Emerson Electrifies Q2 With Earnings Beat, Tightens FY Sales Growth Outlook
Portfolio Pulse from Lekha Gupta
Emerson Electric Co (NYSE:EMR) reported a Q2 FY24 earnings beat with net sales growth of 17% Y/Y to $4.38 billion, surpassing the consensus of $4.29 billion. Adjusted EPS rose 25% Y/Y to $1.36, beating the $1.25 consensus. The company also tightened its FY24 sales growth outlook to 15%-16% and adjusted its EPS forecast to $5.40-$5.50. Emerson declared a quarterly dividend of $0.525 per share. Shares are trading lower despite the positive report. Investors can also gain exposure through ProShares S&P Kensho Smart Factories ETF (NYSE:MAKX) and Gabelli Automation ETF (NYSE:GAST).
May 08, 2024 | 2:05 pm
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POSITIVE IMPACT
Gabelli Automation ETF, which includes Emerson Electric, may benefit indirectly from Emerson's Q2 earnings beat and updated FY24 guidance.
Given Emerson Electric's inclusion in the GAST ETF, its positive earnings report and future outlook could have a favorable impact on the ETF's performance, though this will depend on Emerson's proportion within the ETF.
CONFIDENCE 75
IMPORTANCE 60
RELEVANCE 50
POSITIVE IMPACT
ProShares S&P Kensho Smart Factories ETF, which includes Emerson Electric, may see indirect impact from Emerson's earnings beat and positive outlook.
As Emerson Electric is part of the MAKX ETF, its strong performance and optimistic outlook could positively influence the ETF's value, albeit indirectly and depending on Emerson's weight within the ETF.
CONFIDENCE 75
IMPORTANCE 60
RELEVANCE 50
NEGATIVE IMPACT
Emerson Electric reported strong Q2 FY24 earnings, surpassing sales and EPS estimates, and raised its FY24 outlook. Despite the positive report, shares are trading lower.
Despite Emerson's strong Q2 performance and optimistic FY24 outlook, the immediate market reaction has been negative, likely due to already high investor expectations or broader market conditions. This suggests a short-term negative impact on EMR's stock price.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 95
RELEVANCE 100