Rockwell Automation, IncNYSE: ROK
Industrials · Electrical Components & Equipment
$408.00
-0.22%
Vol: 503K
Research Digest
Friday, May 1, 2026
Rockwell Automation appointed AMETEK CEO David Zapico to board on April 16 and confirmed $1.38 quarterly dividend; Q2 earnings due May 6.
Rockwell Automation announced several positive developments including the appointment of David A. Zapico, Chairman and CEO of AMETEK, to its board effective April 16, 2026. The company confirmed a $1.38 quarterly dividend. The company launched Clock Tower Farms initiative at Milwaukee headquarters combining hydroponic farming with Rockwell automation technology. In partnership with Cytiva, Rockwell launched the Figurate SCADA system for biopharmaceutical manufacturing. ROK stock gained 10.04% over the past week. Upcoming Q2 2026 earnings are scheduled for May 6.
Previous Market Intelligence
13 daysApr 30Rockwell Automation declares $1.38 quarterly dividend and appoints AMETEK CEO David Zapico to board ahead of May 5 earnings.Positive▶
Rockwell Automation declared a quarterly dividend of $1.38 per share, payable June 10 to shareholders of record May 18. David A. Zapico, Chairman and CEO of AMETEK, was elected to the board of directors effective April 16. The company is scheduled to report Q2 fiscal 2026 results on May 5 before market open. Recent industry data shows manufacturers are increasingly leveraging AI, upskilling, and innovation to overcome workforce challenges. Wall Street maintains a bullish stance with 15 Buy ratings and 2 Hold ratings. Stock declined 0.59% on April 27 to $406.48 but maintains year-to-date gains of 3.16% and a 52-week high of $438.72. Analysts predict significant year-over-year increases in both EPS and revenue.
Apr 29Rockwell Automation announces generative AI collaboration with NVIDIA; appoints AMETEK CEO to boardPositive▶
Rockwell Automation announced AI-orchestrated engineering workflows at Hannover Messe and confirmed $1.38 quarterly dividend in April 2026. Added AMETEK CEO David A. Zapico to board. Company revealed breakthrough generative AI collaboration with NVIDIA leveraging Nemotron-Nano-9B-v2 model for edge-based industrial AI. Announced new Wisconsin greenfield manufacturing site as part of $2 billion investment in plants, digital infrastructure, and talent. Launched SecureOT solution suite for industrial cybersecurity. Earnings expected May 6 with 18% EPS growth forecast. Stock at $406.48 with 3.16% YTD gains.
Apr 16Rockwell Automation declares $1.38 quarterly dividend on April 16 and lifts FY2026 guidance; Jefferies downgrades from Buy to Hold with $380 target.Mixed▶
Rockwell Automation declared a $1.38 quarterly dividend on April 16, maintaining 56 consecutive years of dividend payments and 16 straight years of increases. The company lifted FY2026 guidance, projecting 4% organic growth. However, Jefferies downgraded ROK from Buy to Hold with price target cut to $380 from $490. Argus maintained a Buy rating with $465 target. Analysts rate ROK as "Buy" with 12-month target of $406.20, up 11.28%. Stock up 77.94% over the past year.
Apr 15Rockwell Automation beats earnings, raises FY2026 guidance to 4% organic growth; Jefferies downgrades to Hold citing valuation.Mixed▶
Rockwell Automation beat quarterly earnings estimates and raised FY2026 guidance to 4% organic growth, citing rising demand for AI-enabled industrial automation. Jefferies downgraded from Buy to Hold on March 31 cutting target to $380 from $490. Argus maintained Buy with $465 target. Stock is up 10% over the past week.
Apr 14Rockwell Automation downgraded to Hold by Jefferies on March 31 amid concerns over 2.8% organic revenue decline.Negative▶
Rockwell Automation faced headwinds from a 2.8% organic revenue decline, leading Jefferies to downgrade the stock from Buy to Hold on March 31, 2026. The company is dealing with valuation concerns and growth challenges. Q1 2026 earnings are scheduled for May 5, 2026.
Apr 13Rockwell Automation reported Q1 FY2026 EPS of $2.75 (+11.79% beat) with 12% revenue growth and raised full-year guidance.Positive▶
Rockwell reported Q1 FY2026 EPS of $2.75, beating forecast by 11.79%, with revenue of $2.11B (+12% YoY). Company raised full-year adjusted EPS guidance to $11.80. FY2026 guidance of 11.40-12.20 EPS with 4% organic growth. Released ROKStudios video series spotlighting manufacturing leaders on cyber resilience and autonomous operations. Argus maintains Buy with $465 target.
Apr 10Rockwell Automation stock surges 5.58% on April 9 driven by AI demand and earnings beat; Q4 EPS $2.75 vs. consensus $2.46.Positive▶
Rockwell Automation stock jumped 5.58% on April 9 to $389.97 benefiting from renewed appetite for automation names tied to AI. The company reported Q4 EPS of $2.75 versus consensus of $2.46 (11.8% beat). FY2026 guidance of $11.40-$12.20 EPS significantly exceeds sell-side consensus of $9.35. Rockwell filed for zoning permits for a $211-246M manufacturing facility.
