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Verdict
Quantitative factor alignment verified for current market regime.
Quant Score
Rank
#2035
Positioning
Market Dominance
Manufacturing
Automobiles And Trucks
$18.8B
Kevin P. Clark
Aptiv PLC designs, manufacturers, and sells vehicle components. It operates in two segment, Signal and Power Solutions, and Advanced Safety and User Experience. The company was formerly known as Delphi Automotive PLC.
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X-AXIS: EV/EBITDA (LOWER = CHEAPER) | Y-AXIS: ROE (HIGHER = ELITE) | RED CIRCLE = APTV ANALYSIS TARGET
| Stock | Rating | Score▼ | Quality | Value | Momentum | P/E | EV/EBITDA | ROE | ROA | Gross Mgn | Op Mgn | Net Mgn | Rev Growth | Div Yield | D/E | Mkt Cap | AUDIT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$UL UNILEVER PLC | 78 | 96 | 98 | 59 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ASML ASML HOLDING NV | 77 | 89 | 86 | 83 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ESLT ELBIT SYSTEMS LTD | 76 | 81 | 87 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$MT ArcelorMittal | 75 | 71 | 98 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$AMAT APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE | 75 | 85 | 87 | 84 | 20.9x | 13.6x | 32.9% | 20.5% | 48.8% | 30.6% | 24.4% | 7.7% | 0.9% | 32.0x | $148.6B | VS | |
$SIMO Silicon Motion Technology CORP | 75 | 84 | 86 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$CODA Coda Octopus Group, Inc. | 74 | 83 | 90 | 79 | 16.3x | 11.9x | 7.4% | 7.5% | 68.3% | 19.5% | 18.2% | 29.0% | 0.0% | 0.0x | $84M | VS | |
$GSK GSK plc | 74 | 84 | 90 | 70 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$EFXT Enerflex Ltd. | 74 | 80 | 91 | 83 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$BUD Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV | 74 | 84 | 97 | 63 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$APTV Aptiv PLC | 50 | 46 | 57 | 51 | 42.1x | 10.9x | 4.3% | 1.7% | 19.1% | 6.4% | 2.1% | 3.2% | 0.0% | 81.0x | $18.8B | ||
| SECTOR BENCH | - | - | - | - | - | 22.3x | 11.5x | -1.9% | 0.9% | 44.1% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 6.7% | 0.0% | 0.2x | - | REF |
Aptiv PLC (APTV) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 49.8/100. It ranks #2035 out of 7,333 stocks in our coverage universe and carries a 2-star rating. Ratings are driven by a 6-factor quantitative model measuring quality, value, momentum, investment, stability, and short interest.
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In-line with peers — no strong momentum signal
Fair valuation relative to peers
Average quality profile
Low volatility — smoother ride and historically better risk-adjusted returns
Aggressive spending — empire-building risk, dilutive growth
Mid-range overall rating
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Relative valuation derived from Manufacturing sector benchmarks. Model weights: EV/EBITDA (40%), P/B (35%), P/S (25%). Re-calculated daily.
Projection based on user-defined inputs. Re-calculated daily against current market data.
Reverse DCF Framework — Mauboussin Methodology
Institutional-grade Reverse DCF analysis. This model identifies the growth hurdles embedded in current market prices. When implied growth is significantly lower than historical or projected rates, a margin of safety may exist. Re-audited daily.
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View All RatingsROE proxy 4.3% (sector -1.9%)
GM 19% vs sector 44%, OM 6% vs sector 3%
Capital turnover N/A, R&D intensity 5.5%
Rev growth 3%, 10yr history
Interest coverage 3.3x
Composite assessment of profitability, capital efficiency, and financial strength. Top-tier entities demonstrate sustainable cash flow generation and elite competitive moats.
Profit generated per dollar of shareholder equity
Efficiency of asset utilization
Pricing power and cost efficiency
Core business profitability
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The Quality factor evaluates the persistence and magnitude of realized cash flows. Companies with scores >70 exhibit superior pricing power and structural financial resilience through diverse economic regimes.
