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For more than 30 years, Cabling Installation & Maintenance has provided useful, practical information to professionals responsible for the specification, design, installation and management of structured cabling systems serving enterprise, data center and other environments. These professionals are challenged to stay informed of constantly evolving standards, system-design and installation approaches, product and system capabilities, technologies, as well as applications that rely on high-performance structured cabling systems. Our editors synthesize these complex issues into multiple information products. This portfolio of information products provides concrete detail that improves the efficiency of day-to-day operations, and equips cabling professionals with the perspective that enables strategic planning for networks’ optimum long-term performance.

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3 Big Reasons to Love AutoZone (AZO)

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Although AutoZone (currently trading at $4,028 per share) has gained 12.9% over the last six months, it has trailed the S&P 500’s 26.5% return during that period. This was partly due to its softer quarterly results and may have investors wondering how to approach the situation.

Taking into account the weaker price action, is now a good time to buy AZO? Find out in our full research report, it’s free for active Edge members.

Why Are We Positive On AutoZone?

Aiming to be a one-stop shop for the DIY customer, AutoZone (NYSE: AZO) is an auto parts and accessories retailer that sells everything from car batteries to windshield wiper fluid to brake pads.

1. New Stores Popping Up Gradually, Supports Growth

The number of stores a retailer operates is a critical driver of how quickly company-level sales can grow.

AutoZone operated 7,657 locations in the latest quarter. It has opened new stores quickly over the last two years, averaging 3.2% annual growth, faster than the broader consumer retail sector.

When a retailer opens new stores, it usually means it’s investing for growth because demand is greater than supply, especially in areas where consumers may not have a store within reasonable driving distance.

AutoZone Operating Locations

2. Elite Gross Margin Powers Best-In-Class Business Model

We prefer higher gross margins because they not only make it easier to generate more operating profits but also indicate product differentiation, negotiating leverage, and pricing power.

AutoZone has best-in-class unit economics for a retailer, enabling it to invest in areas such as marketing and talent. As you can see below, it averaged an elite 52.9% gross margin over the last two years. That means for every $100 in revenue, only $47.14 went towards paying for inventory, transportation, and distribution. AutoZone Trailing 12-Month Gross Margin

3. Operating Margin Reveals a Well-Run Organization

Operating margin is an important measure of profitability for retailers as it accounts for all expenses necessary to run a store, including wages, inventory, rent, advertising, and other administrative costs.

AutoZone has been a well-oiled machine over the last two years. It demonstrated elite profitability for a consumer retail business, boasting an average operating margin of 19.8%. This result isn’t surprising as its high gross margin gives it a favorable starting point.

AutoZone Trailing 12-Month Operating Margin (GAAP)

Final Judgment

These are just a few reasons AutoZone is a rock-solid business worth owning. With its shares lagging the market recently, the stock trades at 26.1× forward P/E (or $4,028 per share). Is now a good time to initiate a position? See for yourself in our in-depth research report, it’s free for active Edge members.

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