AutoZone Sets Ambitious Store Growth Target of 325-350 Locations by FY 2026 Amid Expanding Market Share Focus

AutoZone plans to expand to 325-350 stores by FY 2026 and aims to increase market share. The company's domestic commercial sales rose 12.5% on a 16-week basis, while retail comp sales grew 2.2%. International constant currency comps also improved.

AutoZone Inc. (AZO) reported a 0.6% increase in net sales for its fiscal Q4 (16 weeks) ending August 30, 2025, with adjusted sales rising by 6.9% year-over-year Auto parts retailer AutoZone Q4 sales rises^[1]. Despite missing analyst expectations for net income, EPS, and operating profit, the company's results were driven by strong same store sales and gross margin improvements. Domestic same store sales increased by 4.8%, while international constant currency sales rose by 7.2% Auto parts retailer AutoZone Q4 sales rises^[1].

Key financial highlights include:
- Q4 Sales: $6.24 billion, meeting the $6.24 billion estimate Auto parts retailer AutoZone Q4 sales rises^[1].
- Q4 EPS: $48.71, missing the $50.8 estimate Auto parts retailer AutoZone Q4 sales rises^[1].
- Q4 Net Income: $836.95 million, falling short of the $864.20 million estimate Auto parts retailer AutoZone Q4 sales rises^[1].
- Q4 Operating Profit: $1.20 billion, missing the $1.25 billion estimate Auto parts retailer AutoZone Q4 sales rises^[1].

AutoZone's stock performance has been robust, with analysts maintaining a "buy" rating and a median 12-month price target of $4,507.00 AutoZone, Inc. $AZO Shares Acquired by Czech National Bank^[2]. The Czech National Bank, among other institutional investors, has significantly increased its stake in AutoZone, with the bank's holdings valued at approximately $15.18 million AutoZone, Inc. $AZO Shares Acquired by Czech National Bank^[2]. Additionally, several analysts have raised their price targets and ratings for the stock, reflecting optimism about its growth prospects AutoZone, Inc. $AZO Shares Acquired by Czech National Bank^[2].

Looking ahead, AutoZone plans to expand its store count to between 325 and 350 by FY 2026, aiming to increase market share. The company's domestic commercial sales rose by 12.5% on a 16-week basis, while retail comp sales grew by 2.2%. International constant currency comps also improved, reflecting the company's commitment to growth initiatives Autozone Inc (AZO) Earnings Surpass Expectations: Strong Q4 Comparable Sales Drive Growth^[3].