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Madison Asset Management LLC Acquires New Shares in W.W. Grainger, Inc. $GWW

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-madison-asset-management-llc-acquires-new-shares-in-ww-grainger-inc-gww-2026-08-21/
Madison Asset Management LLC has acquired a new position in W.W. Grainger, Inc. (NYSE:GWW), purchasing 3,125 shares valued at approximately $4.251 million. This comes as other institutional investors have also adjusted their stakes in the company, and Wall Street analysts have issued various ratings and target prices, with a consensus "Hold" rating for GWW. The article also details recent financial performance, dividend announcements, and key news items impacting W.W. Grainger.

858,109 Shares in Genuine Parts Company $GPC Bought by Deutsche Bank AG

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-858109-shares-in-genuine-parts-company-gpc-bought-by-deutsche-bank-ag-2026-08-21/
Deutsche Bank AG recently acquired 858,109 shares of Genuine Parts Company (NYSE:GPC) for approximately $101.24 million in the second quarter, establishing a new position and owning about 0.62% of the company. Other institutional investors like MIRAE ASSET GLOBAL ETFS HOLDINGS Ltd. and Woodline Partners LP also adjusted their stakes. Genuine Parts reported strong Q2 earnings, exceeding analyst estimates, and announced a quarterly dividend of $1.0625 per share.

Bank of New York Mellon Corp Invests $1.02 Billion in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. $ORLY

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-bank-of-new-york-mellon-corp-invests-102-billion-in-oreilly-automotive-inc-orly-2026-08-21/
Bank of New York Mellon Corp has acquired a significant new position in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY), purchasing 11.1 million shares valued at approximately $1.02 billion, giving it a 1.34% stake in the company. Institutional investors now collectively own about 85% of O'Reilly Automotive. Despite some analyst price target reductions, the consensus remains a "Moderate Buy" with an average price target of $107.24, following O'Reilly's recent Q2 earnings which met expectations with $0.86 EPS and an 8.1% revenue increase.

13,348,959 Shares in Genuine Parts Company $GPC Acquired by BlackRock Inc.

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-13348959-shares-in-genuine-parts-company-gpc-acquired-by-blackrock-inc-2026-08-21/
BlackRock Inc. has acquired a new position in Genuine Parts Company (NYSE:GPC), purchasing 13.35 million shares valued at approximately $1.57 billion, giving it a 9.68% stake. Genuine Parts exceeded its quarterly earnings expectations, reporting $2.15 EPS and $6.54 billion in revenue, and announced a quarterly dividend of $1.0625 per share. Analysts have a consensus "Moderate Buy" rating for the stock with an average price target of $147.86.

Why O'Reilly (ORLY) Stock Is Trading Lower Today

https://stockstory.org/us/stocks/nasdaq/orly/news/why-up-down/why-oreilly-orly-stock-is-trading-lower-today-2
O'Reilly Automotive (ORLY) stock fell 2.7% today after competitor Advance Auto Parts reported disappointing second-quarter sales, raising concerns about demand in the auto-parts retail sector. Advance Auto Parts missed Wall Street's revenue estimates and saw comparable store sales decline, which impacted investor sentiment for the broader industry, including O'Reilly, AutoZone, and Genuine Parts. This decline indicates the market perceives the news as significant, even though O'Reilly has not released specific company news.
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Genuine Parts Co. stock outperforms competitors despite losses on the day

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Shares of Genuine Parts Co. (GPC) fell 1.20% on Thursday, closing at $132.92, despite a broad market downturn where the S&P 500 and Dow Jones also experienced significant losses. The company's stock closed 12.30% below its 52-week high reached in February.

Why O'Reilly (ORLY) Stock Is Trading Lower Today

https://www.financialcontent.com/article/stockstory-2026-8-20-why-oreilly-orly-stock-is-trading-lower-today
O'Reilly Automotive (ORLY) stock fell 2.7% after competitor Advance Auto Parts reported disappointing second-quarter sales, raising concerns about demand in the auto-parts retail sector. Advance Auto Parts' revenue missed estimates and comparable store sales declined, affecting investor sentiment across the industry. Despite the dip, O'Reilly's shares have shown strong long-term growth for investors who bought 5 years ago.

