Gentex [GNTX] vs AutoZone [AZO] Detailed Stock Comparison
Gentex
NASDAQ
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AutoZone
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Gentex wins in 7 metrics, AutoZone wins in 12 metrics, with 0 ties. AutoZone appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Gentex | AutoZone | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 15.03 | 27.62 | Gentex |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 2.45 | -17.13 | AutoZone |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 0.00 | -3.17 | AutoZone |
| PEG Ratio | 12.67 | 23.36 | Gentex |
| EV/EBITDA | 10.30 | 18.70 | Gentex |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 16.82% | 13.56% | Gentex |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 19.05% | 19.40% | AutoZone |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 19.05% | 19.40% | AutoZone |
| Return on Equity | 16.58% | -56.06% | Gentex |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 10.48% | 12.98% | AutoZone |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $353.54M | $1.93B | AutoZone |
| Dividend Yield | 2.80% | N/A | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | -7.47% | 29.25% | AutoZone |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 2.51 | 3.60 | Gentex |
| Enterprise Value | $5.80B | $80.44B | AutoZone |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 2.43 | 4.26 | Gentex |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 33.24% | 52.72% | AutoZone |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $11 | $1,122 | AutoZone |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $1.77 | $147.44 | AutoZone |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 0.82 | 0.38 | AutoZone |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Gentex vs AutoZone Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gentex | -0.15% | 1.29% | 15.79% | 20.07% | 7.30% | -5.30% |
| AutoZone | -0.43% | 4.77% | 8.04% | 10.02% | 17.95% | 24.39% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gentex | -7.47% | -7.89% | -3.55% | 69.77% | 195.45% | 198.43% |
| AutoZone | 29.25% | 78.51% | 237.18% | 444.05% | 1,840.18% | 4,000.94% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Gentex vs AutoZone
| Metric | GNTX | AZO |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $5.98B | $68.13B |
| Market Cap Category | Mid cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 3,288,140 | 126,970 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 2,727,160 | 134,067 |
| Last Close | $26.62 | $4,042.80 |
| 52 Week Range | $20.28 - $31.75 | $2,898.57 - $4,094.69 |
| % from 52W High | -16.16% | -1.27% |
| All-Time High | $37.90 (Nov 15, 2021) | $4,094.69 (Aug 06, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -29.76% | -1.27% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.15% | 0.05% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.12% | -0.07% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.17% | 0.14% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.19% | 0.19% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.17% | -0.56% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 0.00 | -3.17 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $10.88 | $-237.65 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $0.63 | $17.19 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $494.78M | $3.23B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $398.87M | $1.52B |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 2.80% | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $0.60 | N/A |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Gentex vs AutoZone
| Metric | GNTX | AZO |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 15.03 | 27.62 |
| Forward P/E | 12.67 | 23.36 |
| PEG Ratio | 12.67 | 23.36 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 2.51 | 3.60 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 2.45 | -17.13 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $5.98B | $68.13B |
| Enterprise Value | $5.80B | $80.44B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 2.43 | 4.26 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 10.30 | 18.70 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 0.82 | 0.38 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $10.88 | $-237.65 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Gentex vs AutoZone
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | GNTX | AZO |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $576.77M | $4.46B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $385.04M | $2.11B |
| Gross Profit | $191.73M | $2.35B |
| Research & Development | $45.92M | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $115.88M | $866.17M |
| EBITDA | $139.40M | $1.01B |
| Pre-Tax Income | $113.63M | $754.89M |
| Income Tax | $18.75M | $146.45M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $94.87M | $608.44M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | GNTX | AZO |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $286.56M | $268.63M |
| Total Current Assets | $1.09B | $7.99B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $266.63M | $9.47B |
| Long-Term Debt | N/A | $11.87B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $2.48B | $-3.97B |
| Retained Earnings | $1.45B | $-4.81B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | N/A | $15.27B |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | GNTX | AZO |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $116.60M | $615.20M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-36.67M | N/A |
| Free Cash Flow | $111.78M | $423.14M |
| Debt Repayment | N/A | $-926.68M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-67.83M | $-268.78M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | GNTX | AZO |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 8.67M | 225,315 |
| Short Ratio | 3.88 | 1.45 |
| Short % of Float | 0.04% | 0.02% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 3,288,140 | 126,970 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 2,727,160 | 134,067 |
| Shares Outstanding | 227.21M | 16.93M |
| Float Shares | 222.51M | 16.68M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.99% | 0.95% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Gentex vs AutoZone
| Metric | GNTX | AZO |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $0.60 | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 2.80% | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $0.52 | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.43% | N/A |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $1.56 | N/A |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jul 09, 2025 | N/A |