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Eaton (ETN)
NYSE:ETN
Earnings Data
Report Date
May 06, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
2.7Last Year’s EPS
2.4Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 15 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Jan 31, 2025
|% Change Since: -5.59%
|Next Earnings Date:May 06, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call highlighted Eaton's strong financial performance with record-breaking results in several key metrics, driven by robust demand in the Electrical and Data Center segments. However, challenges such as disruptions in Aerospace and Electrical Americas, along with declines in Vehicle and eMobility, tempered the overall positive sentiment.Company Guidance
During Eaton's fourth-quarter 2024 earnings call, the company provided guidance for the first quarter and full year 2025. Eaton anticipates a 6-8% growth in its end markets, with notable strength in data centers, commercial aerospace, and electrical vehicles. The company projects organic growth of 7-9% for 2025, particularly driven by a robust 11.5% midpoint growth in Electrical Americas. Segment margins are expected to improve by 60 basis points, reaching between 24.4% and 24.8%. Eaton's guidance also includes an EPS range of $11.80 to $12.20, marking an 11% increase from 2024, and free cash flow of $3.7 billion to $4.1 billion. The company plans to repurchase $2 billion to $2.4 billion of shares, leveraging its strong cash position to support potential strategic M&A.Record-Breaking Financial Performance
Q4 adjusted EPS reached a record $2.83, up 11% year-over-year, with record segment margins of 24.7%, an increase of 190 basis points.
Strong Order Growth and Backlog
Electrical orders were up 12% on a rolling 12-month basis, with Electrical Americas orders up 16%, contributing to a 29% increase in backlog.
Data Center Segment Expansion
Data center business experienced rapid growth, with backlog up 50% over the previous year and negotiations and orders accelerating.
Impressive Cash Flow Generation
Q4 saw record operating cash flow of $1.6 billion, up 23% year-over-year, and free cash flow of $1.3 billion, a 27% increase.
Mega Projects Momentum
Q4 saw 65 mega projects announced, valued at over $150 billion, contributing to a backlog worth $1.9 trillion, up 33% year-over-year.
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ETN Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
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ETN Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 31, 2025 | $327.10 | $326.44 | -0.20% |
| Oct 31, 2024 | $341.85 | $330.65 | -3.28% |
| Aug 01, 2024 | $302.92 | $296.05 | -2.27% |
| Apr 30, 2024 | $323.53 | $315.36 | -2.53% |
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.
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FAQ
When does Eaton (ETN) report earnings?
Eaton (ETN) is schdueled to report earning on May 06, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Eaton (ETN) earnings time?
Eaton (ETN) earnings time is at May 06, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is ETN EPS forecast?
ETN EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q1) is 2.7.
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