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Aptiv PLC
2 filings tracked
technologyautomotive technologyLARGE ($10B-200B)

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Chronological Filing Evolution (Click to filter / toggle)

Thesis (Bull Case Evolution)

The investment narrative has shifted from a broad-based automotive supplier play to a focused bet on a software-defined vehicle transition.…

Bullish Outlook

Antithesis (Bear Case / Structural Risks)

Conversely, the financial risk profile has intensified as the company grapples with a heavy debt load and a history of material weaknesses in internal controls.…

Risk Factors

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Synthesis (Verdict & Resolution)

Aptiv is currently navigating a high-stakes corporate transformation, transitioning from a diversified automotive supplier to a focused technology compounder.…

Latest Available Quarter (Q2 '26 (10-Q))

Core Takeaway

Aptiv has completed its spin-off of Versigent to focus on high-margin tech, but is facing a liquidity squeeze.

Investor Lens

The trade-off between a cleaner strategic focus and deteriorating short-term liquidity.

Watch Next

Operating cash flow recovery and progress on Versigent separation accounting.

Calculated Financial Trajectory (Click to filter signals)

Net Income / Loss$189.00M
the quarter ended March 31, '26: $189.00M

Signal Momentum Chart

Quarterly net bull/bear signal ratio. Click nodes to select a quarter.

BULLISH (+1.0)NEUTRAL (0.0)BEARISH (-1.0)+0.75Q1 '26 (10-K)+0.03Q2 '26 (10-Q)

Signal Timeline

bullishMay 5

Completed spin-off of Electrical Distribution Systems into Versigent, unlocking $1.9B in cash.

divestiture
90%
bearishMay 5

Gross margin percentage declined from 19.1% to 18.1% year-over-year.

margin compression
60%
bearishMay 5

Operating income decreased 15% year-over-year to $378 million.

earnings miss
70%
bullishMay 5

Repurchased approximately 1 million shares for $75 million in Q1 2026.

buyback
50%
bullishMay 5

Completed spin-off of Electrical Distribution Systems into Versigent, unlocking $1.9B in cash.

divestiture
90%
bearishMay 5

Gross margin percentage declined from 19.1% to 18.1% year-over-year.

margin compression
60%
bearishMay 5

Operating income decreased 15% year-over-year to $378 million.

earnings miss
70%
bullishMay 5

Repurchased approximately 1 million shares for $75 million in Q1 2026.

buyback
50%
bullishMay 5

Completed spin-off of Electrical Distribution Systems into Versigent, unlocking $1.9B in cash.

divestiture
90%
bearishMay 5

Gross margin percentage declined from 19.1% to 18.1% year-over-year.

margin compression
60%
bearishMay 5

Operating income decreased 15% year-over-year to $378 million.

earnings miss
70%
bullishMay 5

Repurchased approximately 1 million shares for $75 million in Q1 2026.

buyback
50%
bullishMay 5

Completed spin-off of Electrical Distribution Systems into Versigent, unlocking $1.9B in cash.

divestiture
90%
bearishMay 5

Gross margin percentage declined from 19.1% to 18.1% year-over-year.

margin compression
60%
bearishMay 5

Operating income decreased 15% year-over-year to $378 million.

earnings miss
70%
bullishMay 5

Repurchased approximately 1 million shares for $75 million in Q1 2026.

buyback
50%
bullishMay 5

Completed spin-off of Electrical Distribution Systems into Versigent, unlocking $1.9B in cash.

divestiture
90%
bearishMay 5

Gross margin percentage declined from 19.1% to 18.1% year-over-year.

margin compression
60%
bearishMay 5

Operating income decreased 15% year-over-year to $378 million.

earnings miss
70%
bullishMay 5

Repurchased approximately 1 million shares for $75 million in Q1 2026.

buyback
50%
bullishMay 5

Completed spin-off of Electrical Distribution Systems into Versigent, unlocking $1.9B in cash.

divestiture
90%
bearishMay 5

Gross margin percentage declined from 19.1% to 18.1% year-over-year.

margin compression
60%
bearishMay 5

Operating income decreased 15% year-over-year to $378 million.

earnings miss
70%
bullishMay 5

Repurchased approximately 1 million shares for $75 million in Q1 2026.

buyback
50%
bullishMay 5

Completed spin-off of Electrical Distribution Systems into Versigent, unlocking $1.9B in cash.

divestiture
90%
bearishMay 5

Gross margin percentage declined from 19.1% to 18.1% year-over-year.

margin compression
60%
bearishMay 5

Operating income decreased 15% year-over-year to $378 million.

earnings miss
70%
bullishMay 5

Repurchased approximately 1 million shares for $75 million in Q1 2026.

buyback
50%
bullishFeb 6

Planned spin-off of Electrical Distribution Systems to focus on high-margin software.

divestiture
90%
bullishFeb 6

Aggressive return of capital through multi-billion dollar share repurchases.

buyback
60%

Filing History

10-QMay 5, 2026
Expand Sequence

The Q1 2026 filing reveals a company in the midst of a high-stakes identity shift. While the completion of the Versigent spin-off and the issuance of new senior notes provide a temporary financial reprieve, the underlying operational metrics remain under pressure. The company is effectively racing to scale its high-margin technology segments before its current liquidity and debt covenants become restrictive. Ultimately, the investment case hinges on whether the structural benefits of a leaner, software-focused organization can outweigh the immediate risks of negative operating cash flow and high leverage. Investors must weigh the potential for a valuation re-rating against the reality of a business battling rising labor costs and a volatile global trade environment.

10-KFeb 6, 2026
Expand Sequence

The 2025 10-K reveals a company at a critical crossroads, attempting to trade a legacy hardware profile for a high-growth software valuation. While the operational pivot toward software-defined vehicle architectures is supported by a massive award pipeline, the financial transition is fraught with risk. The success of the Versigent spin-off is the primary catalyst for a potential re-rating, but it must be executed against a backdrop of tightening liquidity and strict debt covenants. Ultimately, investors are weighing a visionary product evolution against a balance sheet that offers little margin for error. The tension between aggressive shareholder returns and the need for capital to fund the transition highlights the high-stakes nature of Aptiv's current strategy. The market's reaction will likely depend on whether the company can stabilize its internal controls and successfully execute the separation without breaching financial covenants.

Disclaimer: The synthesis provided is generated by AI models and should not be construed as investment advice. Analysis is based solely on regulatory data present at the time of publication. Consult a financial advisor for specific investment strategies.