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APTV·Aptiv PLC

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After Hours
High
$61.37
Open
$60.24
Market Cap
12.89B
52W High
$88.93
Low
$60.00
P. Close
$60.58
P/E
35.32
52W Low
$51.68
Fwd P/E
42.56
DailyIQ Est.
$81.12
Technical Score (1D)
68
BUY
News Sentiment
41
BEARISH
JPMorgan has lowered its price target for Aptiv to $75 from $84, citing concerns over earnings growth and competitive pressure. The downgrade signals a more cautious outlook that could dampen investor sentiment and trading activity in the near term. Analysts differ on the company’s upcoming earnings: some project a double‑digit drop in net income due to higher operating costs and a slowdown in automotive demand, while others anticipate modest revenue growth and margin improvement driven by the automotive segment. This discrepancy highlights uncertainty around Aptiv’s near‑term performance. The Q2 earnings release will be the key catalyst for price action over the next 1–10 trading days. Investors should watch for guidance on margin recovery, capital allocation, capex, and R&D spending that could clarify the company’s trajectory. Pay close attention to any revisions to revenue forecasts and margin targets that may shift expectations. Monitor how the market reacts to the target cut and earnings results, as sentiment could swing quickly. Finally, keep an eye on broader automotive demand trends and competitive dynamics that could further influence Aptiv’s outlook.
Earnings Summary
APTIV PLC is a global automotive technology company that designs and produces critical vehicle components and systems, operating through electrical architecture and advanced safety and user‑experience segments. The company supplies wiring harnesses, connectors, sensing and perception systems, electronic control units, and cloud‑native software platforms to automotive and commercial vehicle manufacturers worldwide, positioning it within the auto parts sector of consumer cyclical. In the most recent quarters, Aptiv’s earnings have shown a mixed trajectory. Q3 2025 delivered EPS of $2.17 versus an estimate of $1.83, and revenue of $5.212 billion, up from Q2 2025’s $2.12 EPS and $5.208 billion revenue, indicating a modest acceleration in profitability and top line. However, Q4 2025 saw EPS dip to $1.86 against an estimate of $1.89, with revenue falling to $5.153 billion, and Q1 2026’s EPS of $1.71 beat the $1.52 estimate while revenue rose to $5.086 billion. Across six quarters, Aptiv has beaten earnings estimates in five instances, with revenue growth largely steady but recently decelerating. Historically, the company has maintained a near‑steady YoY revenue base around $5 billion, with EPS generally outperforming consensus. The only EPS miss in the last six quarters was Q4 2025, where the actual fell slightly below expectations. This pattern of consistent earnings beats, coupled with a stable revenue stream, has underpinned investor confidence, though recent guidance signals a potential downturn. Recent news highlights a steep decline forecast for Q2 2026, with analysts projecting a 33.5 percent drop in EPS and a 36.7 percent revenue decline, which could temper the current short‑term optimism. Deutsche Bank’s recent price‑target lift to $75 reflects continued bullish sentiment, but the company’s guidance and any margin improvement will be closely scrutinized. Investors should watch the upcoming Q2 2026 earnings call for guidance revisions, margin updates, and commentary on autonomous‑vehicle and robotics initiatives, as these factors will be key to assessing whether the company can offset the projected downturn and sustain its earnings trajectory.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$1.31$1.55$1.80$2.04$2.28Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$1.42 - -
Q1'26$1.52$1.71+12.6%
Q4'25$1.89$1.86-1.5%
Q3'25$1.83$2.17+18.8%
Q2'25$1.83$2.12+15.8%
Q1'25$1.53$1.69+10.1%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$3.0B$3.6B$4.3B$4.9B$5.5BQ1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$3.4B - -
Q1'26$3.3B$5.1B+53.9%
Q4'25$5.2B$5.2B-0.9%
Q3'25 - $5.2B -
Q2'25 - $5.2B -
Q1'25 - $4.8B -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

APTV Stock Snapshot

APTV is currently trading at $60.50, giving Aptiv PLC a market cap of 12.89B and a P/E ratio of 35.3. Today's range spans $60.00–$61.37, with shares opening at $60.24 and moving down $0.08 (0.1%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 68/100 (BUY) with a news sentiment reading of 41/100.

Over the past year APTV has traded between $51.68 and $88.93 - the current price is +17.1% off the 52-week low and -32.0% from the high. 31 analysts cover the stock with a Buy consensus and a mean 12-month target of $77.67 (range $65.00–$94.00), implying upside of +28.4%.

The Consumer Cyclical sector has plenty of names, but APTV is one of the few right now where technical and sentiment data are both bullish. Score: 68/100 (BUY). Sentiment: neutral (41/100). Price: $60.50 (in the lower half of its 52-week range). The current P/E ratio stands at 35.3. With 12.89B in market cap, this is the scale where fundamental thesis and technical setup reinforce rather than compete with each other. Annual range: $51.68–$88.93.

Earnings revision cycles in large-cap Consumer Cyclical names tend to compound: when technicals confirm a BUY thesis (68/100) and news sentiment (41/100, neutral) supports the narrative, analyst upgrades follow price rather than lead it. At $60.50 (in the lower half of its 52-week range), APTV's position within the $51.68–$88.93 annual range suggests there's room for multiple expansion before the stock encounters meaningful technical resistance.