Apr 9Rockwell Automation announces $2 billion "factory of the future" in New Berlin; stock surges 5.04% on lifted FY guidancePositive▶
Rockwell Automation stock surged 5.04% to $387.98 on April 8 after company lifted full-year guidance on strong fiscal Q1 results. Company announced $2 billion investment in 1 million square foot "factory of the future" in New Berlin, Wisconsin, with construction beginning early-to-mid 2027 and completion late 2028. Project represents flagship showcase of advanced manufacturing, robotics, and AI capabilities. Company announced extended collaboration with Avvale and ESGeo on industrial sustainability reporting solutions. Blake Moret continues as Chairman and CEO. 25 analysts average price target of $412.63, implying 6.35% upside. Next earnings release May 5, 2026. 30 firms average recommendation of "Outperform" status indicating strong institutional support.
Apr 8Rockwell Automation faces analyst headwinds despite AI software growth narrativeMixed▶
Rockwell Automation is navigating mixed analyst sentiment with recent downgrades from Jefferies (Hold from Buy on March 31), Wells Fargo (PT lowered to $360 from $410), and others citing AI disruption risks. The stock closed at $367.18 on April 6, 2026, with Wall Street consensus at $406.67, implying 10.78% upside. The company reported Q4 EPS of $2.75 beating estimates with FY2026 guidance of $11.40-$12.20 per share. Analysts debate whether the company's strong software position is already reflected in the 42x P/E multiple. ROKStudios' autonomy initiative aims to reframe the disruption narrative toward autonomous manufacturing solutions.
Apr 7Rockwell Q1 2026 sales +12% to $2.105B; FY2026 EPS guide $10.75-11.55; Jefferies downgrade.Positive▶
Rockwell Q1 2026 sales +12% to $2.105B. CEO Moret cited healthy demand. Dissolved Sensia JV. FY2026 EPS $10.75-11.55, adjusted $11.40-12.20. Jefferies downgraded to Hold $380 PT April 6. Average target $422.03.
Apr 6Rockwell Automation Reports Strong Q1 2026; AI Demand Drives OutlookPositive▶
Rockwell Automation reported fiscal Q1 2026 sales of $2,105 million, up 12%, with organic sales up 10%. Diluted EPS was $2.69, up 67%, and Adjusted EPS was $2.75, up 49%. The company raised fiscal 2026 guidance with diluted EPS of $10.75-$11.55 and Adjusted EPS of $11.40-$12.20. ROK closed at $354.82 on March 26, 2026. The stock has a stretched valuation with trailing PE near 40.48. AI and software growth narratives show potential for industrial AI adoption and digital twin software. Among 25 analysts, consensus rating is 'Moderate Buy' with mean price target of $434.59, implying 16.4% upswing potential.
Apr 3SLB and Rockwell complete Sensia joint venture dissolution; Rockwell retains Process Automation business.Neutral▶
On April 1, 2026, Rockwell Automation and SLB completed the dissolution of their Sensia joint venture. Rockwell retained full ownership of Process Automation & vMonitor products. Baird lowered target to $410 (from $435 on March 23), and Jefferies downgraded from Buy to Hold on March 31. Stock trades at $365.02.
Apr 2Rockwell Automation completed Sensia JV dissolution with SLB on April 1; focuses on autonomous manufacturing at Hannover Messe 2026.Positive▶
Rockwell Automation and SLB completed the dissolution of their Sensia joint venture on April 1, 2026. SLB assumed Lift Control, Measurement, Digital Solutions and Edge Application businesses, while Rockwell took full ownership of Process Automation & vMonitor products. The company announced ROKStudios video series exploring automation-to-autonomy transition and showcased AI-driven autonomous manufacturing at Hannover Messe 2026. Recent performance shows +2.80% overnight gain to $365.02 with Q1 2026 sales up 12%.
Sector Peers
| Company | Price | Day | 1M | Fwd P/E | Beta | Mkt Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ETNEATON | $425.67 | -1.70% | +19.0% | 28.0x | 1.16 | $168.0B |
| EMREMERSON | $137.47 | -2.11% | +5.9% | 19.6x | 1.28 | $78.9B |
| AMEAMETEK | $230.11 | -2.29% | +7.8% | 27.0x | 1.04 | $53.9B |
| ROKROCKWELL | $408.00 | -0.22% | +11.4% | 29.8x | 1.54 | $46.0B |
| GNRCGENERAC | $259.27 | +0.02% | +32.6% | 24.8x | 1.79 | $15.2B |
| CATCATERPILLAR | $890.93 | +0.09% | +23.4% | 31.8x | 1.52 | $414.2B |
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