Motorcar Parts of America (MPAA) Stock Overview
Operates as a supplier of automotive aftermarket non-discretionary replacement parts and test solutions and diagnostic equipment in the United States. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 3/6 |
| Future Growth | 1/6 |
| Past Performance | 2/6 |
| Financial Health | 2/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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US$39.23
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60.8% undervalued intrinsic discount7.00%
Revenue growth p.a.
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Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. Competitors
Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
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| Current Share Price | US$15.36 |
| 52 Week High | US$18.12 |
| 52 Week Low | US$9.29 |
| Beta | 1.21 |
| 1 Month Change | 40.79% |
| 3 Month Change | 43.02% |
| 1 Year Change | 57.38% |
| 3 Year Change | 119.74% |
| 5 Year Change | -32.93% |
| Change since IPO | 98.19% |
Recent News & Updates
Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • Jun 08
Motorcar Parts of America: Not Perfect, But Attractive
Summary Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. specializes in automotive aftermarket electrical components, brake products, diagnostics, and heavy-duty applications. I previously rated MPAA a Sell due to earnings declines, negative sentiment, and industry headwinds despite operational improvements. Upgrading to Hold reflected MPAA management's progress in efficiency, margin expansion, and product diversification, though cash flow and FX volatility remained concerns. MPAA shares have risen approximately 40% following earnings, reflecting evolving operational, market dynamics and now a bullish stance. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Feb 12
Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. Just Reported A Surprise Profit And Analysts Updated Their Estimates
One of the biggest stories of last week was how Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MPAA ) shares plunged 24% in...
Narrative Update • Feb 11
MPAA: Buyback Expansion Will Drive Future Upside Despite Elevated P/E
Analysts have maintained their $20.00 price target for Motorcar Parts of America, citing updated assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E ratio as the basis for keeping this target unchanged. What's in the News Motorcar Parts of America issued earnings guidance for fiscal 2026, with sales expected between $750 million and $760 million, reflecting reduced ordering from a large customer tied to store closures and distribution center consolidation (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Jan 27
MPAA: Expanded Buyback Authorization Will Support Future Upside Despite Rich P/E
Analysts kept their fair value estimate for Motorcar Parts of America steady at US$20.00, with only minor adjustments to inputs such as the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions. This indicates that their overall view on the stock's valuation is essentially unchanged.Narrative Update • Jan 09
MPAA: Expanded Buybacks Will Support Future Upside Despite Rich Earnings Multiple
Analysts have modestly refined their price target framework for Motorcar Parts of America, keeping fair value around $20.00 while adjusting inputs such as discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and assumed future P/E to better align with their latest assumptions. What's in the News On December 8, 2025, Motorcar Parts of America expanded its equity buyback authorization by an additional $20 million, bringing the total plan authorization to $57 million (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Dec 24
MPAA: Expanded Buybacks Will Drive Future Upside Despite Margin Headwinds
Narrative Update on Motorcar Parts of America Analysts have modestly revised their price target for Motorcar Parts of America to $20.00, reflecting slightly higher growth expectations, but a sharply lower projected profit margin that tempers valuation assumptions. What's in the News Expanded share repurchase authorization by an additional $20 million on December 8, 2025, bringing the total equity buyback program to $57 million (company announcement) Repurchased 90,114 shares between July 1 and September 30, 2025, for $1.39 million, lifting cumulative buybacks under the June 14, 2016 authorization to 1,667,051 shares, or 8.67% of outstanding shares, at a total cost of $26.93 million (company filing) Valuation Changes Fair Value: Unchanged at $20.00 per share, indicating no revision to the long term intrinsic value estimate.Narrative Update • Dec 10
MPAA: Share Repurchases Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have nudged their price target for Motorcar Parts of America slightly higher, now valuing the shares at approximately $20.00, reflecting modestly improved long term growth and profitability assumptions, despite largely unchanged core forecasts. What's in the News Completed a long running share repurchase program, buying back a total of 1,667,051 shares (about 8.67% of outstanding stock) for approximately $26.93 million under the authorization announced in June 2016 (company buyback update) During the most recent tranche from July 1, 2025 to September 30, 2025, repurchased 90,114 shares (roughly 0.47% of shares outstanding) for about $1.39 million (company buyback update) Valuation Changes Fair Value: Unchanged at approximately $20.00 per share, indicating stable long term intrinsic value assumptions.Analysis Article • Dec 03
Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. (NASDAQ:MPAA) May Have Run Too Fast Too Soon With Recent 26% Price Plummet
Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MPAA ) shareholders won't be pleased to see that the share price has had a...Narrative Update • Nov 26
MPAA: Share Repurchases And Lower Discount Rate Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have revised their price target for Motorcar Parts of America slightly upward, increasing it from $20.00 to $20.00. They cite stable revenue growth expectations and updated market discount rates as key factors in their assessment.Analysis Article • Nov 17
The Strong Earnings Posted By Motorcar Parts of America (NASDAQ:MPAA) Are A Good Indication Of The Strength Of The Business
Investors were underwhelmed by the solid earnings posted by Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MPAA ) recently...Narrative Update • Nov 12
MPAA: Future Earnings Multiple Expansion Will Drive Share Price Higher
Analysts have raised their price target for Motorcar Parts of America from $18.00 to $20.00. This reflects an updated outlook that incorporates changes to key valuation inputs such as a higher discount rate and future price-to-earnings expectations, despite slightly lower projected revenue growth and profit margins.Analysis Article • Sep 03
Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. (NASDAQ:MPAA) Stock Rockets 43% As Investors Are Less Pessimistic Than Expected
Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MPAA ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 43% after a shaky...Narrative Update • Aug 15
Rising Vehicle Longevity And Remanufacturing Will Expand Market Opportunities
Owing to stable outlooks for both revenue growth (6.2% per annum) and future P/E (8.64x), analyst sentiment remains unchanged with the consensus price target holding steady at $18.00. What's in the News Motorcar Parts of America raised fiscal 2026 sales guidance to $800–$820 million and reaffirmed operating income guidance of $86–$91 million, citing strong year-to-date performance, tariff passthroughs, and cost mitigation.Analysis Article • Aug 14
Results: Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. Exceeded Expectations And The Consensus Lifted This Year's Outlook
NasdaqGS:MPAA 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Motorcar Parts of America's Fair Values from the Community and...Analysis Article • Jul 01
Motorcar Parts of America (NASDAQ:MPAA) Takes On Some Risk With Its Use Of Debt
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...Analysis Article • May 21
After Leaping 28% Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. (NASDAQ:MPAA) Shares Are Not Flying Under The Radar
Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MPAA ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a...Analysis Article • May 14
Returns Are Gaining Momentum At Motorcar Parts of America (NASDAQ:MPAA)
What are the early trends we should look for to identify a stock that could multiply in value over the long term...
New Narrative • Apr 04
Brake Initiatives And Production Efficiency Will Secure Future Success
Growth in brake-related products, improved production efficiency, and reduced foreign exchange expenses are expected to boost revenue and profitability.Analysis Article • Mar 06
There's Reason For Concern Over Motorcar Parts of America, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:MPAA) Massive 61% Price Jump
Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MPAA ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a...Analysis Article • Feb 05
Here's Why Motorcar Parts of America (NASDAQ:MPAA) Is Weighed Down By Its Debt Load
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...Analysis Article • Jan 11
We Like These Underlying Return On Capital Trends At Motorcar Parts of America (NASDAQ:MPAA)
Finding a business that has the potential to grow substantially is not easy, but it is possible if we look at a few key...Analysis Article • Nov 26
Revenues Not Telling The Story For Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. (NASDAQ:MPAA) After Shares Rise 25%
Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MPAA ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a...Seeking Alpha • Oct 19
Motorcar Parts of America On A Bumpy Ride, Investors May Want To Steer Clear
Summary Motorcar Parts of America has expanded its product range and operations but continues to struggle with long-standing financial issues and poor stock performance. Despite global expansion and diversified offerings, MPAA's stock has plummeted over 83% since 2016, with no dividends to soften the blow. Recent financials show some growth, but ongoing earnings decline, market sentiment, and industry pressures make MPAA a risky investment. Given the consistent underperformance and lack of clear recovery signs, I rate MPAA a "Sell" and recommend exploring more stable investment options. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Oct 09
There Is A Reason Motorcar Parts of America, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:MPAA) Price Is Undemanding
You may think that with a price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.2x Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MPAA ) is a...Analysis Article • Jul 14
Motorcar Parts of America (NASDAQ:MPAA) Is Doing The Right Things To Multiply Its Share Price
Finding a business that has the potential to grow substantially is not easy, but it is possible if we look at a few key...Seeking Alpha • Jun 20
Motorcar Parts of America: Pressure On Net Sales And Market Outlook Uncertain
