Aptiv PLC (APTV) Rises Higher Than Market: Key Facts and Valuation Insights for Investors

In the latest trading session, shares of Aptiv PLC (APTV) closed at $68.45, marking a +2.92% move from the previous day. The stock's performance outpaced the S&P 500's daily gain of 1.11%, while the Dow and Nasdaq also posted gains of 1.19% and 1.43%, respectively. Over the previous month, shares of Aptiv PLC gained 0.68%, outperforming the Auto-Tires-Trucks sector's gain of 0.34% and underperforming the S&P 500's gain of 3.92%. Market participants are closely watching the financial results of Aptiv PLC in its upcoming release. Analysts anticipate the company to report an EPS of $1.76, marking a 11.39% rise compared to the same quarter of the previous year. The consensus estimate also forecasts revenue of $4.97 billion, indicating a 1.69% decline compared to the corresponding quarter of the prior year. For the full year, Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of $7.11 per share and revenue of $19.58 billion, representing changes of +13.58% and -0.66%, respectively, from the prior year. Investors should also keep an eye on any recent revisions to analyst forecasts for Aptiv PLC, as these revisions typically reflect the latest short-term business trends. Upbeat changes in estimates indicate analysts' favorable outlook on the business health and profitability. From a valuation perspective, Aptiv PLC is currently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 9.36, which is a discount compared to its industry's Forward P/E of 12.12. Additionally, the stock holds a PEG ratio of 0.74, which accounts for the company's projected earnings growth and is lower than the industry average of 1.07. The Automotive - Original Equipment industry is part of the Auto-Tires-Trucks sector and has a Zacks Industry Rank of 74, putting it in the top 31% of all 250+ industries. In conclusion, investors should rely on Zacks.com to monitor all these stock-impacting metrics and more in the upcoming trading sessions. For more information and recommendations from Zacks Investment Research, download their free report on Aptiv PLC (APTV).