Morgan Stanley has upgraded Aptiv PLC (APTV) to Equal-Weight from Underweight, a move that underscores a more optimistic outlook on the company’s future. As of December 7, 2025, Aptiv shares are trading at $76.53.
This upgrade reflects improved analyst sentiment, which may be due to better-than-expected business performance or enhanced confidence in Aptiv’s strategic direction. With a market capitalization of $16.5 billion and a P/E ratio of 55.88, Aptiv operates in the auto components industry, providing software and hardware solutions for the automotive market. The company, headquartered in Schaffhausen, Switzerland, employs 141,000 full-time staff and has been pivotal in delivering end-to-end mobility solutions that support the transition to electrified, software-defined vehicles.
Aptiv's upcoming earnings report is scheduled for July 29, 2026, where analysts estimate an EPS of $2.11 and revenue of $5.5 billion. Recent earnings performance has been strong, with Q3 2025 EPS of $2.17 exceeding estimates by 17.1%.
Analyst ratings, such as this upgrade, provide insights based on research and financial models. However, these assessments should be viewed as part of a broader decision-making process that includes company fundamentals and industry trends. As of December 1, 2025, the analyst consensus on Aptiv stands at 8 Strong Buy, 13 Buy, 6 Hold, and 2 Sell, reflecting a generally favorable outlook among analysts.
Such decisions reflect the dynamic nature of market assessments, which can evolve with new information and changing market conditions.