Genuine Parts (NYSE: GPC) HR chief now holds 21,311 shares

https://www.stocktitan.net/sec-filings/GPC/form-4-genuine-parts-co-insider-trading-activity-a9c5527fd61f.html
Jennifer Hulett, EVP and Chief People Officer at Genuine Parts Co (GPC), disposed of 302 shares on August 19, 2026, to cover tax liabilities at $134.54 per share. Following this transaction, she directly holds 21,311 shares of GPC common stock, which includes an increase of 66 shares due to dividend accrual. This transaction was an F-coded event, meaning it was for tax purposes rather than a market sale.

Genuine Parts Co. (GPC) News, Articles, Events & Latest Updates

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This page provides recent news, articles, and updates related to Genuine Parts Co. (GPC), including analysis on its stock performance post-earnings, insider investment activity, and dividend declarations. The content also features articles on other companies' earnings reports, such as Westport, Dana, Adient, Ouster, Honda, and Toyota, offering a broader market context. Key highlights for GPC include a significant stock increase since its last earnings report and a recent quarterly dividend declaration.

Johnson Financial Group Inc. Buys Shares of 35,726 O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. $ORLY

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-johnson-financial-group-inc-buys-shares-of-35726-oreilly-automotive-inc-orly-2026-08-20/
Johnson Financial Group Inc. has acquired a new position in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY), purchasing 35,726 shares valued at approximately $3.29 million. This move is part of broader institutional interest, with several other hedge funds also significantly increasing their stakes in the specialty retailer during the second quarter. Meanwhile, company insiders, including Director Thomas Hendrickson and Director Maria Sastre, have sold shares, reducing their personal holdings in the company.
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Quartz Partners LLC Invests $1.51 Million in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. $ORLY

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-quartz-partners-llc-invests-151-million-in-oreilly-automotive-inc-orly-2026-08-20/
Quartz Partners LLC has acquired a new stake of 16,414 shares in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY), valued at approximately $1.51 million. Other institutional investors have also adjusted their holdings in the company. O'Reilly Automotive reported an EPS of $0.86 and revenue of $4.89 billion for the last quarter, meeting analyst expectations, and has an average "Moderate Buy" rating from analysts with an average target price of $107.24.

Q3 EPS Estimates for W.W. Grainger Reduced by Zacks Research

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/q3-eps-estimates-for-ww-grainger-reduced-by-zacks-research-2026-08-20/
Zacks Research has lowered its Q3 2026 EPS estimate for W.W. Grainger (NYSE:GWW) to $11.46 from $11.64, although the company recently surpassed Q2 earnings expectations with an EPS of $12.01 and maintained its full-year guidance. Analyst sentiment remains largely cautious with a "Hold" rating, but Zacks also increased long-term EPS forecasts for FY2026, FY2027, and FY2028, reflecting improving expectations for future growth. Grainger also announced a quarterly dividend of $2.49 per share and opened a new distribution center, despite its shares trading at a high P/E ratio and near their 50-day moving average.

Somerville Kurt F Makes New Investment in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. $ORLY

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-somerville-kurt-f-makes-new-investment-in-oreilly-automotive-inc-orly-2026-08-20/
Somerville Kurt F has acquired a new stake of 33,000 shares in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY), valued at approximately $3.039 million, according to its latest SEC filing. This comes as other institutional investors have also significantly increased their holdings in the company. Despite insider selling activity, analyst ratings for O'Reilly Automotive remain largely positive, with a consensus "Moderate Buy" rating.

Tocqueville Asset Management L.P. Acquires New Stake in Genuine Parts Company $GPC

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-tocqueville-asset-management-lp-acquires-new-stake-in-genuine-parts-company-gpc-2026-08-20/
Tocqueville Asset Management L.P. has acquired a new position in Genuine Parts Company (NYSE:GPC), purchasing over 692,000 shares valued at approximately $81.7 million, making it their 17th largest holding. Other institutional investors have also adjusted their stakes in GPC. The stock currently holds an average "Moderate Buy" rating from analysts with an average target price of $147.86.

