Advance Auto Parts, Inc.
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Daily timeframeAdvance Auto Parts, Inc. provides automotive aftermarket parts. The company carries a $3.63B market cap, placing it firmly in the mid-cap category. The company offers batteries and battery accessories; belts and hoses; brakes and brake pads; chassis parts; climate control parts; clutches and drive shafts; engines and engine parts; exhaust systems and parts; hub assemblies; ignition components and wires; radiators and cooling parts; starters and alternators; and steering and alignment parts.
Market Cap
$3.63B
Beta
1.08
P/E (TTM)
53.79
P/E (Fwd)
15.08
EPS (TTM)
$1.12
EPS (Fwd)
$3.99
ROE
3.1%
ROA
1.8%
Cash
$2.96B
Total Debt
$5.65B
Free CF
-$228.0M
52W Change
21.1%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
The company holds $2.96B in cash, though total debt stands at $5.65B. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$228.0M. This typically occurs when a company is investing aggressively in growth, but sustained cash burn can strain the balance sheet. Return on equity stands at 3.1%, which is modest for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 1.8% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $9.15B (2022) to $8.60B (2025).
The company is burning cash at the operating level, which is not unusual for growth-phase companies but adds risk if it persists. The elevated P/E ratio means the stock is priced for significant future growth. If earnings disappoint, the price correction could be sharp. Understanding these risk dimensions helps frame what to watch going forward as conditions evolve for Advance Auto Parts, Inc. and its sector.