DUK, KO, ARKO and NYT are highlighted as defensive stock picks as U.S. inflation tops 4%, rate hike expectations rise and earnings estimates improve.

Arko Corp. (ARKO) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
the combination of a 10.76 debt-to-equity ratio and persistent net margin compression below 1% suggests that the company's current financial structure is unsustainable for long-term value creation.
Arko Corp. (ARKO) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Arko Corp. (ARKO) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | May 7, 2026 | $0.07vs $0.16+56.3% | $1.8Bvs $1.7B+7.3% |
| Q1 2026 | Feb 25, 2026 | $0.00vs $0.01+137.0% | $1.8Bvs $1.8B-1.0% |
| Q4 2025 | Nov 5, 2025 | $0.10vs $0.12-16.7% | $2.0Bvs $1.8B+11.5% |
| Q3 2025 | Aug 6, 2025 | $0.16vs $0.12+33.3% | $2.0Bvs $2.1B-2.9% |
Recent stock market news and headlines for Arko Corp. (ARKO)
DUK, KO, ARKO and NYT are highlighted as defensive stock picks as U.S. inflation tops 4%, rate hike expectations rise and earnings estimates improve.

ARKO Petroleum, a recent spin-off from Arko Corp, offers a leading, asset-light fuel distribution platform with a focus on dividends. APC targets a double-digit forward yield, aiming for a $2 annual dividend, but historical cash flow coverage remains tight, and future cash flow growth is essential. Q1 results showed strong operating income (+27%) and discretionary cash flow (+46%), supporting optimism if performance persists.

In the most recent trading session, ARKO Corp. (ARKO) closed at $7.43, indicating a -3.51% shift from the previous trading day.

EL, ARKO, ATEYY, GDOT and BEN have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List on June 23rd, 2026.

BEN, EL and ARKO made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) income stocks list on June 23rd, 2026.

Key metrics vs top competitors for Arko Corp. (ARKO)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $7.85 | $880.64M | 52.33 | -12.47% | 0.3% | 6.11% | 1.51% | |
| $575.64 | $10.65B | 23.89 | -4.25% | 2.81% | 89.51% | — | |
| $801.99 | $29.73B | 41.86 | 10.16% | 4.07% | 18.73% | — | |
| $73.94 | $13.33B | 23.77 | -5.99% | 4.46% | 13.02% | — | |
| $22.57 | $860.71M | 20.71 | -10.63% | 2.03% | — | — | |
| $8.30 | $112.2M | 8.74 | 148.14% | 41.96% | 7.25% | — |
Arko Corp. (ARKO) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
Arko Corp. (ARKO) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
May 7, 2026·SEC
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Arko Corp. (ARKO) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Arko Corp. (ARKO) reported $7.59B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 545% increase from $1.18B in 2012.
Arko Corp. (ARKO) saw revenue decline by 12.5% over the past year.
Yes, Arko Corp. (ARKO) is profitable, generating $27.4M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (0.3% net margin).
Yes, Arko Corp. (ARKO) pays a dividend with a yield of 1.51%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
Arko Corp. (ARKO) has a return on equity (ROE) of 6.1%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.
Arko Corp. (ARKO) generated $37.7M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.