Argus Research Cuts Genuine Parts (GPC) Price Target to $150
Key Points
- Argus Research maintained its Buy rating on Genuine Parts Company on October 22, 2026, shifting its price target from $156 to $150.
- Argus Research's $150 price target implies 20.78% upside from Genuine Parts Company's ($GPC) current $124.19 share price.
- Genuine Parts Company recently traded at $124.19, sitting below its 50-day moving average and about 18.1% below its 52-week high.
- The auto parts distributor generated trailing twelve month revenue of $25.33 billion with a forward P/E of 15.52.
Get Genuine Parts Company text alerts
We text you when insiders, Congress, analysts or big funds move on $GPC.
By entering your mobile number and tapping the sign-up button, you provide express written consent to receive recurring automated text messages from TradeTexts at that number, including stock alerts about SEC filings, insider and congress trades, analyst ratings, hedge fund moves, and earnings results. Consent is not a condition of any purchase. Message frequency varies. Messages are not investment advice. Message and data rates may apply. Reply HELP for help and STOP to opt out at any time. See our Terms and Privacy Policy.
Not investment advice. TradeTexts is not a registered investment adviser, and this automated Genuine Parts Company alert may contain errors. Disclosures
On October 22, 2026, Argus Research maintained its Buy rating on Genuine Parts Company (NYSE: GPC) while adjusting its price target down from $156 to $150. Wall Street research firms issue these updates to provide clients with an updated perspective on a company's valuation and business prospects following recent market developments and financial reports.
GPC
Genuine Parts Company
Argus Research's Call on Genuine Parts Company
In its research note published on October 22, 2026, Argus Research kept its Buy rating on the auto parts distributor while lowering its target price to $150 from $156. Analysts issue these ratings to guide investors on how they expect the equities to perform relative to the broader market.
Other Institutional Activity in Genuine Parts Company
Large financial institutions continue to adjust their holdings in Genuine Parts Company. ProShare Advisors, LLC grew its holdings by 1,611,755 shares, ending with 2,846,154 shares worth about $360,465,408 following a 130.6% increase. Capital International Investors grew its holdings by 1,437,538 shares, ending with 2,875,076 shares worth about $364,128,379 following a 100.0% increase. Harris Associates L.P. reduced its holdings by 280,087 shares, ending with 3,653,725 shares worth about $462,744,276 following a 7.1% decrease. Meanwhile, Patriot Financial Group Insurance Agency opened a new position with 9,897 shares worth about $1,244,443.
Genuine Parts Company Stock Down 0.5%
Genuine Parts Company recently traded around $124.19 as of October 22, 2026, down about 1.9% from its closing price of $126.65 on the same day. The stock sits about 5.6% below its 50-day moving average of $131.61 and about 3.4% above its 200-day moving average of $120.14. Shares are down about 18.1% from their 52-week high of $151.57 and up about 36.8% from their 52-week low of $90.78.
$GPC price target
Genuine Parts Company daily closes and this analyst's $150 target. Not advice.
Recent Earnings
Genuine Parts Company reported trailing twelve month revenue of $25.33 billion and diluted earnings per share of $0.26. The firm operates with a forward P/E of 15.52. Its next earnings report is scheduled for release on February 16, 2027.
Dividend
Genuine Parts Company pays an annual dividend rate of $4.25 per share, yielding 3.41% based on recent trading levels.
Insider Buying and Selling at Genuine Parts Company
Company insiders have completed several transactions over the past year. Officer James F. Howe sold 1,648 shares on December 17, 2025, at an average price of $128.60 for a total value of $211,933. Howe later sold 1,392 shares on May 4, 2026, at $104.09 per share, and 415 shares on May 5, 2026, at $104.33 per share. General Counsel Christopher T. Galla sold 2,333 shares on June 26, 2026, at $115.00 per share for a total value of $268,295.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
Wall Street firms have updated their outlooks on the stock ahead of this rating. DA Davidson maintained its Buy rating on August 3, 2026, lifting its price target to $170 from $150. JP Morgan maintained an Overweight rating on October 12, 2026, raising its target from $125 to $137. UBS maintained a Neutral rating on October 21, 2026, moving its target to $125 from $122. Truist Securities maintained a Hold rating on October 21, 2026, raising its target from $126 to $131. Across the analyst community, the stock carries a consensus buy recommendation and a mean price target of $140.00 based on 9 analyst opinions.
About Genuine Parts Company
Genuine Parts Company operates from Atlanta, Georgia, distributing automotive and industrial replacement parts. The enterprise serves customers through multiple divisions, supplying parts, accessories, and tools for traditional vehicles as well as hybrid and electric models, industrial equipment, and heavy-duty machinery.
Bottom Line
Argus Research's decision to maintain its Buy rating on Genuine Parts Company provides investors with fresh insight into the auto parts distributor's long-term prospects. Market participants will watch for the company's next earnings report on February 16, 2027, to gauge ongoing revenue and profit trends.
Related Filing Alerts
Source: Argus Research's rating change on $GPC (Oct 22, 2026). Written by software, not financial advice. How we make alerts