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Aptiv PLC(APTV)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$43.8
10/09/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for APTV

10/09/2026: APTV (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Aptiv PLC is a technology-focused supplier providing electrical and software architectures for the evolving global automotive market. The company possesses a strong position in high-voltage distribution and driver-assistance software, which are essential for electric and connected vehicles. Its primary growth story is built on the industry-wide shift toward software-defined vehicles and increasing electronic content per unit. However, Aptiv faces risks related to automotive manufacturing cyclicality, intense price competition, and the challenge of scaling complex software R&D. The stock may suit growth-oriented investors looking for exposure to automotive innovation, though it requires monitoring of global vehicle production trends and margin execution.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitAptiv provides direct exposure to the long-term trend of vehicle electrification and software-defined mobility.
Momentum investorMixed fitThis style is conditional on the stock demonstrating positive price trends aligned with sector-wide automotive recovery signals.
Value investorMixed fitThe valuation reflects premium growth expectations rather than traditional automotive hardware multiples.
Dividend investorWeak fitAptiv does not pay a cash dividend, making it unsuitable for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorWeak fitCyclical exposure to the automotive industry creates high volatility that may not suit conservative risk profiles.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highThe stock is sensitive to changes in global vehicle production forecasts and macroeconomic cycles.
Valuation riskMediumGrowth expectations are already priced into the stock, leaving little margin for error on execution.
Competition risk (Automotive Technology)HighAptiv faces competition from both traditional suppliers and tech-native software companies in the ADAS space.
Business qualityMediumThe company maintains strong engineering moats but operates in a capital-intensive industry with thin margin buffers.
Dividend incomeLow / noneInvestors receive no current income from dividends.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccessfully integrating hardware and software at scale involves significant technical and operational hurdles.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -56.18%
Avg. Invested days 23
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
APTV receives a 3-star rating, supported by strong analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
APTV has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, soft growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid cash generation (FCF margin 7.5%) is partially offset by negative earnings growth (-90.8%), moderate revenue growth (+3.5%), soft profitability (net margin 0.8%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
APTV's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $1.5B (7.5% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is APTV's strongest growth driver at +3.5% FY2025 versus FY2024 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while earnings growth (-90.8%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-5.4%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 105.1% and approximately 98.8% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.84%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 8.69%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 6.67%
Barrow Hanley Mewhinney & Strauss LLC 5.20%
State Street Corp 4.57%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 4.30%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
APTV generates approximately $166 of gross profit, $93 of operating income, and $75 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Soft margins explain the 2-star rating, with solid cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 79.46%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
APTV has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 9.09B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 43.37
1Y Target Price 65.44
Price to earnings Ratio 43.37
1Y Target Price 65.44
Volume (30-day avg) 4.4M shares
Beta 1.36
52 Weeks Range 42.56 - 88.93
Updated Date 10/11/2026
52 Weeks Range 42.56 - 88.93
Updated Date 10/11/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.01

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Advanced Safety & User ExperienceSoftware, radar, cameras, and compute platforms.Selling the intelligence and sensors that help cars see and process data.
Signal & Power SolutionsWiring, connectors, and high-voltage systems.The essential 'nervous system' required to power every modern electric vehicle.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

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Valuation

Trailing PE 43.37
Forward PE 6.39
Enterprise Value 14.30B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.44
Enterprise Value 14.30B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.44
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.7
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.23
Shares Outstanding 207.63M
Shares Floating 205.04M
Shares Outstanding 207.63M
Shares Floating 205.04M
Percent Insiders 0.84
Percent Institutions 105.07

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon 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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