O REILLY AUTOMOTIVE INC (ORLY) Research

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EPS Estimates

Current Qtr

$0.86

$0.83$0.90

vs $0.78+10.3%

18 analysts

Next Qtr

$0.91

$0.88$0.94

vs $0.85+7.0%

18 analysts

Current Yr

$3.26

$3.20$3.35

vs $2.97+9.6%

20 analysts

Next Yr

$3.62

$3.49$3.75

vs $3.26+11.1%

20 analysts

Revenue Estimates

Current Qtr

$4.86B

$4.80B$4.93B

vs $4.53B+7.5%

21 analysts

Next Qtr

$4.98B

$4.94B$5.04B

vs $4.71B+5.8%

21 analysts

Current Yr

$19.06B

$18.93B$19.22B

vs $17.78B+7.2%

25 analysts

Next Yr

$20.24B

$19.77B$20.62B

vs $19.06B+6.2%

25 analysts

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ORLY filing events and research context
Filed	Item	Context
May 8, 2026	mda_quarterly	O’Reilly Automotive’s first-quarter 2026 sales increased 10% to $4.56 billion, driven by an 8.1% rise in comparable store sales. Growth was primarily fueled by higher average ticket values—attributed to the increasing complexity and cost of parts for technically advanced vehicles—and increased transaction counts from professional service providers, which offset a slight decline in DIY transactions. Gross profit rose 11% to $2.35 billion, with margins expanding to 51.5% due to improved acquisition costs and distribution efficiencies. Operating income grew 14% to $842 million, and diluted EPS increased 16% to $0.72. The company continues its dual market strategy across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada, targeting 225 to 235 net new store openings in 2026. Long-term demand remains supported by an aging U.S. vehicle fleet, which averaged 12.6 years in 2024, and a 1.3% year-to-date increase in miles driven. O’Reilly generated $785 million in free cash flow and spent $923 million on share repurchases. Capital activities included issuing $850 million in 5.1% senior notes due 2036 and redeeming $500 million in senior notes. The company maintains a consolidated leverage ratio of 1.92x and a fixed charge coverage ratio of 6.14x.
Feb 27, 2026	business	O'Reilly Automotive is a leading specialty retailer of automotive aftermarket parts, tools, and accessories operating in the United States, Puerto Rico, Mexico, and Canada. The company utilizes a dual market strategy, serving both do-it-yourself (DIY) customers and professional service providers. Its competitive advantage is rooted in a strategic distribution and hub store network that provides same-day or overnight inventory access. As of December 31, 2025, the company operated 6,585 stores. The product portfolio consists of new and remanufactured hard parts and maintenance items, tiered by "good, better, and best" quality levels to optimize gross profit. Long-term demand is driven by the increasing average age of the U.S. vehicle fleet and total miles driven, as older, out-of-warranty vehicles require more frequent repairs. Key financial risks include macroeconomic volatility, specifically inflation, rising fuel costs, and interest rates, which may constrain consumer disposable income. O'Reilly mitigates merchandise cost increases through supplier incentive programs and selective forward buying. The company's growth strategy focuses on omnichannel initiatives and aggressive expansion, with a target of 225 to 235 net new store openings in 2026.
Nov 7, 2025	mda_quarterly	O’Reilly Automotive’s dual market strategy targeting DIY and professional service providers drove nine-month sales to $13.37 billion, a 6% increase over 2024. Comparable store sales rose 4.5%, supported by higher average ticket values resulting from increased vehicle complexity and the passing of higher acquisition costs to customers. While professional transaction counts grew, DIY transactions declined due to pressured discretionary consumer spending. Net income increased 5% to $1.93 billion, with diluted EPS rising 8% to $2.25. Gross profit margin expanded to 51.5% through distribution efficiencies, though SG&A was pressured by inflationary costs in medical and casualty insurance. The company is aggressively expanding its footprint, targeting 200 to 210 net new store openings in 2025. Free cash flow decreased to $1.20 billion as capital expenditures rose to $899.8 million to fund distribution expansion and new stores. Liquidity remains strong with a consolidated leverage ratio of 1.93x and a fixed charge coverage ratio of 6.03x. O’Reilly continues to prioritize shareholder returns through its $27.8 billion share repurchase authorization, investing $1.60 billion in buybacks during the first nine months of 2025. Long-term demand remains supported by an aging U.S. vehicle fleet, which averaged 12.6 years in 2024.