Our uncertainty rating tracks the predictability of future cash flows and potential for permanent capital loss. Moderate visibility with standard industry cyclicality.
We rate Aptiv PLC (APTV) as a Reduce with a composite score of 49.8/100 at a current price of $77.67. The quantitative profile shows weakness across multiple dimensions, suggesting limited upside potential.
Aptiv PLC holds a top-quartile position (#0 of 50) within the Manufacturing sector, based on our composite quantitative scoring across quality, value, momentum, and stability factors. The composite score of 49.8/100 places it at rank #2035 in our full universe.
No Moat
Medium
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Fair Value
Stable competitive position in a defensive sector.
Elevated P/E ratio of 42.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Vulnerability to macroeconomic shocks and interest rate volatility.
Aptiv PLC represents a reduce based on multi-factor quantitative performance.
Aptiv PLC receives a Reduce rating from our analysis, with a composite score of 49.8/100 and 2 out of 5 stars, ranking #2035 out of 7,333 stocks. APTV's factor profile shows weakness across multiple dimensions, suggesting the stock may underperform going forward. Existing holders may want to consider trimming positions or tightening stop-losses.
With a quality score of 46/100, APTV shows adequate but unremarkable business quality. The company reports a return on equity of 4.3% (sector avg: -1.9%), gross margins of 19.1% (sector avg: 44.1%), net margins of 2.1% (sector avg: 1.0%). This suggests the company generates acceptable returns but may lack the competitive positioning or operational efficiency to stand out from peers.
APTV's value score of 57/100 indicates the stock is fairly valued based on its current fundamentals. Key valuation metrics include a P/E ratio of 42.11x, an EV/EBITDA of 10.95x, a P/B ratio of 1.80x. At this level, neither a clear bargain nor overpriced, the stock's attractiveness depends more on forward growth expectations and qualitative factors.
Aptiv PLC's investment score of 28/100 suggests limited reinvestment activity. Key growth metrics include revenue growth of 3.2% vs. a sector average of 6.7% and a return on assets of 1.7% (sector: 0.9%). While this can be positive for mature, cash-generative businesses returning capital to shareholders, it may also signal a lack of growth opportunities or management conservatism.
APTV demonstrates moderate momentum with a score of 51/100, suggesting a neutral price trend without strong directional conviction. Revenue growth stands at 3.2% year-over-year, while a beta of 1.25 reflects its sensitivity to broader market moves. Moderate momentum may indicate the stock is consolidating or transitioning between trends, warranting close monitoring of upcoming catalysts.
APTV shows good financial stability with a score of 75/100. Key stability metrics include a beta of 1.25 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 81.00x (sector avg: 0.2x). This suggests manageable leverage and moderate price volatility, making it appropriate for investors seeking a balance between growth potential and capital preservation.
The short interest score of 55/100 for APTV suggests somewhat elevated bearish positioning by institutional traders. Specific risk factors include above-average market sensitivity (beta: 1.25), elevated leverage (D/E: 81.00x). With a $18.8B market cap (large-cap), Aptiv PLC may experience above-average volatility. Investors should consider whether the short thesis has merit or if it creates a potential short-squeeze opportunity.
Aptiv PLC is a large-cap company in the Manufacturing sector, ranked #0 of 50 in its sector (100th percentile) and #2035 of 7,333 overall (72nd percentile). Key comparisons include ROE of 4.3% exceeding the -1.9% sector median and operating margins of 6.4% above the 2.5% sector average. This top-quartile standing reflects exceptional competitive strength relative to Manufacturing peers.
While APTV currently exhibits a REDUCE profile, superior opportunities exist within the MANUFACTURING sector. Our model identifies several "Strong Buy" candidates with higher quality scores and more attractive valuations among direct industry competitors.
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EV/EBITDA IN LINE WITH SECTOR BENCHMARKS
ROE 325% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Gross Margin 57% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Above 50MA
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