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Memphis, Tennessee-based AutoZone, Inc. (AZO) operates as a retailer and distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories. Valued at $62.1 billion by market cap, the company offers an extensive product line for cars, sport utility vehicles, vans, and light trucks, including new and remanufactured automotive hard parts, maintenance items, accessories, and non-automotive products.
Shares of this auto parts retailer have underperformed the broader market over the past year. AZO has gained 10% over this time frame, while the broader S&P 500 Index ($SPX) has rallied nearly 13%. However, in 2026, AZO stock is up 10.5%, surpassing the SPX’s marginal rise on a YTD basis.