Analyst Michael Feniger from Bank of America Securities reiterated a Sell rating on Terex (TEX – Research Report) and decreased the price target to $46.00 from $48.00.
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Michael Feniger has given his Sell rating due to a combination of factors, primarily related to Terex’s financial performance and outlook. The company ended 2024 on a softer note, with significant declines in margins for its legacy units, such as Aerials and Materials Processing (MP), compared to the previous year. Despite a strong performance from its newly acquired Environmental Solutions Group (ESG) unit, the overall financial results were slightly below expectations, with free cash flow missing targets and 2025 earnings guidance falling short of consensus estimates.
Additionally, specific challenges in Terex’s Aerials and MP divisions contributed to the cautious outlook. The Aerials segment experienced a substantial year-over-year drop in EBITDA due to production cuts and an unfavorable product mix, while the MP segment faced a decline in sales and EBITDA amid a weak European market and inventory adjustments. Although there are some positive signs, such as strong bookings and commitments in the Aerials segment, and potential recovery in the US market for MP, risks remain, particularly concerning construction spending and tariff uncertainties. Feniger’s assessment reflects these uncertainties, resulting in a preference for rental operators over suppliers like Terex.
According to TipRanks, Feniger is a 5-star analyst with an average return of 12.4% and a 67.37% success rate. Feniger covers the Industrials sector, focusing on stocks such as Caterpillar, Aecom Technology, and CNH Industrial.