Every 8-K that LKQ Corporation (LKQ) has filed with the SEC in the last 24 months is listed below, newest first, and each one links through to the document itself with the summary and the scores our analysis gives it.
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LKQ Corporation reported second quarter 2026 revenue of $3.41 billion, down 3.0% from $3.51 billion a year earlier. Net income attributable to stockholders was $136 million, compared with $192 million, and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations were $0.52 versus $0.72. Adjusted diluted EPS from continuing operations was $0.67 compared with $0.84. For the first half of 2026, revenue was $6.88 billion, slightly above $6.84 billion, while diluted EPS from continuing operations declined to $0.82 from $1.33.
Operating cash flow was $111 million in the quarter and $55 million year-to-date, with free cash flow of $60 million for the quarter and negative $36 million for the first six months. As of June 30, 2026, total debt was $4.0 billion and total leverage was 2.8x EBITDA. The company returned $207 million to shareholders in the first half via repurchases and dividends and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.30 per share.
Management revised 2026 guidance downward, projecting organic parts and services revenue growth of (3.0%) to (1.0%), diluted EPS from continuing operations of $1.78–$2.08, and adjusted diluted EPS of $2.60–$2.90. The outlook also calls for operating cash flow of $825–$1,025 million and free cash flow of $625–$775 million. A strategic review, including a possible sale of the Specialty segment or the entire company, remains ongoing with no set timetable.
LKQ Corporation reported results from its May 6, 2026 Annual Meeting and changes to its governing documents. Stockholders approved a charter amendment giving holders of at least 25% of the common stock the right to request a special meeting, effective May 8, 2026. The board simultaneously adopted amended bylaws to set ownership and procedural requirements for such special-meeting requests.
All eight director nominees were elected, Deloitte & Touche LLP was ratified as independent auditor for fiscal 2026, and an advisory vote approved 2025 executive compensation. The charter amendment on special meeting rights received 232,193,525 votes for and 258,607 against.
LKQ Corporation reported mixed first quarter 2026 results, with revenue up but profit down sharply. Revenue rose 4.3% to $3,469 million, driven mainly by foreign exchange, while parts and services organic revenue fell 1.6%.
Net income from continuing operations dropped to $77 million from $158 million, and diluted EPS fell to $0.30 from $0.61, hurt by a $44 million impairment on the Mekonomen equity method investment and higher restructuring and transaction costs. Adjusted diluted EPS declined to $0.67 from $0.74.
Operating cash flow was negative $56 million and free cash flow was negative $96 million for the quarter. The company distributed $77 million in dividends and declared a second-quarter cash dividend of $0.30 per share. The Board previously launched a comprehensive review of strategic alternatives with external financial advisors. Management reaffirmed most of its 2026 outlook but narrowed GAAP diluted EPS guidance to $2.16–$2.46, while keeping adjusted EPS guidance at $2.90–$3.20 and free cash flow guidance at $700–$850 million.
LKQ Corporation reported that director Patrick Berard has decided not to be nominated for re-election to its Board of Directors. He informed the company of his decision on March 3, 2026. Berard will continue serving as a director until LKQ’s 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which is expected to be held in May 2026.
LKQ Corporation reported softer 2025 results but strong cash generation and launched a strategic review. Revenue for 2025 was $13.7 billion, down 1.3% from 2024, while diluted EPS from continuing operations fell to $2.31 from $2.53. Adjusted diluted EPS declined to $3.01 from $3.39.
Fourth quarter 2025 revenue was $3.3 billion, up 2.7% year over year, but diluted EPS dropped to $0.29 from $0.58, with adjusted EPS at $0.59 versus $0.78. A $52 million goodwill impairment weighed on profitability. Segment EBITDA margins compressed across North America and Europe.
Despite earnings pressure, LKQ generated $1.1 billion of operating cash flow and $847 million of free cash flow, used $469 million in 2025 for buybacks and dividends, and ended the year with $3.7 billion of debt and total leverage of 2.4x EBITDA. The board is conducting a comprehensive review of strategic alternatives and has already sold the former Self Service segment and begun exploring a potential sale of the Specialty segment.
Management approved a restructuring plan expected to incur $60–$70 million of charges and deliver more than $50 million of annualized cost savings, with over half anticipated in 2026. For 2026, LKQ guides to organic parts and services revenue growth between -0.5% and 1.5%, diluted EPS of $2.35–$2.65, adjusted diluted EPS of $2.90–$3.20, operating cash flow of $900 million–$1.1 billion, and free cash flow of $700–$850 million. The board also declared a quarterly dividend of $0.30 per share.
LKQ Corporation has launched a comprehensive review of strategic alternatives, as disclosed in a current report. The company announced this process through a press release dated January 26, 2026, which is included as an exhibit. A strategic alternatives review typically means the board and management are evaluating different paths for the business, which can include remaining independent or considering other potential transactions, though no specific options are described here. The filing mainly serves to formally notify investors that this broad evaluation is underway.
LKQ Corporation has updated its main borrowing agreements to push out debt maturities. The company and its lenders entered Amendment No. 5 to its Credit Agreement, extending the revolving credit facility "Revolving Credit Maturity Date" to December 17, 2030, while keeping the term loan maturity at January 5, 2027. LKQ also signed CAD Note Amendment No. 4 to its Term Loan Credit Agreement, moving that loan’s "Maturity Date" to March 17, 2029 and aligning terms with the revised Credit Agreement. Earlier amendments dated November 26, 2025 adjusted the definition of "UK Joint Venture" and made related conforming changes, which LKQ characterizes as not material on their own but is now disclosing in full for investor transparency.
LKQ Corporation announced a planned Board change. Director Jody G. Miller notified the company that she will step down from the Board of Directors effective January 1, 2026. The update comes via a current report and reflects a governance transition at the start of the new year.
LKQ’s common stock trades on the Nasdaq under LKQ, and its 4.125% Notes due 2031 trade under LKQ31. No additional management or transaction details are included in this update.
LKQ Corporation furnished a press release announcing its third quarter 2025 financial results and 2025 financial outlook. The press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 and incorporated by reference. The company noted the information is furnished, not filed, under the Exchange Act.
LKQ also referenced non-GAAP financial information used in the press release and related conference call, with reconciliations to comparable GAAP measures provided in the release and the accompanying slide presentation available at www.lkqcorp.com.
LKQ Corporation has completed the sale of its Self Service segment, known as “Pick Your Part,” to an affiliate of Pacific Avenue Capital Partners, LLC. The transaction values the business at an enterprise value of $410 million, with the final price subject to customary purchase price adjustments. This move represents a strategic divestiture of LKQ’s self-service auto parts operations to a financial sponsor buyer. The company also issued a press release on October 1, 2025 confirming the closing of the deal.
LKQ Corporation entered into a definitive agreement to sell its Self Service segment, known as “Pick Your Part,” to an affiliate of Pacific Avenue Capital Partners, LLC.
The deal values Pick Your Part at an enterprise value of $410 million, subject to customary post-closing purchase price adjustments. LKQ also issued a press release announcing the agreement, which is included as an exhibit to the report.
LKQ Corporation reported a planned change in its Board leadership. On August 20, 2025, Chairman Guhan Subramanian informed the Board that he will step down as Chairman once his successor is appointed and will retire from the Board on January 1, 2026.
On the same day, the Board appointed John Mendel as the new Chairman of the Board, effective immediately. Mr. Subramanian will continue to serve as a Director until his retirement date, providing continuity during the transition. The company issued a press release about Mr. Mendel’s appointment, furnished as Exhibit 99.1.