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Autoliv Inc(ALV)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ALV
10/30/2026: ALV (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Autoliv Inc is a global leader in automotive safety systems, specializing in airbags, seatbelts, and steering wheels. The company benefits from a strong, entrenched market position and consistent demand driven by mandatory vehicle safety regulations. Its primary growth opportunity lies in increasing safety content per vehicle and expanding into key markets like China. However, Autoliv faces risks from its cyclical dependency on global automotive production and intense pricing pressure from major manufacturer customers. The stock may suit dividend-focused or value-oriented investors who monitor global light vehicle production trends as a key indicator of the company's financial health.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Growth is tied to automotive production cycles, which limits pure, rapid growth potential. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Momentum is conditional on a positive upturn in global vehicle production cycles. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The company often trades at valuations that provide a reasonable entry point relative to its market position. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | The company maintains a reliable dividend policy suitable for income-focused portfolios. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | Cyclical exposure to the automotive industry introduces volatility that may not suit the most risk-averse. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium | Stock price is sensitive to macroeconomic news and global auto production forecasts. |
| Valuation risk | Low | The stock is generally valued based on steady-state earnings and cash flow expectations. |
| Competition risk (Automotive supplier consolidation) | Medium | Intense competition from large private and public peers keeps pressure on pricing. |
| Business quality | Strong | Autoliv has a high-quality, entrenched position as a primary safety partner for major automakers. |
| Dividend income | Medium | Dividends are stable but subject to the company's capital allocation priorities and cash flow health. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Operational efficiency and supply chain management are critical to maintaining margins. |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -5.2% | Avg. Invested days 36 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating ![]() | Upturn Advisory Performance | Stock Returns Performance |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 8.42B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 14.06 | 1Y Target Price 131.38 |
Price to earnings Ratio 14.06 | 1Y Target Price 131.38 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 833.3K shares | Beta 1.4 | 52 Weeks Range 97.72 - 131.23 | Updated Date 10/29/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 97.72 - 131.23 | Updated Date 10/29/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.01% | Basic EPS (TTM) 8.32 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Passive Safety | Airbags, seatbelts, and steering wheels sold to automotive OEMs. | The primary revenue engine, essential for vehicle safety and regulatory compliance. |
| Electronics | Crash sensors, software, and electronic control systems. | An important growth area that adds technological complexity and value to core safety products. |
| Geographic Markets | Operations in Americas, Europe, and Asia (China is a major market). | Global diversification helps mitigate regional economic slowdowns in the auto sector. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2026-10-23 | When Before Market | Estimate 2.21 | Actual 2.19 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 5.63% | Operating Margin (TTM) 9.69% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 8.37% | Return on Equity (TTM) 24.82% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 14.06 | Forward PE 10.17 | Enterprise Value 10.21B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.76 |
Enterprise Value 10.21B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.76 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.92 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.21 | Shares Outstanding 72.01M | Shares Floating 71.70M |
Shares Outstanding 72.01M | Shares Floating 71.70M | ||
Percent Insiders 0.37 | Percent Institutions 84.03 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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