Rockwell Automation (ROK) shares surged 7.48% in pre-market trading on Wednesday following the release of its impressive second-quarter results and an upward revision of its 2025 profit forecast. The industrial automation company's performance exceeded analyst expectations, demonstrating resilience in a challenging economic environment.
For the second quarter of 2025, Rockwell Automation reported adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $2.45, significantly outpacing the consensus estimate of $2.09. The company's sales also beat expectations, coming in at $2.001 billion compared to the estimated $1.962 billion. This strong performance was accompanied by a healthy free cash flow of $171 million for the quarter.
In a move that further bolstered investor confidence, Rockwell Automation updated its outlook for fiscal year 2025. The company raised its adjusted EPS guidance range to $9.20 - $10.20, reflecting optimism about its future performance. Additionally, Rockwell projected a 1.5% revenue growth for the fiscal year, indicating steady expansion despite global economic uncertainties. The company also mentioned its intention to offset existing and additional tariff costs through a combination of pricing adjustments and supply chain actions, demonstrating proactive management of potential headwinds.
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