27m agoThe FlyBEARISH 22General
Why Is LKQ CORP (LKQ) Stock Down Today?
By the Top Tier Newswire AI Desk · July 31, 2026 at 8:44 AM ET · reviewed against 13 wire stories
LKQ CORP (LKQ) is down -20.25% in the latest session. Our newswire has captured 13 stories on LKQ across 8 sources in the last 36 hours, with AI sentiment reading bearish (avg 39/100).
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LKQ stock closed down 14.36% at $22.60 on July 30, 2026, following a weak Q2 earnings report and a cut to full-year guidance. The company reported adjusted earnings per share of $0.67, below the $0.71 estimate, and revenue of $3.408 billion, missing the $3.479 billion forecast. LKQ also lowered its FY2026 adjusted EPS guidance from $2.90, $3.20 to $2.60, $2.90 and GAAP EPS guidance from $2.16, $2.46 to $1.78, $2.08. The stock opened with a small 0.7% gap up at $22.75 but quickly fell to a session low of $22.73.
What Happened
LKQ’s Q2 earnings call revealed ongoing challenges in its European operations due to ERP system disruptions, which impacted results and led to a revised full-year outlook. North America and Specialty segments showed resilience, but the company’s overall performance fell short of expectations. LKQ also announced a $0.30 quarterly dividend, matching the previous payout, which yielded a forward dividend yield of 5.55%. Despite the dividend, the stock sank 16% in early trading, reflecting investor disappointment with the earnings miss and revised guidance.
What The Data Shows
LKQ’s market cap is $6.8 billion, with a P/E ratio of 11.3 and a 52-week range of $21.17 to $37.13. The stock has a beta of 0.82 and a dividend yield of 4.52%. Intraday trading showed minimal volume and a narrow price range, with the stock opening at $22.75 and closing the session at $22.73. Recent congressional trades involving former President Donald J. Trump included one sale and two purchases of LKQ stock in the last 90 days, with the most recent filing on July 1, 2026.
What To Watch
LKQ has no upcoming earnings date to note, but investors will closely monitor coverage breadth and any updates on its European ERP recovery plan.
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LKQ by the numbers
Last: $17.92Session: -20.25%7 sessions: +1.31%Coverage: 13 stories / 8 sourcesAI sentiment: 39/100 (bearish)Mkt cap: $6.8BP/E: 11.352w: $21.17 to $37.13
The headlines behind the move
1h agoWSJ BusinessBEARISH 31General
LKQ Ousts CEO, Warns of Third-Quarter Shortfall
The automotive parts-and-services company ousted its chief executive and launched a review of its European operations after a disappointing quarterly performance. Shares sank.
1h agoThe FlyBEARISH 34Earnings
LKQ Corp. withdraws FY26 guidance
1h agoThe FlyBEARISH 44General
LKQ Corp. CEO Justin Jude to depart, Salvatore Abbate to succeed
1h agoBusiness InsiderBEARISH 34Earnings
LKQ shares dip after Q3 preliminary results miss
LKQ previews weak Q3 results, withdraws 2026 guidance, and names a new CEO.
1h agoThe FlyBEARISH 28Earnings
LKQ Corp. reports preliminary Q3 adjusted EPS 47c-53c, consensus 69c
2h agoMarketChameleonBEARISH 34Earnings
LKQ Flags Europe as the Weak Link as It Withdraws 2026 Guidance and Names a New CEO October 23, 2026
LKQ released preliminary Q3 2026 results that it said were driven by significant underperformance in Europe, including a 9.8% organic decline in Europe parts and services and Europe EBITDA margin expected at 4.1% to 5.1% versus 10.0% last year. The company also announced a CEO transition effective December 15, 2026, retained Alvarez & Marsal to advise on European operations, and withdrew full-year 2026 guidance.
2h agoInvesting.com MarketsBEARISH 32General
Why is LKQ stock crashing today?
Why is LKQ stock crashing today?
2h agoInvesting.com MarketsBEARISH 22Earnings
LKQ stock tumbles 10% on weak Q3 results, CEO departure
LKQ stock tumbles 10% on weak Q3 results, CEO departure
2h agoSEC 8-KNEUTRAL 50General
LKQ CORP (LKQ) files 8-K
Filed: 2026-10-23 AccNo: 0001065696-26-000047 Size: 312 KB Item 2.02: Results of Operations and Financial Condition Item 5.02: Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers: Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers Item 7.01: Regulation FD Disclosure Item 9.01: Financial Statements and Exhibits
Frequently asked questions
Why is LKQ stock down today?
LKQ CORP (LKQ) is down -20.25% in the latest session. Our newswire has captured 13 stories on LKQ across 8 sources in the last 36 hours, with AI sentiment reading bearish (avg 39/100). The most recent driver: "LKQ Corp. falls -19.9%" (The Fly).
Is LKQ a buy right now?
Top Tier Newswire does not give financial advice. Our AI sentiment across the last 36 hours of LKQ coverage reads 39/100 over 13 stories; treat it as a research signal and do your own diligence.
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