Welcome to the Equity Mates Summer Series, over 12 episodes we’re deep diving into some of the most exciting, interesting and well-known companies from around the world. AutoZone, Inc., the leading American retailer in aftermarket automotive parts and accessories, stands as the largest of its kind in the United States. Specialising in auto parts retail with its own private label brands, AutoZone boasts a robust network of 7,140 stores spanning the United States, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Brazil, and the US Virgin Islands. Unique to its operational model, all AutoZone stores are corporately owned, as the company operates without franchises. We're joined by Anthony Doyle, the Head of Investment Strategy for the Firetrail S3 Global Opportunities Fund, to go through the numbers. He goes through his thoughts on where the company trying to build a sustainable competitive advantage, what he'd be most concerned about if you were to invest, and if the company is successful in its ambitions, what that'll look like in 10 years.The Equity Mates Summer Series is proud to partner with CommSec, the home of investing. Often we get frustrated with the lack of access to international markets, particularly when there are so many great opportunities outside of Australia. However, with CommSec those opportunities are a reality, with access to 13 international markets, from the US, to Norway, Germany and Japan. Invest in shares on the US Market from just $5 USD brokerage. Download the CommSec app today or visit commsec.com.au. CommSec T&Cs and other fees and charges apply. Investing in overseas markets exposes you to additional risk.If you want to go beyond the podcast and learn more, check out our accompanying email. Buy a copy of Don’t Stress, Just Invest now, click here.You could win $500 by filling out our EM Community Survey. Click here.*****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****This episode contained sponsored content from Commsec *****Equity Mates Investing Podcast is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697.Equity Mates is part of the Acast Creator Network.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.