CarParts.com (PRTS) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

CarParts.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: PRTS) operates as a leading e-commerce provider of aftermarket auto parts and accessories in the United States. The company’s digital platform offers an extensive selection of replacement parts, collision components, mechanical parts, performance products and accessories for a wide range of domestic and import vehicles. Utilizing an integrated approach that combines proprietary technology, data analytics and a network of strategically located distribution centers, CarParts.com delivers next-day or two-day shipping to customers across the continental U.S.

Founded in 1995 as U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc., the company rebranded to CarParts.com in 2018 to capitalize on growing online demand and strengthen its consumer-facing identity. Over the years, CarParts.com has invested heavily in its logistics infrastructure, including automated fulfillment centers in California, Georgia and Texas, as well as last-mile delivery partnerships to improve order accuracy and speed. Its focus on inventory transparency and predictive stocking models has helped reduce delivery times and enhance customer satisfaction.

Headquartered in Carson, California, CarParts.com serves both do-it-yourself (DIY) enthusiasts and do-it-for-me (DIFM) customers, including individual consumers, repair shops and collision centers. The company’s website features detailed product diagrams, installation guides and customer reviews, enabling shoppers to make informed decisions. In addition to its domestic footprint, CarParts.com has expanded cross-border shipping capabilities to Canada, further broadening its geographic reach and market penetration.

Under the leadership of CEO Jim Hallett, who joined the company in 2018, CarParts.com has focused on digital innovation and customer experience enhancements. The executive team also includes CFO Steve Buss, Vice President of Technology Misha Gajjar and Chief Supply Chain Officer Andrew Mena. Together, they continue to refine the company’s omni-channel strategy, leveraging machine learning and advanced analytics to streamline operations and support long-term growth in the competitive online auto parts marketplace.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $0.77 to $0.79
• 50-Day Range: $0.74 to $0.93
• 52-Week Range: $0.68 to $1.45
• Volume: 233,701 shs
• Average Volume: 596,440 shs
• Market Capitalization: $45.55 million
• P/E Ratio: N/A
• Dividend Yield: N/A
• Price Target: $1.93
• Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy

CarParts.com Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

CarParts.com scored higher than 63% of companies evaluated by MarketBeat, and ranked 37th out of 87 stocks in the auto/tires/trucks sector. Scores are calculated by averaging available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

Analyst's Opinion

• Score: 3.3 / 5
• Analyst Rating: Moderate Buy

Consensus Rating

CarParts.com has received a consensus rating of Moderate Buy. The company's average rating score is 2.67, and is based on 2 buy ratings, 1 hold rating, and no sell ratings.

Amount of Analyst Coverage

CarParts.com has only been the subject of 1 research reports in the past 90 days.

Earnings and Valuation

• Score: 0.6 / 5
• Proj. Earnings Growth: N/A

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market

The P/E ratio of CarParts.com is -0.89, which means that its earnings are negative and its P/E ratio cannot be compared to companies with positive earnings.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector

The P/E ratio of CarParts.com is -0.89, which means that its earnings are negative and its P/E ratio cannot be compared to companies with positive earnings.

Price to Book Value per Share Ratio

CarParts.com has a P/B Ratio of 0.52. P/B Ratios below 1 indicate that a company could be undervalued with respect to its assets and liabilities.

Short Interest

• Score: 3.0 / 5
• Short Interest Level: Healthy

Percentage of Shares Shorted

0.77% of the float of CarParts.com has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

CarParts.com has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 0.7, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in CarParts.com has recently increased by 4.85%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing.

Dividend

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• Dividend Strength: N/A

Dividend Yield

CarParts.com does not currently pay a dividend.

Dividend Growth

CarParts.com does not have a long track record of dividend growth.

Sustainability and ESG

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• Environmental Score: -1.63

Percentage of Shares Shorted

0.77% of the float of CarParts.com has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

CarParts.com has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 0.7, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in CarParts.com has recently increased by 4.85%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing.

News and Social Media

• Score: 1.1 / 5
• News Sentiment: 0.00

News Coverage This Week

MarketBeat has tracked 2 news articles for CarParts.com this week, compared to 2 articles on an average week.

Search Interest

14 people have searched for PRTS on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is an increase of 8% compared to the previous 30 days.

MarketBeat Follows

1 people have added CarParts.com to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days.

Company Ownership

• Score: 1.7 / 5
• Insider Trading: N/A

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling

In the past three months, CarParts.com insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.

Percentage Held by Insiders

Only 9.70% of the stock of CarParts.com is held by insiders.

Percentage Held by Institutions

75.30% of the stock of CarParts.com is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company.

PRTS Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have PRTS shares performed this year?

CarParts.com's stock was trading at $1.08 at the beginning of 2025. Since then, PRTS shares have decreased by 29.2% and is now trading at $0.7650.

How were CarParts.com's earnings last quarter?

CarParts.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:PRTS) announced its earnings results on Tuesday, May, 13th. The specialty retailer reported ($0.27) EPS for the quarter, missing analysts' consensus estimates of ($0.12) by $0.15. The specialty retailer had revenue of $147.38 million for the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $146.14 million. CarParts.com had a negative trailing twelve-month return on equity of 55.04% and a negative net margin of 8.67%.
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How do I buy shares of CarParts.com?

Shares of PRTS stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.

What other stocks do shareholders of CarParts.com own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that CarParts.com investors own include Waste Connections (WCN), AU Optronics (AUOTY), American Water Works (AWK), DiamondRock Hospitality (DRH), The RMR Group (RMR), Voyager Therapeutics (VYGR) and Humana (HUM).

Company Calendar

• Last Earnings: 5/13/2025
• Today: 7/08/2025
• Next Earnings (Estimated): 7/29/2025
• Fiscal Year End: 12/31/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: NASDAQ
• Sector: Auto/Tires/Trucks
• Industry: AUTO/TRUCK - ORIG
• Sub-Industry: Internet Retail
• Current Symbol: NASDAQ:PRTS
• CIK: 1378950
• Web: www.usautoparts.net
• Phone: (424) 702-1455
• Fax: 310-632-1681
• Employees: 1,466
• Year Founded: N/A

Price Target and Rating

• Average Price Target for CarParts.com: $1.93
• High Price Target: $3.00
• Low Price Target: $0.80
• Potential Upside/Downside: +152.7%
• Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy
• Rating Score (0-4): 2.67
• Research Coverage: 3 Analysts

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): ($0.86)
• Trailing P/E Ratio: N/A
• Forward P/E Ratio: N/A
• P/E Growth: N/A
• Net Income: -$40.60 million
• Net Margins: -8.67%
• Pretax Margin: -8.61%
• Return on Equity: -55.04%
• Return on Assets: -22.14%

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: 0.11
• Current Ratio: 1.35
• Quick Ratio: 0.50

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: $588.85 million
• Price / Sales: 0.08
• Cash Flow: N/A
• Price / Cash Flow: N/A
• Book Value: $1.48 per share
• Price / Book: 0.52

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: 58,480,000
• Free Float: 52,806,000
• Market Cap: $44.74 million
• Optionable: Optionable
• Beta: 1.11