Advance Auto Parts Plunges 21% as Revenue Miss Overshadows Earnings Beat; AutoZone Falls 4%, O'Reilly Automotive Slips

https://247wallst.com/investing/2026/08/20/advance-auto-parts-plunges-21-as-revenue-miss-overshadows-earnings-beat-autozone-falls-4-oreilly-automotive-slips/
Advance Auto Parts (AAP) stock plunged 21% after its Q2 2026 earnings beat was overshadowed by a revenue miss and negative comparable sales, particularly due to weakening DIY demand. The earnings beat included a one-time tariff refund, and the company's reaffirmed full-year sales guidance fell below consensus. This downturn also impacted competitors like AutoZone, O'Reilly Automotive, and Genuine Parts, as the broader auto parts sector reacted to softening consumer demand.
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Meeder Advisory Services Inc. Makes New $882,000 Investment in Genuine Parts Company $GPC

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-meeder-advisory-services-inc-makes-new-882000-investment-in-genuine-parts-company-gpc-2026-08-20/
Meeder Advisory Services Inc. has made a new investment of $882,000 in Genuine Parts Company (NYSE:GPC), acquiring 7,472 shares during the second quarter. This move is part of a broader trend of institutional investors adjusting their positions in GPC, with several other firms also increasing their stakes. The company reported strong financial results, including topping earnings estimates and a 6.0% revenue increase year-over-year, alongside a recently announced quarterly dividend.

NewEdge Wealth LLC Purchases Shares of 53,378 O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. $ORLY

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-newedge-wealth-llc-purchases-shares-of-53378-oreilly-automotive-inc-orly-2026-08-20/
NewEdge Wealth LLC acquired 53,378 shares of O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY) in the second quarter, a new stake valued at approximately $4.9 million. Institutional investors now own about 85% of the company, while company insiders have sold 6,200 shares worth $568,684 in the last three months. O'Reilly Automotive reported strong Q2 earnings with revenue up 8.1% year-over-year, matching analyst EPS estimates, and analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating with a consensus price target of $107.24.

Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management Co. Ltd. Invests $44.57 Million in Genuine Parts Company $GPC

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-mitsubishi-ufj-asset-management-co-ltd-invests-4457-million-in-genuine-parts-company-gpc-2026-08-20/
Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management Co. Ltd. has acquired a new stake of 377,764 shares in Genuine Parts Company (GPC), valued at approximately $44.57 million, representing 0.27% of the company. This investment comes as Genuine Parts Company exceeded quarterly earnings expectations with $2.15 EPS and $6.54 billion in revenue, and announced a quarterly dividend of $1.0625. Analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating for GPC with an average price target of $147.86.

Flossbach Von Storch SE Buys Shares of 65,467 O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. $ORLY

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-flossbach-von-storch-se-buys-shares-of-65467-oreilly-automotive-inc-orly-2026-08-20/
Flossbach Von Storch SE has acquired a new position in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY) during the second quarter, purchasing 65,467 shares valued at approximately $6.03 million. Other institutional investors like BlackRock Inc., Norges Bank, and Bank of New York Mellon Corp also made significant investments, with hedge funds and institutional investors collectively owning 85.00% of the company's stock. Insider selling activity was also reported, alongside various analyst ratings and the company's financial performance data.

54,162 Shares in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. $ORLY Bought by Great Lakes Advisors LLC

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-54162-shares-in-oreilly-automotive-inc-orly-bought-by-great-lakes-advisors-llc-2026-08-20/
Great Lakes Advisors LLC has acquired a new position of 54,162 shares in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY), valued at approximately $4.988 million. This comes amidst other institutional investors adjusting their stakes in the company, while some insiders have recently sold shares. Analysts have maintained mostly "buy" ratings with an average price target of $107.24 for ORLY.
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Algebris UK Ltd. Invests $1.75 Million in W.W. Grainger, Inc. $GWW

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-algebris-uk-ltd-invests-175-million-in-ww-grainger-inc-gww-2026-08-20/
Algebris UK Ltd. has acquired a new position in W.W. Grainger, Inc. (NYSE:GWW) by purchasing 1,292 shares valued at approximately $1.75 million during the second quarter. Other institutional investors have also adjusted their holdings in the industrial products company. The article also highlights positive sentiment from Zacks Research raising earnings forecasts and Grainger's expansion with a new Northwest Distribution Center, though valuation and technical factors present some tempering concerns.

