-4% in 2025, with cost-saving initiatives aimed at improving profitability.

Positive Outlook

  • Revenue growth expected between 2-4% in 2025.
  • Adjusted EPS forecasted between $7.75 and $8.25.
  • Free cash flow projected between $800M and $1B.
  • Additional restructuring cost savings of $100M-$125M anticipated in 2025.
  • Dividend increased by 3% to $4.12 per share annually.

Challenges Ahead

  • Restructuring costs expected to continue into 2025.
  • Macroeconomic conditions and softer end-market demand may impact results.
  • Potential impact of geopolitical risks on supply chains and operations.
  • Higher costs associated with global restructuring and store integration.
  • Uncertainty regarding the one-time, non-cash charge related to the pension plan settlement.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income