What one share of AutoZone holds
AutoZone, Inc. (“AutoZone,” the “Company,” “we,” “our” or “us”) is a leading retailer and distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories in the Americas. We began operations in 1979 and at August 30, 2025, operated 6,627 stores in the United States (“U.S.”), 883 stores in Mexico and 147 stores in Brazil.
AutoZone’s numbers from its SEC filings, divided by its shares. Results cover the last 12 months to 2026-05-09; the balance sheet is as of 2026-05-09.
| Sales | $1,173 |
|---|---|
| Profit | $145.45 |
| Capex (buildings and equipment) | $84.47 |
| Free cash flow | $95.86 |
| Cash and investments | $15.54 |
| Debt | $554.84 |
| Book value | −$170.57 |
Per share by fiscal year
| Year | Sales | Profit | Capex | Free cash | Dividends | Book value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | $102.12 | $10.04 | $3.81 | $10.61 | — | $3.63 |
| 2009 | $121.75 | $11.73 | $4.86 | $11.64 | — | −$8.52 |
| 2010 | $149.33 | $14.97 | $6.40 | $17.87 | — | −$16.38 |
| 2011 | $185.15 | $19.47 | $7.38 | $22.24 | — | −$31.27 |
| 2012 | $217.13 | $23.48 | $9.54 | $21.35 | — | −$41.81 |
| 2013 | $250.06 | $27.79 | $11.33 | $27.35 | — | −$49.20 |
| 2014 | $279.66 | $31.57 | $12.93 | $26.65 | — | −$50.21 |
| 2015 | $316.32 | $36.03 | $14.92 | $33.92 | — | −$55.49 |
| 2016 | $348.85 | $40.70 | $16.03 | $37.79 | — | −$61.39 |
| 2017 | $374.63 | $44.07 | $19.05 | $34.98 | — | −$51.32 |
| 2018 | $409.17 | $48.77 | $19.03 | $56.83 | — | −$59.06 |
| 2019 | $465.28 | $63.43 | $19.45 | $64.02 | — | −$71.93 |
| 2020 | $524.30 | $71.93 | $19.00 | $93.90 | — | −$37.88 |
| 2021 | $641.68 | $95.19 | $27.27 | $127.06 | — | −$85.73 |
| 2022 | $783.88 | $117.19 | $32.43 | $122.45 | — | −$186.44 |
| 2023 | $913.85 | $132.36 | $41.70 | $112.24 | — | −$245.99 |
| 2024 | $1,039 | $149.55 | $60.25 | $108.49 | — | −$280.97 |
| 2025 | $1,098 | $144.87 | $76.96 | $103.80 | — | −$205.28 |
Common questions about AutoZone
How much does one share of AutoZone earn?
Over the last 12 months, each share of AutoZone earned $145.45 of profit on $1,173 of sales, keeping about 12¢ of every $1 (profit margin).
Does AutoZone pay a dividend?
AutoZone didn’t pay a dividend over the last 12 months, according to its SEC filings.
What is AutoZone’s book value per share?
AutoZone’s book value is negative (−$170.57 per share): it owes more than everything it owns is recorded at, often after years of buying back its own shares, as of May 9, 2026.
How much cash and debt does each share of AutoZone have?
Each share of AutoZone has $15.54 of cash and investments and $554.84 of debt, as of May 9, 2026.
What is AutoZone’s free cash flow per share?
$95.86 per share over the last 12 months. Free cash flow is the cash left over after spending on buildings and equipment.
How has AutoZone’s profit per share changed over time?
Profit per share went from $10.04 in 2008 to $144.87 in 2025, growing about 17.0% a year (adjusted for stock splits).
Has AutoZone bought back shares?
AutoZone’s share count fell about 73% from 2008 to 2025. Through buybacks, each remaining share owns a bigger slice of the company.
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