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AutoZone, Inc. reports developments as a retailer and distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories in the Americas. Company updates center on domestic and international same-store sales, new store openings, gross margin and LIFO effects, commercial sales programs, and capital allocation through common stock repurchases.
AutoZone stores carry automotive hard parts, maintenance items, accessories and non-automotive products for cars, sport utility vehicles, vans and light duty trucks. News also covers its online sales channels, the ALLDATA diagnostic, repair, collision and shop management software brand, Duralast product information, annual stockholder meeting matters, and technology infrastructure initiatives such as its Google Cloud migration.
AutoZone (NYSE: AZO) held its annual Vendor Summit on June 5, 2024, in Memphis, Tennessee, recognizing 17 top suppliers for their outstanding performance and commitment to customer satisfaction. JK Fenner, a specialist in Mechanical Power Transmission products, earned the 2024 Vendor of the Year award for exceptional customer service and operational excellence. Other notable awards included the Extra Miler award for seven vendors like Baofeng and Valvoline, the Ray of Hope award to Great Neck Saw for community contributions, and the International Vendor of Excellence award to Reach Cooling for their international market insights. The WITTDTJR® award was given to seven vendors for product innovations and customer experience improvements.
AutoZone (NYSE: AZO) reported its Q3 fiscal 2024 earnings, showing net sales of $4.2 billion, up 3.5% from last year. While total company same store sales increased by 0.9%, domestic same store sales remained flat. International same store sales saw significant growth at 18.1% (constant currency basis). The gross profit margin rose to 53.5%, bolstered by higher merchandise margins and a 15 basis point non-cash LIFO favorability. Operating expenses increased to 32.2% of sales, primarily due to higher store payroll costs. Operating profit grew by 4.9% to $900.2 million, with a net income of $651.7 million and a 7.5% increase in diluted EPS to $36.69. AutoZone repurchased 242,000 shares for $734.7 million. The company opened 45 new stores, bringing the total count to 7,236.
AutoZone, Inc. (NYSE: AZO) will release its third quarter fiscal 2024 earnings on May 21, 2024. The leading retailer of automotive replacement parts in the Americas will host a conference call to discuss the results. Investors can access the call via webcast or telephone replay.
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