Zacks Upgrades Autoliv to Rank #2 Buy on Improved Earnings Outlook

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Zacks upgraded Autoliv to a #2 (Buy) rating based on upward revisions in its earnings estimates. The firm highlighted improving profit forecasts for the auto safety supplier, potentially boosting investor demand for ALV shares.

1. Undervaluation Backed by Estimate Revisions

Analysts covering Autoliv have raised full-year earnings estimates by an average of 4.8% over the past month, reflecting stronger-than-expected order intake for advanced driver-assist systems. Consensus revenue projections for fiscal 2025 have climbed to $9.6 billion, up from $9.2 billion three months ago, driven by a 12% increase in global airbag module shipments. At current valuation levels, the company trades at roughly 10 times forward earnings, below the five-year average of 12.5 times, suggesting that the market may be overlooking the recent expansion of operating margins to 11.2% from 9.7% last year.

2. Zacks Rank Upgrade to #2 Signals Growth Potential

Zacks recently upgraded Autoliv to a Rank #2 (Buy), citing sustained upward revisions to consensus estimates and positive momentum in the vehicle safety market. The upgrade follows a 6% upward revision to the second-quarter EPS forecast over the past two weeks. Management has guided for 8% annual revenue growth through 2027, supported by rapid adoption of radar-based safety products, which currently account for 18% of sales and are expected to exceed 25% by 2026. Investors could benefit from the combination of accelerating earnings growth and a rebound in free cash flow, projected to exceed $700 million next year.

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