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☆ Emerson Electric to buy NI for $8.2 bln to deepen automation push
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-12 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

April 12 (Reuters) - U.S. industrial conglomerate Emerson Electric Co (EMR.N) on Wednesday said it would buy measurement tools maker NI Corp (NATI.O) for $8.2 billion in an effort to boost its automation capabilities. Emerson has executed a string of deals over the last few years to streamline itself into an industrial automation provider. The NI deal is expected to close in the first half of Emerson's fiscal 2024. Shares of Emerson, which already owns an about 2% stake in NI, fell more than 2% to $82.55 in premarket trade. NI launched a formal sale process in January after Emerson threatened to challenge its board if it did not engage in deal negotiations.

Emerson outbid other bidders including Fortive Corp (FTV.N) and Keysight Technologies Inc (KEYS.N) in the final stages of a sale process for National Instruments with an offer of about $60 per share, the sources said. National Instruments launched a formal sale process in January after Emerson threatened to challenge its board if it did not engage in deal negotiations. Emerson dropped its hostile bid once the auction for National Instruments got underway. Reuters first reported in March that Emerson, Fortive and Keysight were through to the final round of bidding for National Instruments, after breaking news of Emerson's interest in January. Austin, Texas-based National Instruments specializes in the production of automated testing and measurement tools for the semiconductor, transportation, aerospace and defense industries.

☆ Emerson Electric to buy NI Corp for $8.2 billion in automation push
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-12 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +1 min

April 12 (Reuters) - U.S. industrial conglomerate Emerson Electric Co (EMR.N) on Wednesday said it would buy measurement equipment maker NI Corp (NATI.O) for $8.2 billion in an effort to boost its automation capabilities. The purchase of Texas-based NI, which provides software-connected automated test and measurement systems, will help Emerson achieve a higher-growth and higher-margin automation portfolio. NI launched a formal sale process in January after Emerson threatened to challenge its board if it did not engage in deal negotiations. Reuters reported on Tuesday that Emerson was in advanced talks to acquire NI. Goldman Sachs & Co LLC and Centerview Partners LLC are serving as financial advisors to Emerson, while Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP is serving as legal advisor.

Emerson dropped that threat once the sale process for National Instruments got underway. National Instruments ended trading on Thursday at $50.62 a share. National Instruments expects the sale process to be completed by early April, according to the sources. National Instruments, Fortive and Keysight did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Austin, Texas-based National Instruments specializes in the production of automated testing and measurement tools for the semiconductor, transportation, aerospace and defense industries.

☆ Reshoring is accelerating—These stocks should benefit as companies return to the U.S.
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-27 | by ( Michelle Fox | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

Reshoring declarations are amping up, as more companies look to return operations to the United States from overseas. Corporate reshoring announcements jumped 17% in the fourth quarter compared with the prior quarter and are now tracking nearly 300% higher than the fourth quarter of 2021, according to UBS. In fact, reshoring and foreign direct investments jobs reached a record of at least 360,000 jobs last year, according to the Reshoring Initiative. The move back to the U.S . can also be seen in corporate earnings, said Ron Graziano, managing director of global accounting and tax for Credit Suisse. The company's equipment is needed for big semiconductor manufacturing plants as companies test chips as they are produced, Snyder said.

☆ This little-known tech stock can rally more than 20%, Citi says
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-22 | by ( Pia Singh | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

It's time to buy Keysight Technologies , Citi said, citing a "rare pull back opportunity" for investors despite the company's weaker near-term outlook. Suva expects the next catalyst for the stock to be its investor day on March 7. "We expect the company to give a 3-year sales outlook for at least mid-single digit growth and EPS growth slightly higher. Suva expects Keysight will continue to set conservative guidance targets that it will meet and exceed. Keysight Technologies shares have gained 1% in the past year, but are down 9% since the start of the year.

Palo Alto Networks' forecast for fiscal third-quarter adjusted earnings also beat expectations. Coinbase - Shares of the cryptocurrency exchange rose more than 1% after Coinbase reported a smaller-than-expected loss for the fourth quarter. Toll Brothers — Shares of the homebuilder rose more than 2% on the back of better-than-expected fiscal first-quarter results. The company reported consolidated revenue of $1.31 billion, a 6% decrease compared to the prior year quarter, and earnings per share of $1.35. Analysts served by StreetAccount had expected a $1.3 billion in revenue and earnings per share of $1.19.

☆ Stocks making the biggest moves midday: Palo Alto Networks, Coinbase, Dick's Sporting Goods, Amazon and more
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-22 | by ( Samantha Subin | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Coinbase — Shares of the cryptocurrency exchange fell 5% even after Coinbase reported a smaller-than-expected loss for the fourth quarter. Palo Alto Networks — The software company's stock gained more than 11% after its fiscal second-quarter earnings and revenue beat analysts' estimates. Wingstop — Wingstop shares jumped 8% after topping analysts' estimates for the recent quarter, according to FactSet. Baidu — U.S.-listed shares of the Chinese tech company fell more than 3%, despite Baidu topping revenue estimates for the recent quarter. Wix.com — Shares of the website developer company surged nearly 14% after beating analysts' estimates for the fourth quarter, according to FactSet.

