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Aptiv PLC (APTV) Stock Analysis

Score A

Compounder · Grade C · Bearish

Consumer Cyclical · Auto Parts

$53.16

Fair Value

$106.32

+100.0%

Conviction

10/10

Quality

C

Classification

Compounder

Investment Thesis

Good opportunity: Solid company with good risk/reward at 9.0:1.

For New Investors

Quantitative score: high

For Current Holders

Quantitative score: neutral

Buy if

  • Price drops 15-20% (improves asymmetry)
  • Bull scenario catalysts materialize
  • Market-wide correction creates opportunity

Sell if

  • Bear scenario triggers occur
  • Quality metrics deteriorate (ROIC declining)
  • Better alternatives emerge

Valuation

Fair Value estimate: $106.32 (+100.0%). Significantly undervalued.

PEG-Based EPS

$106.32

FCF DCF Model

$106.32

EV/EBITDA

$106.32

Blended Fair Value

$106.32

Confidence

High

Methods

PEG-Based EPS, FCF 2-Stage DCF, EV/EBITDA

Quality Analysis

C

73/120 points

Investable

ROE (3Y Avg)

15.8%

ROIC-WACC Spread

-4.9%

D/E Ratio

0.9x

Current Ratio

1.7x

Interest Coverage

3x

FCF Positive Years

3/3

Quality Flags

  • ROIC spread: -4.9pp (got 0/25 pts)
  • Leverage: D/E 0.9x (8/15 pts)

Market Sentiment

Wall Street Consensus

$97.00

+82.5% Upside

19 analysts

Range: $71.00$110.00

Rating: Strong Buy

Our model is slightly more cautious than Wall Street.

Trend & Technical

Bearish

Price ($53.17) is 29.3% below SMA 200 ($75.21). Bearish trend. Caution on entry.

Technical Score29/100

Tech Score 29/100 — Very weak technicals. Multiple bearish signals active.

Risk & Reward

Asymmetry Ratio

9.00:1

Expected Return

+49.5%

Bull Upside

+90.1%

Bear Downside

-10.0%

Excellent asymmetry: 9.00:1 ratio. Upside significantly outweighs downside.

Verdict: Very Favorable

Scenario Analysis

Bear

Base

Bull

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fair value of APTV?

Based on our multi-method conviction analysis, the estimated fair value of Aptiv PLC (APTV) is $106.32. This is calculated by blending PEG-Based EPS, FCF 2-Stage DCF, EV/EBITDA and applying a quality premium of 0% based on the company's fundamentals. The confidence level of this estimate is high.

Is APTV a buy, sell, or hold?

APTV currently has a BUY rating with a conviction score of 10/10. Good opportunity: Solid company with good risk/reward at 9.0:1. Quantitative score: high.

Is APTV a high-quality stock?

Aptiv PLC has a quality grade of C (73/120 points), rated as Investable. Key metrics include ROE of 15.8%, ROIC-WACC spread of -4.9%, and D/E ratio of 0.9x.

What type of stock is APTV?

APTV is classified as a "compounder" in our framework. High P/E: 31.6x, Low dividend (reinvesting): 0.0%, High FCF Yield: 13.6%, High beta (cyclical behavior): 1.31, Cyclical sector: Consumer Cyclical

What do Wall Street analysts say about APTV?

19 Wall Street analysts have a consensus price target of $97.00 for APTV, representing +82.5% upside. Targets range from $71.00 to $110.00. The consensus recommendation is "Strong Buy". Our model is slightly more cautious than Wall Street.

What are the risks of investing in APTV?

The risk/reward asymmetry ratio for APTV is 9.00:1, rated as Very Favorable. Excellent asymmetry: 9.00:1 ratio. Upside significantly outweighs downside. The expected return is +49.5%, with bull case upside of +90.1% and bear case downside of -10.0%.

What is the current trend for APTV?

APTV is in a bearish trend. Price ($53.17) is 29.3% below SMA 200 ($75.21). Bearish trend. Caution on entry. The technical score is 29/100.

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Last updated: May 19, 2026 · Framework version 3.7

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