LKQ Corp (LKQ) Earnings

LKQ Corp. is a distributor of vehicle products and its parts to repair, maintain, and accessorize automobiles. The company is headquartered in Antioch, Tennessee and currently employs 47,000 full-time employees. The company went IPO on 2003-10-03. Its vehicle products include replacement parts, components and systems used in the repair and maintenance of vehicles, and specialty aftermarket products and accessories to improve the performance, functionality and appearance of vehicles. Its segments include Wholesale - North America, Europe, Specialty and Self Service. Wholesale - North America segment consists of aftermarket and salvage operations, sells five product types of aftermarkets, original equipment manufacturer (OEM) recycled, OEM remanufactured, OEM refurbished and, to a lesser extent, new OEM parts. Europe segment provides alternative vehicle replacement and maintenance products. Specialty segment serves trucks and off-road; speed and performance; recreational vehicles; towing; wheels, tires, and performance handling, and others. Self Service segment operates self-service retail facilities.