☆ Goldman Sachs downgrades this stock as auto market faces a tough macro outlook, names Tesla a top pick
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-11 | by ( Samantha Subin | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Shares of Keysight Technologies look poised for a reset as both the auto and communications infrastructure industries face a difficult macro environment ahead, according to Goldman Sachs. Analyst Mark Delaney downgraded shares of the electronic design and test solutions company that supplies products to the industries like autos, to neutral from buy. He cited increased exposure to a dwindling communications infrastructure market and the company's premium valuation relative to peers. "We expect a slowdown in telecom/communications infrastructure capex given the weaker macroeconomic backdrop, which could negatively impact Keysight's business in our opinion," Delaney wrote in a Tuesday note. Delaney also named General Motors and Tesla as his favored picks in 2023, noting that both companies are leading the way in autonomy.

☆ ‘The reshoring craze is real’ — These companies should benefit, experts say
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-23 | by ( Michelle Fox | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +6 min

A lot has been said about reshoring, as companies look to bring manufacturing back to their home countries, particularly the U.S. Reshoring is essentially companies returning operations to their original country from overseas. "The reshoring craze is real, especially as you continue to hear more and more about this general theme of deglobalization," he said. "They sell into the construction of the factory, they sell into the equipment of the factory, the automation of the factory." The company's equipment is needed for big semiconductor manufacturing plants as companies test chips as they are produced, Snyder said.

☆ Goldman says buy these five stocks in a weakening macro environment
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-03 | by ( Michael Bloom | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +6 min

Analysts at Goldman Sachs named a slew of stocks this week that the firm said are well positioned if market conditions deteriorate. They include Yeti, Yum China , Keysight Technologies , Capri Holdings and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing . Yum China Yum China is a stock made for these times, according to analyst Michelle Cheng. Keysight Technologies "Strong results despite weakening macro. Yum China "YUMC delivered a strong margin beat in its 3Q22 results reinforcing its leading execution & business resiliency amid market volatility.

☆ Stocks making the biggest moves after hours: Live Nation, Gap, Ross Stores, Palo Alto and more
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-17 | by ( Alex Harring | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Gap – The retailer popped 10% after beating Wall Street's estimates for revenue. Palo Alto Networks – Shares of the cybersecurity provider added 6.5% after beating expectations for revenue and per-share earnings, according to Refinitiv. Ross Stores – Shares shot up 15% following the discount retailer's report of beats on per-share earnings and revenue for the latest quarter. Keysight Technologies – The electronic design company added 4.2% after it reported beating FactSet's expectations for revenue and per-share earnings. Applied Materials – Shares rose 3.4% after the manufacturer known for its semiconductor offerings beat analysts' estimates on revenue and earnings for its fiscal fourth quarter.

☆ This tech stock is an underrated 'instrumental play' that can jump nearly 20%, Wells Fargo says
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-03 | by ( Alex Harring | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Keysight Technologies is underrated and ready to grow within more technology spaces than the market has given it credit for, Wells Fargo said Thursday. Aaron Rakers initiated Keysight with an overweight rating, calling it an "instrumental play on digital transformation." Rakers said the company has the potential to increase margin by bringing up software mix. It was spun out from Agilent Technologies, which Rakers said did not invest in the company enough for it to reach its potential. To be sure, the company faces the risk of not being able to gain further market growth or increase margins.

☆ Here are Thursday's biggest analyst calls: Apple, Robinhood, Boeing, Qorvo, Tesla, Home Depot & more
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-03 | by ( Michael Bloom | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

Here are Thursday's biggest calls on Wall Street: Morgan Stanley reiterates Apple as overweight Morgan Stanley said recent disclosures indicate Apple's app store revenue may have bottomed. Morgan Stanley reiterates CVS as overweight Morgan Stanley said CVS's "strategic path & earnings targets [are] intact." Morgan Stanley reiterates Match as overweight Morgan Stanley said shares of Match are "compelling." Morgan Stanley downgrades Lincoln National to equal weight from overweight Morgan Stanley said it sees "sizable risk" in shares of the insurance company. Morgan Stanley reiterates New York Times as overweight Morgan Stanley said it sees "pricing power" and "tailwinds" ahead for The New York Times.

☆ U.S. companies are reshoring at a rapid pace. Here's how to play the trend
▼ + stars: | 2022-08-27 | by ( Carmen Reinicke | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +6 min

The reshoring trend – or companies shifting parts of their manufacturing and supply chains to different countries – has boomed over the last decade. In 2022, reshoring and foreign direct investment jobs announced coming back to the U.S. is on pace hit a record high of 348,493, according to data from the Reshoring Initiative. The trend also includes companies moving parts of their supply chains or manufacturing to different countries abroad. Investing the trend There are a few ways to play the reshoring trend as it continues to unfold. Analysts covering the space generally recommend picking up stocks in companies that stand to benefit from the trend, as opposed to companies in the reshoring process.

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