Genuine Parts Co. stock outperforms competitors on strong trading day

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Shares of Genuine Parts Co. (GPC) rose 2.01% on Wednesday, outperforming competitors and ending a three-day losing streak. This occurred on an overall positive trading day, with both the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average also seeing gains. The stock closed at $134.54.

Westport Shares Rise 7% Despite Wider-Than-Expected Q2 Loss

https://www.tradingview.com/news/zacks:66a816b85094b:0-westport-shares-rise-7-despite-wider-than-expected-q2-loss/
Westport Fuel Systems (WPRT) shares rose 6.7% despite reporting a wider-than-expected Q2 2026 loss of 53 cents per share, which was worse than the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 45 cents. While overall revenues declined significantly due to the end of a transitional service agreement, the company's Cespira segment saw a substantial 125% increase in quarterly revenues to $27.07 million, beating consensus estimates. Despite liquidity improvements, the company still faces going-concern risks and is exploring financing alternatives, while targeting Cespira to break even by 2027.

Advance Auto Parts earnings on deck: Margin test looms

https://m.investing.com/news/earnings/advance-auto-parts-earnings-on-deck-margin-test-looms-93CH-4867665?ampMode=1
Advance Auto Parts (NYSE: AAP) is set to report its second-quarter earnings, with analysts expecting $0.80 per share on revenue of $2.04 billion. Investors will be scrutinizing the company's ability to sustain comparable sales growth, expand operating margins to 4.5% amidst cost pressures, and provide an updated guidance outlook. The report comes after a strong first quarter, and will assess the retailer's navigation of a maturing industry and an aging vehicle fleet.

Oxbow Advisors LLC Buys Shares of 70,843 O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. $ORLY

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-oxbow-advisors-llc-buys-shares-of-70843-oreilly-automotive-inc-orly-2026-08-19/
Oxbow Advisors LLC initiated a new position in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. during the second quarter, purchasing 70,843 shares valued at approximately $6.5 million. The company reported strong quarterly revenue of $4.89 billion, an 8.1% year-over-year increase, with earnings per share matching analyst expectations. Analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating for O'Reilly Automotive, with an average price target of $107.24, and institutional investors collectively own about 85% of the company's stock.
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Wealthfront Advisers LLC Takes $12.86 Million Position in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. $ORLY

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-wealthfront-advisers-llc-takes-1286-million-position-in-oreilly-automotive-inc-orly-2026-08-19/
Wealthfront Advisers LLC has acquired a new position in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY) during the second quarter, purchasing 139,588 shares valued at approximately $12.86 million. This move is part of broader institutional interest, as hedge funds and institutional investors collectively own about 85% of the company. O'Reilly Automotive recently reported strong quarterly revenues and earnings per share that matched analyst expectations, while analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating for the stock.

Meeder Asset Management Inc. Invests $1.11 Million in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. $ORLY

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-meeder-asset-management-inc-invests-111-million-in-oreilly-automotive-inc-orly-2026-08-19/
Meeder Asset Management Inc. recently acquired 12,099 shares of O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY) valued at approximately $1.11 million during the second quarter. Other institutional investors have also adjusted their holdings in the specialty retailer. Despite insider selling activity, analyst ratings for O'Reilly Automotive remain largely positive with a "Moderate Buy" consensus and a target price of $107.24.

Meeder Advisory Services Inc. Invests $2.53 Million in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. $ORLY

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-meeder-advisory-services-inc-invests-253-million-in-oreilly-automotive-inc-orly-2026-08-19/
Meeder Advisory Services Inc. has acquired a new stake of 27,498 shares in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY) worth approximately $2.53 million during the second quarter. Other institutional investors also bought into ORLY, with hedge funds and institutional investors now owning 85.00% of the stock. Wall Street analysts have issued a "Moderate Buy" rating with an average target price of $107.24, while some insiders recently sold shares.

