May 30, 2025 04:30 AM GMT Capital Goods | Europe M Foundation Who is off to the right AI adoption start? We map out AI adoption in Cap Goods and see a clear step-up versus 12 months ago. We identify six key use cases and see opportunities for early adopters with pricing power. Rexel's wide range of AI use cases stands out, and KONE and Schneider are also well positioned. Key Takeaways Amara's law states that people tend to overestimate the effect of a technology in the short term, and underestimate its impa ...

Core Viewpoint - Tariffs are significantly impacting market dynamics, with recent legal rulings and policy changes influencing investor sentiment and stock performance [1][2]. Group 1: Market Reactions and Trends - The U.S. Court of International Trade ruled that President Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs exceeded his authority, leading to a market rally [1][2]. - Despite the S&P 500 being nearly flat for the year, European indices have seen substantial gains, with the iShares Core MSCI Europe ETF (IEUR) up over 23% [2]. - Investors are shifting focus to European stocks due to tariff uncertainties, particularly following Trump's pause on further tariffs on the EU [3]. Group 2: Promising European Stocks - nVent Electric plc (NVT) is positioned for growth with a market cap of at least $2 billion, projected EPS growth of nearly 15% over five years, and strong profit margins [4][5][6]. - Aon plc (AON) has strong gross and profit margins, with analysts upgrading the stock to a Buy despite missing EPS and revenue targets, indicating a potential upside of nearly 13% [7][8][9]. - Ryanair Holdings plc (RYAAY) recently flew over 200 million passengers, with expectations of 30% EPS growth this year and strong technical signals indicating a bullish trend [11][12][13]. - ING Groep N.V. (ING) has a market cap of $65 billion, strong profit margins, and a 5% dividend yield, making it a top international pick for growth [14][15][16].

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Core Insights - Wesco has been recognized as a great place to work, with 83% of employees rating it positively, a 10 percentage point increase from 73% in 2024, surpassing the U.S. average of 57% [1][2] - The management team received high ratings for fairness in treatment across various demographics, with 90% or above for related statements, and 96% of employees feel the workplace is physically safe [2] - Wesco's commitment to employee experience is validated by the Great Place To Work Certification, which is based on real-time employee feedback [4][6] Company Overview - Wesco International, a FORTUNE 500® company, reported approximately $22 billion in annual sales for 2024 and specializes in business-to-business distribution, logistics services, and supply chain solutions [5] - The company employs around 20,000 people and operates over 700 sites in approximately 50 countries, providing a global network for its customers [5] - Wesco offers a diverse portfolio of products and services, including Electrical and Electronic Solutions, Communications and Security Solutions, and Utility and Broadband Solutions [5]

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Investment Rating - The report assigns a 12-month rating of "Sell" for Mitsubishi Electric with a price target of ¥1,700, indicating a potential decline from the current price of ¥2,901 [5]. Core Insights - The report highlights concerns regarding the FA (Factory Automation) business, which has seen a significant decline in operating profit margins, dropping from nearly 20% in the past to 6.1% in FY3/25 [2][3]. - The company is undergoing restructuring, particularly in the FA business, with plans to make decisions regarding operations worth approximately ¥0.8 trillion by FY3/26 [1][3]. - Despite some positive opinions on the restructuring, the overall sentiment remains bearish due to the company's slow response to market share losses in China and the gradual implementation of cost-cutting measures [3][4]. Financial Performance - Revenue projections show a slight decline from ¥5,521.7 billion in FY3/25 to an estimated ¥5,470.0 billion in FY3/26, with a forecasted operating profit of ¥350.0 billion [7][8]. - The report estimates that the operating profit guidance for FY3/26 includes a one-off profit of over ¥30 billion, suggesting that the underlying performance may be weaker than it appears [4]. - The forecast for EPS (Earnings Per Share) is projected to decrease from ¥156.2 in FY3/25 to ¥129.1 in FY3/26, reflecting a significant drop of 17.3% [6][9]. Valuation Metrics - The report uses an EV/EBITDA multiple of 5x for valuation, leading to a price target of ¥1,700 [4][12]. - Key valuation metrics include a P/E ratio of 22.5 for FY3/26 and a projected dividend yield of 1.7% [9][10]. - The company's market capitalization is reported at ¥6,021 billion, with a free float of 67% [5][8]. Market Position and Outlook - Mitsubishi Electric operates in various sectors, including cyclical and non-cyclical fields, maintaining a strong and stable position within the industry [11]. - The report indicates a bearish outlook for the company's stock, with a forecasted total stock return of -39.7% over the next year [10].

Quanta Services (PWR) FY 2025 Conference May 28, 2025 08:00 AM ET Speaker0 Hi. Good morning, everyone. My name is Chad Dillard. I'm the lead analyst here at Bernstein covering the machinery sector and the electrical infrastructure companies. I'm really pleased to have Quanta Services here who is, a leading electrical infrastructure solutions provider. And, joining me from the company is, Duke Austin, CEO, and Jay Sridharasad, CFO. So if you have any questions, during this fireside chat, there is a link some ...

