Applied Industrial Techs

Applied Industrial Technologies reported organic sales growth of 9.7% in the fiscal fourth quarter, driven by broad strength across end markets and a >20% jump in automation sales. EBITDA grew 16%, margin expanded to above 13%, free cash flow reached $461 million, and management raised five-year targets to $7 billion in sales and a 14% EBITDA margin. For fiscal 2027 the company guided more conservatively to 4–6.5% sales growth, citing tougher comps, higher LIFO expense and increased working capital needs that could pressure margins and cash flow. » More on finance.yahoo.com

Applied Industrial Technologies delivered 10% organic sales growth in Q4, led by Engineered Solutions (+13%) and a 20% rise in automation demand; Service Center sales rose 8%. Integration of Hydrodyne drove double-digit sales gains and expanded EBITDA margins, while technology verticals now exceed 15% of Engineered Solutions. Management set higher five-year targets of $7 billion in sales and a 14% EBITDA margin, expects a strong first half of fiscal 2027 but a more cautious second half, and plans to prioritize M&A with about $2 billion in balance sheet capacity. Company flagged LIFO expense, rising interest costs after a swap expiry, and geopolitical risks as key near-term headwinds. » More on finance.yahoo.com

Applied Industrial Technologies will present results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026 on August 13, 2026. Eight analysts see on average EPS of $2.92 (prior year $2.80) and revenue of about $1.29 billion (up 5.54% vs. $1.22 billion). For the completed fiscal year analysts expect on average $10.71 per share and revenue of $4.91 billion versus $4.56 billion in the prior year. » More on finanzen.net

Applied Industrial Technologies is expected to publish quarterly results on August 13, 2026. Analysts forecast an average EPS of $2.92 and revenue of about $1.29 billion, which would represent revenue growth of roughly 5.5% year-over-year for the quarter. For the past fiscal year, analysts project an average EPS of $10.71 and revenue of $4.91 billion. » More on finanzen.net

The stock of Applied Industrial Technologies rose to an all-time high of 345.56 USD and is just 1% below its 52-week high, with a year-to-date return of 33%. In Q3 2026 the company reported EPS of 2.65 USD and revenue of 1.3 billion USD, beating consensus expectations by 5.69%. The board announced a quarterly cash dividend of 0.51 USD per share; payment date is August 31, 2026. DA Davidson rates the stock a buy with a price target of 380 USD, while InvestingPro considers the stock overvalued relative to its estimated fair value. » More on de.investing.com