Genuine Parts beats Q1 earnings estimates and confirms 2026 outlook with strong sales growth.

Genuine Parts Company reported first-quarter earnings of $1.77 per share, slightly above analyst expectations of $1.75, with revenue reaching $6.26 billion, surpassing forecasts and growing 6.8% year-over-year. The growth was driven by higher comparable sales, acquisitions, and favorable foreign exchange impacts. The company reaffirmed its full-year 2026 guidance, expecting adjusted EPS between $7.50 and $8.00 and sales growth of 3% to 5.5%. Industrial Parts and Automotive segments showed strong sales gains, supporting the positive outlook.