Genuine Parts Company (GPC Quick QuoteGPC - Free Report) , based in Atlanta, GA, distributes automotive and industrial replacement parts, office products and electrical/electronic materials in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. The company is poised to benefit from its various initiatives to boost sales and earnings, such as product line expansion, penetration into new markets and cost-saving activities. The company relies on a diverse product portfolio for top- and bottom-line growth. Further, Genuine Parts will benefit from the frequently undertaken acquisitions to expand its business.

However, Genuine Parts is facing challenges due to fragile economic conditions, in some global markets. This is expected to have an adverse impact on segment results, primarily that of the non-automotive businesses. In addition, rising competition in the industries in which Genuine Parts operates poses a challenge for the company.

Estimate Trend & Surprise History

Investors should note that the second-quarter earnings estimate for Genuine Parts has been stationary over the past week and month. The Zacks Consensus Estimate has remained static at $1.30 over these periods.

The company has delivered positive earnings surprises. It has surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate in 3 of the trailing 4 quarters and missed in one of the quarters, leading to an average beat of around 1.95%. Thus investors are eagerly awaiting Genuine Parts latest earnings report.

We have highlighted some of the key stats from this just-revealed announcement below:

Earnings

Genuine Parts’ earnings were $1.28 per share in the second quarter of 2016, same as that recorded in the year ago quarter. However, earnings per share missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.30.

GENUINE PARTS Price and EPS Surprise

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Revenues

Genuine Parts reported revenues of $3.90 billion, down 1% year over year. Revenues also missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $4.01 billion.

Key Stats/Developments to Note

For 2016, annual revenue of Genuine Parts is expected to improve 1%–2%. Earnings per share in 2016 are expected to be in the range of $4.70–$4.75 compared to the previous forecast of $4.70 to $4.80.

Zacks Rank

Currently, Genuine Parts has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), but that could change following its earnings report which has just released.

Market Reaction

Genuine Parts’ shares decreased 0.03% to $101.95 following the release. It would be interesting to see how the market reacts to the results during the trading session today.

Check back later for our full write up on Genuine Parts’ earnings report!

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