CarParts.com, Inc.
PRTS · NASDAQ
Analyst ratings
hold · 1 ratings
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Price target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 8, 2026 | RBC Capital | Maintains | Sector Perform | $6.00 |
| March 6, 2026 | RBC Capital | Maintains | Sector Perform | $5.00 |
Revenue trajectory and turnaround potential
Analyst consensus sits at 60% buy ratings with no sell recommendations, and DA Davidson initiated coverage with a Buy rating and a $19 price target. Recent Q1 2026 earnings beat expectations, and the newly secured $25 million credit facility signals improving financial stability and confidence in operational recovery.
Revenue has declined sharply from $676M in 2023 to $548M in 2025, with persistent negative net income margins. The company posted a net loss of $50.44M in 2025, and analysts forecast an earnings decrease next year of $2.29 per share, raising serious concerns about the sustainability of the business model.
Profitability outlook and path to breakeven
CarParts.com beat Q1 2026 earnings expectations with a net loss of only -$0.30 per share, suggesting cost control measures are gaining traction. A reverse stock split and new credit facility aim to stabilize operations, and analysts estimate an earnings increase of $0.61 per share for the current fiscal year.
The Financhill Stock Score stands at a weak 18/100, with the stock trading below its 5, 20, and 50-day exponential moving averages under strong selling pressure. Cash burn and negative profitability metrics persist, and investors face significant downside risk if the turnaround falters amid weak cash flow.
Competitive positioning and long-term market viability
CarParts.com operates a scaled online aftermarket auto parts network with a consensus price target of $6.00, representing ~13.2% upside. Some analysts see immense upside and even takeover potential, given the company's established e-commerce infrastructure and mobile platform investments in a large and growing aftermarket parts market.
Analyst sentiment remains cautious, with only 31% buy ratings in some assessments, reflecting persistent competitive and regulatory pressures. Seeking Alpha analyses consistently highlight that risks overshadow the value play, and that the company continues to suffer from structural challenges that have suppressed performance since the post-COVID period.