Plato Investment Management Ltd Buys New Holdings in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. $ORLY

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-plato-investment-management-ltd-buys-new-holdings-in-oreilly-automotive-inc-orly-2026-08-19/
Plato Investment Management Ltd recently acquired 11,926 shares of O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY), valued at approximately $1.092 million, marking a new significant stake in the company. Other institutional investors have also adjusted their holdings, with 85.00% of the company's stock owned by institutional investors. O'Reilly Automotive reported strong quarterly revenue growth and earnings per share that met analyst expectations, and analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating for the stock.

Fidelity National Financial Inc. Purchases New Stake in Genuine Parts Company $GPC

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-fidelity-national-financial-inc-purchases-new-stake-in-genuine-parts-company-gpc-2026-08-19/
Fidelity National Financial Inc. has acquired a new stake in Genuine Parts Company (GPC), purchasing 189,300 shares valued at approximately $22.3 million, making GPC its seventh-largest holding. Analysts generally hold a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating with an average price target of $147.86. Genuine Parts recently surpassed quarterly earnings and revenue estimates, reporting $2.15 EPS and $6.54 billion in revenue, and declared a quarterly dividend of $1.0625 per share.
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127,817 Shares in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. $ORLY Bought by Danica Pension Livsforsikringsaktieselskab

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-127817-shares-in-oreilly-automotive-inc-orly-bought-by-danica-pension-livsforsikringsaktieselskab-2026-08-19/
Danica Pension Livsforsikringsaktieselskab has acquired a new position of 127,817 shares in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY), valued at approximately $11.77 million. Several other institutional investors also adjusted their holdings in ORLY, with some increasing and others initiating new positions. Insider selling activity was also noted, with two directors selling a total of 6,200 shares.

Danske Bank A S Invests $55.78 Million in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. $ORLY

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-danske-bank-a-s-invests-5578-million-in-oreilly-automotive-inc-orly-2026-08-19/
Danske Bank A S has acquired a new stake of 605,758 shares in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY) during the second quarter, valued at approximately $55.78 million. This makes Danske Bank A S the owner of about 0.07% of the company's stock. Other institutional investors like Vanguard Group Inc., BlackRock Inc., and State Street Corp also significantly increased their holdings in O'Reilly Automotive.

Equity Investment Corp Purchases Shares of 974,085 Genuine Parts Company $GPC

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-equity-investment-corp-purchases-shares-of-974085-genuine-parts-company-gpc-2026-08-19/
Equity Investment Corp has acquired 974,085 shares of Genuine Parts Company (NYSE:GPC), valued at approximately $114.9 million, making it their 20th largest holding. Other institutional investors like Vanguard Group Inc. and BlackRock Inc. also modified their stakes in the company. Genuine Parts reported strong Q1 earnings, exceeding consensus estimates, and announced a quarterly dividend of $1.0625 per share.

First National Bank of Omaha Makes New $6.19 Million Investment in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. $ORLY

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-first-national-bank-of-omaha-makes-new-619-million-investment-in-oreilly-automotive-inc-orly-2026-08-19/
First National Bank of Omaha has acquired a new stake in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY), purchasing 67,335 shares valued at approximately $6.19 million during the second quarter. This move is part of broader institutional investor activity, with several other firms also adjusting their holdings in the specialty retailer. The article also details recent insider stock sales, price performance metrics, and current analyst ratings for O'Reilly Automotive.

Meeder Asset Management Inc. Buys New Shares in W.W. Grainger, Inc. $GWW

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-meeder-asset-management-inc-buys-new-shares-in-ww-grainger-inc-gww-2026-08-18/
Meeder Asset Management Inc. acquired a new position in W.W. Grainger, Inc. (NYSE:GWW) during the second quarter, purchasing 8,520 shares valued at approximately $11.6 million. Institutional investors collectively own 80.70% of the company. W.W. Grainger recently surpassed quarterly earnings expectations and declared a quarterly dividend of $2.49 per share.
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Paragon Financial Partners Inc. Buys New Position in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. $ORLY

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-paragon-financial-partners-inc-buys-new-position-in-oreilly-automotive-inc-orly-2026-08-18/
Paragon Financial Partners Inc. has acquired a new position in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY) during the second quarter, purchasing 19,500 shares valued at approximately $1,742,000. This makes O'Reilly Automotive the firm's 17th largest holding, accounting for about 0.9% of its portfolio. Other institutional investors also adjusted their stakes, and analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating for the stock.

