O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. Overview
Pro stress-test →O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. was founded in 1957 by the O'Reilly family and is one of the largest specialty retailers of automotive aftermarket parts, tools, supplies, equipment, and accessories in the United States, serving both the do-it-yourself and professional service provider markets. The company reported record fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, with full-year revenue of $17.78 billion and diluted EPS of $2.97 (up 10% year-over-year).
Strategic Profile
Pro stress-test →O'Reilly maintains 33 consecutive years of comparable store sales growth and record revenue and operating income since becoming a public company in April of 1993. Net income has increased at a compound annual rate of 11.9% between 2014 and 2024. O'Reilly has a "moat" based on speed, as professional mechanics cannot wait days for shipping; O'Reilly delivers parts in minutes/hours, providing immediate availability that online-only retailers can't match.
Competitive Landscape
Pro stress-test →The automotive aftermarket industry is fragmented, which gives O'Reilly a sizable runway to keep expanding. O'Reilly competes with other major automotive parts retailers including AutoZone and Advance Auto Parts, differentiated by its dual-market strategy serving both DIY and professional customers with same-day parts availability.
Industry Context
O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. operates in Automotive Aftermarket Retail.
Key facts
Founded: 1957 · Headquarters: Springfield, US · Employees: 93000 · Revenue: $17.78B · Market cap: $81.7B