Rep. Gilbert Ray Cisneros, Jr. Sells AutoZone, Inc. (NYSE:AZO) Stock

Representative Gilbert Ray Cisneros, Jr. (D-California) recently sold shares of AutoZone, Inc. (NYSE:AZO). In a filing disclosed on January 12th, the Representative disclosed that they had sold between $1,001 and $15,000 in AutoZone stock on December 24th. The trade occurred in the Representative’s “150 MAIN STREET TRUST > BANK OF AMERICA” account.

Representative Gilbert Ray Cisneros, Jr. also recently made the following trade(s):

• Sold $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Xiaomi (OTCMKTS:XIACF) on 12/30/2025.
• Sold $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Schneider Electric S.E. (OTCMKTS:SBGSF) on 12/30/2025.
• Sold $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Hermès International Société en commandite par actions (OTCMKTS:HESAF) on 12/30/2025.
• Purchased $50,001 – $100,000 in shares of Campbell’s (NASDAQ:CPB) on 12/30/2025.
• Sold $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Tencent (OTC:TCTZF) on 12/30/2025.
• Sold $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (OTCMKTS:MHVYF) on 12/26/2025.
• Sold $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Bloom Energy (NYSE:BE) on 12/24/2025.
• Sold $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Arista Networks (NYSE:ANET) on 12/24/2025.
• Sold $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Coinbase Global (NASDAQ:COIN) on 12/24/2025.
• Sold $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Chevron (NYSE:CVX) on 12/24/2025.

AutoZone Stock Down 1.0%

Shares of AZO opened at $3,469.06 on Thursday. AutoZone, Inc. has a 52 week low of $3,162.00 and a 52 week high of $4,388.11. The company has a market capitalization of $57.48 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 24.19, a PEG ratio of 1.67 and a beta of 0.42. The stock’s 50-day moving average price is $3,609.66 and its 200-day moving average price is $3,854.34.

AutoZone (NYSE:AZO) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, December 9th. The company reported $31.04 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $32.69 by ($1.65). AutoZone had a net margin of 12.78% and a negative return on equity of 65.38%. The company had revenue of $4.63 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $4.64 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the business posted $32.52 earnings per share. The firm’s revenue was up 8.2% compared to the same quarter last year. As a group, equities analysts anticipate that AutoZone, Inc. will post 152.94 EPS for the current fiscal year.

AutoZone declared that its Board of Directors has initiated a stock buyback plan on Wednesday, October 8th that authorizes the company to repurchase $0.00 in shares. This repurchase authorization authorizes the company to buy shares of its stock through open market purchases. Shares repurchase plans are often an indication that the company’s leadership believes its stock is undervalued.

Insider Buying and Selling

In related news, Director Brian Hannasch purchased 147 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Thursday, December 18th. The stock was acquired at an average cost of $3,393.09 per share, for a total transaction of $498,784.23. Following the completion of the transaction, the director directly owned 962 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $3,264,152.58. This trade represents a 18.04% increase in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through this link. Also, CFO Jamere Jackson acquired 55 shares of AutoZone stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, December 10th. The shares were bought at an average price of $3,413.50 per share, for a total transaction of $187,742.50. Following the transaction, the chief financial officer owned 488 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $1,665,788. This represents a 12.70% increase in their position. The SEC filing for this purchase provides additional information. In the last 90 days, insiders have acquired 347 shares of company stock worth $1,179,256 and have sold 3,180 shares worth $12,465,312. Insiders own 2.60% of the company’s stock.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth

Several research firms recently issued reports on AZO. BNP Paribas Exane decreased their target price on shares of AutoZone from $4,811.00 to $4,268.00 and set an “outperform” rating for the company in a research note on Wednesday, December 10th. Mizuho reaffirmed a “neutral” rating and issued a $3,550.00 price objective (down previously from $3,850.00) on shares of AutoZone in a report on Monday, January 5th. Jefferies Financial Group reiterated a “buy” rating and issued a $4,400.00 price objective on shares of AutoZone in a research report on Wednesday, December 10th. Guggenheim lowered their target price on shares of AutoZone from $4,600.00 to $4,400.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a research note on Wednesday, December 10th. Finally, Morgan Stanley lifted their price target on AutoZone from $4,000.00 to $4,700.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research note on Wednesday, September 24th. Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twenty-four have given a Buy rating and six have assigned a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat, the company presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $4,310.12.

Institutional Inflows and Outflows

Hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently bought and sold shares of the stock. Raleigh Capital Management Inc. purchased a new stake in AutoZone during the 3rd quarter worth approximately $26,000. Turning Point Benefit Group Inc. purchased a new stake in shares of AutoZone during the third quarter worth $25,000. Global Trust Asset Management LLC raised its position in shares of AutoZone by 600.0% in the third quarter. Global Trust Asset Management LLC now owns 7 shares of the company’s stock valued at $30,000 after buying an additional 6 shares during the last quarter. Aspect Partners LLC lifted its stake in shares of AutoZone by 700.0% in the second quarter. Aspect Partners LLC now owns 8 shares of the company’s stock worth $30,000 after buying an additional 7 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Salomon & Ludwin LLC acquired a new position in AutoZone during the third quarter worth about $34,000. 92.74% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

About Representative Cisneros

Gil Cisneros (Democratic Party) is a member of the U.S. House, representing California’s 31st Congressional District. He assumed office on January 3, 2025. His current term ends on January 3, 2027.

Cisneros (Democratic Party) is running for re-election to the U.S. House to represent California’s 31st Congressional District. He declared candidacy for the 2026 election.

Gil Cisneros served in the U.S. Navy as a supply officer from 1994 to 2004. Cisneros earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from George Washington University in 1994, a master’s in business administration from Regis University in 2002, and a master’s degree in urban education policy from Brown University in 2015. His career experience includes working as a logistics manager for Frito-Lay. In 2010, Cisneros won the lottery and became involved in activism and philanthropy, founding a scholarship program for local high school students. In 2021, President Joe Biden (D) appointed Cisneros as under secretary of defense for personnel and readiness.

About AutoZone

AutoZone, Inc (NYSE: AZO) is a retailer and distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories. Headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, the company supplies a wide range of aftermarket components, maintenance items and accessories for passenger cars, light trucks and commercial vehicles. Its product assortment includes engine parts, electrical components, batteries, brakes, filters, fluids and interior and exterior accessories, supported by inventory management and logistics systems to serve retail customers and professional service providers.

AutoZone serves both do‑it‑yourself (DIY) consumers and commercial customers such as independent repair shops and service centers.