Summary Motorcar Parts of America has seen downward pressure in net sales in the most recent quarter. In my view, the outlook for the aftermarket parts market remains uncertain. I rate Motorcar Parts Of America as a hold at this time. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jun 08
The Bottom Fishing Club: Motorcar Parts Of America, Recession-Like Deep Value
Summary The Motorcar Parts of America stock quote has declined significantly due to increased debt/interest expense, plus fears of recession. Enterprise valuations are now very low and the same as experienced during past recessions and business cycle bottoms. A double in share pricing to $10 is possible either through a swing back toward normalized investment valuations or a takeover/take private offer. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • May 11
Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By Motorcar Parts of America, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:MPAA) Low P/S
You may think that with a price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.1x Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MPAA ) is a...Seeking Alpha • Apr 23
Motorcar Parts Of America: Higher Rates Detracting From Improving Fundamentals
Summary Motorcar Parts of America's business fundamentals have been improving due to demand tailwinds related to an aging vehicle fleet and an increase in miles driven per vehicle. Despite these tailwinds, higher interest rates have put downward pressure on earnings due to MPA's accounts receivable discount program. I believe this is creating an opportunity for investors to take advantage of short-term worries to purchase the stock at a low valuation with attractive upside. I see a credible case for the stock to reach $8.25 based on EBITDA of $72mm in FY2025, a 5x multiple and $200mm of net debt. This is supported by positive industry fundamentals as confirmed by earnings from Genuine Parts Company, and by past private equity transactions involving industry peers. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Mar 20
Does Motorcar Parts of America (NASDAQ:MPAA) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Analysis Article • Dec 16
Motorcar Parts of America's (NASDAQ:MPAA) Returns On Capital Not Reflecting Well On The Business
If we want to find a potential multi-bagger, often there are underlying trends that can provide clues. Typically, we'll...Analysis Article • Oct 19
Motorcar Parts of America (NASDAQ:MPAA) Has No Shortage Of Debt
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Shareholder Returns
| MPAA | US Auto Components | US Market | |
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| 7D | 1.8% | -3.5% | 1.4% |
| 1Y | 57.4% | 14.0% | 25.7% |
Return vs Industry: MPAA exceeded the US Auto Components industry which returned 14% over the past year.
Return vs Market: MPAA exceeded the US Market which returned 25.7% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| MPAA volatility | |
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| MPAA Average Weekly Movement | 11.3% |
| Auto Components Industry Average Movement | 7.4% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.8% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.1% |
Stable Share Price: MPAA's share price has been volatile over the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: MPAA's weekly volatility (11%) has been stable over the past year, but is still higher than 75% of US stocks.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | 5,600 | Selwyn Joffe | www.motorcarparts.com |
Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. operates as a supplier of automotive aftermarket non-discretionary replacement parts and test solutions and diagnostic equipment in the United States. It operates through three segments: Hard Parts, Test Solutions and Diagnostic Equipment, and Heavy Duty. The company offers light duty rotating electrical products, including alternators and starters; wheel hub assemblies and bearings; and brake-related products comprising brake calipers, brake boosters, brake rotors, brake pads, and brake master cylinders.
Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| MPAA fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$290.69m |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$12.39m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$789.81m |
23.5x
P/E Ratio0.4x
P/S RatioIs MPAA overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| MPAA income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$789.81m |
| Cost of Revenue | US$627.33m |
| Gross Profit | US$162.47m |
| Other Expenses | US$150.08m |
| Earnings | US$12.39m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 0.65 |
| Gross Margin | 20.57% |
| Net Profit Margin | 1.57% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 50.2% |
How did MPAA perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/21 12:51 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/18 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
Unless specified all financial data is based on a yearly period but updated quarterly. This is known as Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) or Last Twelve Month (LTM) Data. Learn more.
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Analyst Sources
Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. is covered by 8 analysts. 2 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Sarkis Sherbetchyan | B. Riley Securities, Inc. |
| Derek Soderberg | Cantor Fitzgerald & Co. |
| Steven Dyer | Craig-Hallum Capital Group LLC |