CarParts.com Inc (PRTS)

CarParts.com, Inc. stock has experienced volatility and a decline. The share price fell by 55.30% from January 10, 2025, to January 8, 2026, reaching an all-time low on December 16, 2025. Key events include a strategic investment in early September 2025, a Nasdaq compliance notice, board transitions in October 2025, a GAAP net loss reported on November 10, 2025, a net loss for Q2 2025, a listing transfer on December 16, 2025, the appointment of an Interim Chief Financial Officer on November 14, 2025, and share dilution.

CarParts.com typically experiences a decrease in sales from the second to the third quarter, but in Q3 2025, sales were higher due to inventory management, strategic pricing, and marketing. The company benefits from increased consumer interest during seasonal sales events, such as Black Friday.

CarParts.com, Inc. operates as an online retailer of aftermarket auto parts and accessories, functioning as an e-commerce platform. The company sells directly to consumers through its website, app, and online marketplaces, and distributes to wholesale distributors. It is in the Consumer Discretionary sector and Auto Parts industry, offering replacement parts for vehicle exteriors, engine and chassis components, mechanical and electrical parts, and performance parts and accessories. Key brands include Kool-Vue, Evan Fischer, and JC Whitney.

CarParts.com, Inc. operates and sells primarily in the United States and the Philippines. Its headquarters are in Torrance, California, and it has a nationwide distribution network with warehouses, including a semi-automated facility in Las Vegas, Nevada.

CarParts.com has focused on enhancing its digital platform, expanding product offerings, and improving customer satisfaction. The company has implemented eco-friendly practices and formed alliances with automotive brands. CarParts.com leverages technology to match parts to vehicles and attracts traffic to its website and app. Despite these efforts, the company has underperformed the US Specialty Retail industry and the broader US Market. CarParts.com is navigating a challenging period and exploring strategic alternatives, including a potential sale.

CarParts.com, Inc.'s ownership includes institutional investors, company insiders, and retail shareholders. Institutional investors hold approximately 10.26% to 20.92% of the stock. Company insiders own roughly 5.34% to 9.70% of the stock, with CEO David Meniane holding 2.65% of the shares. Retail and public investors represent the largest ownership block, accounting for approximately 72.88% to 73.33% of the shares.