• Genuine Parts posted Q2 net income of $228 million, down 10.72%, as diluted EPS fell 9.84% to $1.65.
• Net sales rose 6% to $6.5 billion, driven by 3.4% comparable sales growth plus a 1.4% foreign-currency lift.
• Adjusted diluted EPS increased 2.38% to $2.15, reflecting $69 million of after-tax restructuring and separation-related adjustments.
• GPC reaffirmed 2026 adjusted EPS of $7.50 to $8.00, while trimming GAAP EPS to $5.90 to $6.40.
• CEO Will Stengel said the company remains on track to complete its planned separation in Q1 2027.

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