What Is LKQ Corporation (LKQ) Worth in 2026?
According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, LKQ Corporation's intrinsic value is estimated at a composite fair value of $30.15. While the stock appears modestly undervalued at $25.41 (implied upside of +18.6%), our analysis suggests a thinner margin of safety across 7 of 12 bullish models. Notably, Bayesian DCF sees the most upside at +135.1% (fair value: $59.74), while Sentiment SOTP is the most conservative at -57.2% ($10.87). The spread between these extremes — +192.3% — reveals how different analytical frameworks can reach starkly different conclusions.
What Do the Models Say About LKQ?
12 of 13 models are currently active for LKQ. Of these, 7 models suggest upside while 5 models suggest overvaluation. The Bayesian DCF estimates LKQ's intrinsic value at $59.74, implying +135.1% upside from the current price. See which stocks rank higher →
How Does LKQ Rank in Wholesale-Motor Vehicles & Motor Vehicle Parts & Supplies?
Among 3 Wholesale-Motor Vehicles & Motor Vehicle Parts & Supplies stocks, LKQ ranks #1 by Quality of Company score. CirclFi's QOC score of 8.8/10 evaluates 32 fundamental signals. A score of 8.8 places LKQ in the top tier.
LKQ Corporation's positioning within the Wholesale-Motor Vehicles & Motor Vehicle Parts & Supplies segment means that units delivered plays an outsized role in fundamental analysis. The sector's unique characteristics — including fleet renewal cycle — shape both the opportunity set and risk profile.
Is LKQ a Value Trap?
The Value Trap algorithm is not active for LKQ. The score cross-references apparent undervaluation against fundamental deterioration signals. Browse lowest value-trap stocks →
Multi-Model Methodology
12 of 13 models are active for LKQ Corporation. Broad coverage provides high confidence. Each model applies a fundamentally different valuation philosophy. See the complete methodology →
According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, LKQ Corporation scores 8.8 out of 10 on our 32-signal quality assessment, a strong rating that demonstrates strong fundamentals across the majority of our quality signals. The QOC score synthesizes profitability margins, revenue growth reliability, debt management, and capital allocation into a single metric designed to separate durable businesses from statistically cheap ones.
The gap between the most bullish and bearish model spans +192.3% — demonstrating why single-model analysis is dangerous. Browse all stocks with 13-model coverage →
Data Sources & Confidence
Every LKQ valuation is built from SEC EDGAR XBRL filings — 700+ standardized financial tags. Macroeconomic context from FRED calibrates discount rates, while GDELT news sentiment feeds into our Sentiment SOTP model. All pipelines run daily. Read the complete data methodology →
Across LKQ's 12 active models, average confidence is 48%. Lower confidence may reflect limited history or high volatility.
CirclFi's output is a research starting point, not a buy/sell signal. All data updates daily. Read the full methodology →
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