Pzena Investment Management LLC Invests $69.84 Million in Genuine Parts Company $GPC

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-pzena-investment-management-llc-invests-6984-million-in-genuine-parts-company-gpc-2026-08-18/
Pzena Investment Management LLC has acquired a new position in Genuine Parts Company (NYSE:GPC), purchasing 591,970 shares valued at approximately $69.84 million. This investment makes Pzena Investment Management LLC the owner of about 0.43% of Genuine Parts. Other institutional investors have also recently adjusted their stakes in GPC, which reported strong quarterly earnings and declared a quarterly dividend of $1.0625.

4,633,213 Shares in W.W. Grainger, Inc. $GWW Purchased by BlackRock Inc.

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-4633213-shares-in-ww-grainger-inc-gww-purchased-by-blackrock-inc-2026-08-18/
BlackRock Inc. recently acquired 4,633,213 shares of W.W. Grainger, Inc. (NYSE:GWW), valued at approximately $6.3 billion, securing a 9.84% stake in the company. W.W. Grainger exceeded its quarterly earnings and revenue expectations and announced a quarterly dividend of $2.49 per share. Despite strong performance, analysts currently hold a "Hold" rating for the stock with an average price target of $1,274.12.

Flputnam Investment Management Co. Acquires New Stake in Genuine Parts Company $GPC

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-flputnam-investment-management-co-acquires-new-stake-in-genuine-parts-company-gpc-2026-08-18/
Flputnam Investment Management Co. has acquired a new position in Genuine Parts Company (NYSE:GPC), purchasing 7,800 shares valued at approximately $920,000 during the second quarter. Several other institutional investors also increased their stakes in GPC. The company recently released its quarterly earnings, beating analyst estimates, and announced a quarterly dividend.

Citizens Financial Group Inc. RI Invests $7.63 Million in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. $ORLY

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-citizens-financial-group-inc-ri-invests-763-million-in-oreilly-automotive-inc-orly-2026-08-18/
Citizens Financial Group Inc. RI has acquired a new stake worth approximately $7.63 million in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. during the second quarter. Other institutional investors have also adjusted their holdings in the specialty retailer. The article also provides details on O'Reilly Automotive's recent price performance, earnings results, insider transactions, and current analyst ratings, noting a "Moderate Buy" consensus.
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Genuine Parts Co. stock underperforms Monday when compared to competitors

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Genuine Parts Co. (GPC) stock declined by 1.86% to $132.52 on Monday, underperforming the broader market. This drop occurred on a negative trading day where the S&P 500 Index fell 0.52% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 0.51%. This marked the second consecutive day of losses for Genuine Parts Co. shares.

OneDigital Investment Advisors LLC Takes $2.88 Million Position in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. $ORLY

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-onedigital-investment-advisors-llc-takes-288-million-position-in-oreilly-automotive-inc-orly-2026-08-17/
OneDigital Investment Advisors LLC acquired a new stake of 31,307 shares, valued at approximately $2.88 million, in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. during the second quarter. This move comes as institutional investors collectively own about 85% of the company, and despite recent insider stock sales totaling around $8.4 million. O'Reilly Automotive reported Q2 revenue of $4.89 billion and EPS matching expectations, while analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" consensus for the stock.

Global Retirement Partners LLC Invests $1.90 Million in Genuine Parts Company $GPC

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-global-retirement-partners-llc-invests-190-million-in-genuine-parts-company-gpc-2026-08-17/
Global Retirement Partners LLC recently acquired a new stake of 16,142 shares, valued at approximately $1.90 million, in Genuine Parts Company (NYSE:GPC) during the second quarter. This investment is part of broader institutional activity, with several other hedge funds and institutional investors adjusting their holdings in GPC. Analysts currently have a "Moderate Buy" rating for Genuine Parts, with a consensus target price of $147.86.

274,816 Shares in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. $ORLY Bought by Flputnam Investment Management Co.

