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Quarterly ResultOct 29, 2026, 07:31 AM

LKQ Corp Reports Q3 Loss, Suspends Strategic Review

AI Summary

LKQ Corporation reported a net loss of $24 million for the third quarter of 2026, a significant decline from a net income of $178 million in the same period last year. Revenue also decreased by 5.1% to $3.3 billion. The company cited weakness in its Europe segment, driven by operational issues and volume declines, as a primary factor. In a strategic move, LKQ announced the suspension of its previously announced strategic review, including the Specialty segment sales process, to allow the new leadership team to assess the business. Additionally, the company withdrew its full-year 2026 guidance. Despite the financial downturn, LKQ declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.30 per share and continued its share repurchase program.

Key Highlights

  • LKQ Corporation reported Q3 2026 revenue of $3.3 billion, a decrease of 5.1% year-over-year.
  • Q3 2026 net loss was $24 million, compared to a net income of $178 million in Q3 2025.
  • Adjusted diluted earnings per share for Q3 2026 was $0.50, down from $0.84 in Q3 2025.
  • Europe segment revenue decreased 10.2% in Q3 2026 due to operational issues and volume declines.
  • The company announced the suspension of its strategic review, including the Specialty segment sales process.
  • LKQ Corporation withdrew its full-year 2026 guidance.
  • The Board declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.30 per share, payable on December 3, 2026.
  • The company repurchased 1.2 million shares of common stock for $30 million in Q3 2026.