Summary of Key Points Core Viewpoint - The Q1 2025 earnings season for S&P 500 companies has been largely positive, with several companies, including Palantir, Cboe Global Markets, and Eaton, reporting record results, driven by strong demand and positive guidance for future growth [1][15]. Group 1: Palantir - Palantir reported a 39% year-over-year increase in sales, reflecting strong demand and raising its sales outlook for the current year significantly [2][4]. - The customer count grew nearly 40% year-over-year and 8% sequentially, with a record U.S. commercial total contract value of $810 million, up 180% year-over-year [3]. - Analysts have revised their sales expectations for Palantir, with the current Zacks Consensus estimate at $3.9 billion, up nearly 20% from last year, and a forecasted 37% year-over-year sales growth [4]. Group 2: Cboe Global Markets - Cboe Global Markets achieved record adjusted EPS of $2.37, a 21% increase year-over-year, and record net revenue of $562.5 million, up 13% year-over-year [5]. - The company reported record Options net revenue of $352.4 million, up 15% year-over-year, and global FX net revenue of $21.3 million, climbing 16% year-over-year [6]. - Following the strong results, analysts have notably revised their earnings expectations higher, indicating a favorable near-term earnings outlook [9]. Group 3: Eaton - Eaton posted record Q1 adjusted EPS of $2.72, a 13% increase year-over-year, and record Q1 sales of $6.4 billion, up 7% year-over-year, with segment margins reaching 23.9%, an 80 basis points increase year-over-year [10]. - The company has demonstrated a commitment to rewarding shareholders, with a 7% five-year annualized dividend growth rate, reflecting strong dividend growth over the last decade [13].

Market Overview - After the selloff on April 3, the S&P 500 experienced a significant rally, erasing losses within 25 trading days, which surprised many on Wall Street but not Louis Navellier's subscribers [3][4]. Predictions and Insights - Louis Navellier has made three major predictions over the past two years, including Biden's withdrawal from the presidential race, Trump's victory in the 2024 election, and a bullish realignment in trade policies [6][8][10]. - The current market dynamics are part of a larger framework termed "Liberation Day 2.0," which includes tax, tech, and energy liberation initiatives [12][13][14]. Company Spotlight: Powell Industries Inc. (POWL) - Powell Industries, a Houston-based developer and manufacturer of electrical infrastructure, has shown impressive earnings surprises over the past five quarters, with increases of up to 400% [16]. - The company reported new orders totaling $249 million in its second quarter of fiscal year 2025, with a backlog of $1.3 billion, and revenue rose 9% year-over-year to $279 million [20]. - Earnings increased 38% year-over-year to $46 million, or $3.81 per share, surpassing analyst expectations [21]. - Analysts project Powell's revenue for 2025 to reach $1.12 billion, up from $1.01 billion, with earnings expected to climb to $14.17 per share [22]. Investment Opportunities - Powell Industries is positioned to benefit from the anticipated economic policies under Trump's agenda, particularly in AI, energy, and infrastructure sectors [19]. - The company has established relationships with hyperscaler operators, which are crucial for the growing demand for AI data centers [18].

Core Insights - The article discusses the decision to sell stocks in Block and Pinterest after five years of holding, highlighting changes in company vision and performance concerns [4][16]. Group 1: Block (formerly Square) - Block has evolved significantly since its initial investment, changing its name and expanding its business segments, which has led to uncertainty about its long-term vision [5][7]. - The company has experienced 300% revenue growth over the last five years; however, revenue growth per share has been diluted due to acquisitions and stock-based compensation [9]. - The investment underperformed compared to the S&P 500, raising concerns about the effectiveness of its growth strategy [9]. Group 2: Pinterest - Pinterest has seen a 65% increase in monthly active users and a 73% increase in revenue per user over five years, but growth has not met expectations [13][14]. - In Q1 2025, Pinterest's advertisement pricing dropped by 22% year-over-year, despite a 49% increase in ad impressions, raising concerns about potential over-saturation of ads [15]. - The company has struggled to improve pricing compared to competitors, leading to disappointment in its growth relative to its potential [15]. Group 3: Future Investment Focus - The focus has shifted towards companies that demonstrate consistent growth, sustainable profits, and do not dilute shareholder value, with Wingstop and Comfort Systems USA highlighted as examples [17][22]. - Wingstop has maintained a 21-year streak of same-store sales growth and plans to double its locations, contributing to a 164% stock increase over five years [20]. - Comfort Systems has seen a 1,300% stock increase over five years, benefiting from increased spending in data centers and a strong backlog of nearly $7 billion [21].