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CarParts.Com Inc(PRTS)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for PRTS
09/25/2026: PRTS (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
CarParts.Com Inc is a digital-first retailer specializing in the automotive aftermarket, selling a wide variety of parts and accessories directly to consumers. The company's primary strength lies in its specialized e-commerce model and ongoing efforts to optimize its supply chain and distribution network. While the company has a recognizable online brand, it faces substantial risks from intense competition by major e-commerce platforms and established automotive retailers. Investors should monitor profitability metrics and marketing efficiency as key indicators of performance. This stock may suit growth-oriented investors with a higher risk tolerance, as the company seeks to build a sustainable position in a challenging, competitive industry.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The company offers potential for scaling its digital retail model but faces stiff competition. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Momentum may be inconsistent; investors should look for positive technical signals or earnings surprises. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Valuation depends heavily on the company's ability to achieve consistent profitability. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not pay dividends as it prioritizes growth capital. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | High volatility and intense competition make this a higher-risk investment. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The stock has experienced significant fluctuations common to small-cap e-commerce entities. |
| Valuation risk | Medium / high | Profitability remains a core concern for long-term valuation assessment. |
| Competition risk (Marketplaces/Retailers) | High | Large scale competitors like Amazon and established auto parts retailers exert significant pricing and service pressure. |
| Business quality | Medium | The business model is efficient but faces structural challenges in a crowded retail market. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | Investors should not expect income from this equity. |
| Execution risk | Medium / high | Success depends on managing warehouse logistics and digital marketing spend effectively. |
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 22.07% | Avg. Invested days 23 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/25/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 69.33M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 10.85 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 10.85 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 69.4K shares | Beta 0.71 | 52 Weeks Range 3.72 - 10.98 | Updated Date 09/27/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 3.72 - 10.98 | Updated Date 09/27/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -4.25 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| E-commerce Retail | Sale of aftermarket parts through the company website and third-party marketplaces. | The company generates revenue by selling auto parts directly to online buyers, aiming for margin efficiency. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 909.09 | Enterprise Value 76.89M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.13 |
Enterprise Value 76.89M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.13 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.15 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 25.01 | Shares Outstanding 8.10M | Shares Floating 6.93M |
Shares Outstanding 8.10M | Shares Floating 6.93M | ||
Percent Insiders 16.09 | Percent Institutions 12.83 |
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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.
About CarParts.Com Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquarters Long Beach, CA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2007-02-09 | CEO & Director Mr. David Meniane CPA | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Auto Parts | Full time employees 1186 | Website https://www.carparts.com |
Full time employees 1186 | Website https://www.carparts.com | ||
CarParts.com, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as an online retailer of aftermarket auto parts and accessories in the United States and the Philippines. The company offers replacement parts, such as body panels, lighting components, cooling parts, and mirrors; hard parts comprising engine, chassis, drivetrain, suspension, braking, electrical, and other mechanical components necessary for vehicle operation; and other parts and accessories, such as suspension kits, towing equipment, lift kits, and other products under the Carparts.com, Kool-Vue, JC Whitney, Evan Fischer, SureStop, TrueDrive, DriveWire, and DriveMotive brands. It distributes its products through multiple channels, such as direct-to-consumer e-commerce platforms, online marketplaces, specialty retailers, wholesale distributors, and traditional brick-and-mortar stores. The company was formerly known as U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc. and changed its name to CarParts.com, Inc. in July 2020. CarParts.com, Inc. was incorporated in 1995 and is headquartered in Long Beach, California.
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