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-274816-shares-in-oreilly-automotive-inc-orly-bought-by-flputnam-investment-management-co-2026-08-17/
Flputnam Investment Management Co. recently acquired a new stake of 274,816 shares in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY) valued at approximately $25.31 million during the second quarter. This move is part of broader institutional investor activity, with other firms like Vanguard Group Inc. and State Street Corp also adjusting their holdings in the automotive aftermarket retailer. Analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating for ORLY, with an average target price of $107.24, despite some recent insider selling activity.

Genuine Parts (GPC) Draws Golden Cross Interest, Is It Fully Priced?

https://www.sahmcapital.com/news/content/genuine-parts-gpc-draws-golden-cross-interest-is-it-fully-priced-2026-08-15
Genuine Parts (GPC) has attracted attention due to a golden cross pattern and renewed optimism regarding earnings and cost savings, with its share price showing strong recent momentum. While a narrative suggests GPC is 2.1% undervalued with a fair value of $137.88, driven by expected annualized cost savings of over $200 million by 2026, the company still faces challenges from inflation-driven SG&A costs and other uncertainties. Investors are advised to examine the underlying data to form their own view on the stock's valuation.
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Centric Wealth Management Invests $1.20 Million in W.W. Grainger, Inc. $GWW

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-centric-wealth-management-invests-120-million-in-ww-grainger-inc-gww-2026-08-16/
Centric Wealth Management has acquired a new stake worth $1.20 million in W.W. Grainger, purchasing 984 shares of the industrial products company. Grainger surpassed Q2 earnings expectations with $12.01 EPS and $5.02 billion in revenue, also reaffirming its 2026 EPS guidance and declaring a $2.49 quarterly dividend. Institutional investors now own 80.7% of the company, which holds a consensus "Hold" rating from analysts with an average price target of $1,274.12.

GSA Capital Partners LLP Invests $5.74 Million in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. $ORLY

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-gsa-capital-partners-llp-invests-574-million-in-oreilly-automotive-inc-orly-2026-08-16/
GSA Capital Partners LLP has acquired a new stake of 62,281 shares in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY) valued at approximately $5.74 million during the second quarter, making it their 10th largest holding. Other institutional investors also made significant new investments in O'Reilly Automotive. Despite the institutional interest, the company's stock was recently down 1.7%, with a market cap of $73.66 billion and a P/E ratio of 29.00.

Clearstead Trust LLC Makes New Investment in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. $ORLY

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-clearstead-trust-llc-makes-new-investment-in-oreilly-automotive-inc-orly-2026-08-16/
Clearstead Trust LLC recently acquired a new stake of 12,345 shares in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY), valued at approximately $1.14 million. This investment comes as institutional investors collectively own about 85% of the company's stock, despite recent insider selling totaling $8.63 million. Analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating for O'Reilly Automotive, with a consensus price target of $107.24, reflecting a generally favorable outlook on the specialty retailer.

ABN AMRO Bank N.V. Invests $97.34 Million in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. $ORLY

https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-abn-amro-bank-nv-invests-9734-million-in-oreilly-automotive-inc-orly-2026-08-16/
ABN AMRO Bank N.V. has acquired a new stake of 1,057,502 shares in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY) worth approximately $97.34 million, making it the 25th largest holding for the bank. Other institutional investors have also adjusted their positions in the company, which currently sees 85% ownership by institutional investors and hedge funds. O'Reilly Automotive reported strong Q2 earnings with an EPS of $0.86 and revenue of $4.89 billion, surpassing analyst expectations.

Genuine Parts (GPC) Draws Golden Cross Interest, Is It Fully Priced?

https://simplywall.st/stocks/us/retail/nyse-gpc/genuine-parts/news/genuine-parts-gpc-draws-golden-cross-interest-is-it-fully-pr
Genuine Parts (GPC) has garnered attention due to a "golden cross" pattern, signaling renewed optimism around its earnings and cost-saving initiatives. Despite recent strong stock performance, Simply Wall St's analysis suggests GPC is slightly undervalued at $135.03, with a fair value of $137.88, based on anticipated margin improvements and supply chain optimization. However, the company still faces risks from inflation-driven SG&A costs and uncertainties surrounding tariffs and separation plans.
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