LKQ Corp Surges After Specialty Division Sale Exploration
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 10 Dec 25
Source: NASDAQ.COM
LKQ Corp's stock rose by 7.54%, crossing above the 5-day SMA, reflecting positive investor sentiment regarding its strategic moves.
The company is exploring the potential sale of its Specialty segment, which focuses on automotive, RV, and marine parts distribution. This decision is part of a broader strategy to streamline operations and enhance core business focus.
Analysts suggest that this move could lead to improved financial performance and operational efficiency, making LKQ more attractive to investors as it seeks to optimize its portfolio.
Analyst Views on LKQ
Wall Street analysts forecast LKQ stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for LKQ is 41.25 USD with a low forecast of 33.00 USD and a high forecast of 50.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
6 Analyst Rating
5 Buy
1 Hold
0 Sell
Strong Buy
Current: 32.570
Low
33.00
Averages
41.25
High
50.00
Current: 32.570
Low
33.00
Averages
41.25
High
50.00
About LKQ
LKQ Corporation is a provider of alternative and specialty parts to repair and accessorize automobiles and other vehicles. The Company offers its customers a range of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) recycled and aftermarket parts, replacement systems, components, equipment, and services. Its Wholesale - North America segment provides alternative vehicle collision replacement products, paint and body repair related products, and alternative vehicle mechanical replacement products, with its sales, processing, and distribution facilities reaching major markets in the United States and Canada. Its Europe segment provides alternative vehicle replacement and maintenance products in Germany, the United Kingdom, the Benelux region (Belgium, Netherlands, and Luxembourg), Italy, Czech Republic, Austria, Slovakia, France and other European countries. Its Specialty segment is a distributor of specialty vehicle aftermarket equipment and accessories across the United States and Canada.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
