Jefferies upgraded Emerson Electric from Hold to Buy, raising its price target to $175 from $160. The upgrade is based on strong order momentum and expanding margins, with underlying orders growing 9% in Q1 FY2026 and consistent margin improvements. Emerson's earnings are expected to accelerate from low-single-digit growth in early fiscal 2026 to low-double-digits by year-end. Despite recent stock declines, the company’s $7.9 billion backlog and $3.5-$3.6 billion free cash flow guidance support a positive outlook and shareholder returns, though risks like FX headwinds and tariffs remain.
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Emerson will announce its third quarter financial results after market close on August 4, 2026. The company's senior management will hold a live conference call at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss the results, accessible via Emerson's investor websi...