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May 8, 2026

mda_quarterly

O’Reilly Automotive’s first-quarter 2026 sales increased 10% to $4.56 billion, driven by an 8.1% rise in comparable store sales. Growth was primarily fueled by higher average ticket values—attributed to the increasing complexity and cost of parts for technically advanced vehicles—and increased transaction counts from professional service providers, which offset a slight decline in DIY transactions. Gross profit rose 11% to $2.35 billion, with margins expanding to 51.5% due to improved acquisition costs and distribution efficiencies. Operating income grew 14% to $842 million, and diluted EPS increased 16% to $0.72. The company continues its dual market strategy across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada, targeting 225 to 235 net new store openings in 2026. Long-term demand remains supported by an aging U.S. vehicle fleet, which averaged 12.6 years in 2024, and a 1.3% year-to-date increase in miles driven. O’Reilly generated $785 million in free cash flow and spent $923 million on share repurchases. Capital activities included issuing $850 million in 5.1% senior notes due 2036 and redeeming $500 million in senior notes. The company maintains a consolidated leverage ratio of 1.92x and a fixed charge coverage ratio of 6.14x.

Feb 27, 2026

business

O'Reilly Automotive is a leading specialty retailer of automotive aftermarket parts, tools, and accessories operating in the United States, Puerto Rico, Mexico, and Canada. The company utilizes a dual market strategy, serving both do-it-yourself (DIY) customers and professional service providers. Its competitive advantage is rooted in a strategic distribution and hub store network that provides same-day or overnight inventory access. As of December 31, 2025, the company operated 6,585 stores. The product portfolio consists of new and remanufactured hard parts and maintenance items, tiered by "good, better, and best" quality levels to optimize gross profit. Long-term demand is driven by the increasing average age of the U.S. vehicle fleet and total miles driven, as older, out-of-warranty vehicles require more frequent repairs. Key financial risks include macroeconomic volatility, specifically inflation, rising fuel costs, and interest rates, which may constrain consumer disposable income. O'Reilly mitigates merchandise cost increases through supplier incentive programs and selective forward buying. The company's growth strategy focuses on omnichannel initiatives and aggressive expansion, with a target of 225 to 235 net new store openings in 2026.

Nov 7, 2025

mda_quarterly

O’Reilly Automotive’s dual market strategy targeting DIY and professional service providers drove nine-month sales to $13.37 billion, a 6% increase over 2024. Comparable store sales rose 4.5%, supported by higher average ticket values resulting from increased vehicle complexity and the passing of higher acquisition costs to customers. While professional transaction counts grew, DIY transactions declined due to pressured discretionary consumer spending. Net income increased 5% to $1.93 billion, with diluted EPS rising 8% to $2.25. Gross profit margin expanded to 51.5% through distribution efficiencies, though SG&A was pressured by inflationary costs in medical and casualty insurance. The company is aggressively expanding its footprint, targeting 200 to 210 net new store openings in 2025. Free cash flow decreased to $1.20 billion as capital expenditures rose to $899.8 million to fund distribution expansion and new stores. Liquidity remains strong with a consolidated leverage ratio of 1.93x and a fixed charge coverage ratio of 6.03x. O’Reilly continues to prioritize shareholder returns through its $27.8 billion share repurchase authorization, investing $1.60 billion in buybacks during the first nine months of 2025. Long-term demand remains supported by an aging U.S. vehicle fleet, which averaged 12.6 years in 2024.

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