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Friday - Needham analysts have increased the price target for Faro Technologies (NASDAQ:FARO) to $38.00, up from the previous target of $37.00, while maintaining a "Buy" rating on the stock. The adjustment follows Faro’s reported first-quarter revenues of $341.05 million that exceeded the midpoint of their projected range, bolstered by robust earnings due to improved gross margins of 56.03% and operational expenditure control.
The company’s management expressed a cautious optimism for the second quarter, citing a growing backlog at the end of March, which was partly attributed to the strength of new products and the establishment of new global partnerships. Faro’s guidance for second-quarter revenue aligns with the consensus at the midpoint, but the projected earnings per share (EPS) are notably higher than anticipated. According to InvestingPro data, analysts expect the company to achieve an EPS of $1.18 for fiscal year 2025, with 10+ additional exclusive insights available to subscribers.
Faro’s revenue guidance for the second quarter indicates a range between a 4% decline and a 6% increase year-over-year, compared with the consensus estimate of a 1% rise. This projection seems to account for the current challenging macroeconomic environment, with a particular conservative approach taken towards hardware sales in the upcoming quarter.
In light of these developments, Needham has revised upward its EPS estimates for both the second quarter and the full year. The firm notes that with each passing quarter, Faro’s management appears to be gaining more credibility with investors, as reflected in the stock’s significant price movement following the earnings announcement yesterday.
Reiterating their "Buy" rating, Needham highlighted Faro’s strong start to 2025 and the company’s ability to navigate economic challenges while still delivering growth and profitability. Faro Technologies’ stock performance has been remarkable, with a 29% surge over the past week and a 69.27% gain over the last year. Currently trading near its 52-week high of $33.13, InvestingPro analysis suggests the stock remains slightly undervalued, with a strong liquidity position reflected in its current ratio of 2.31. For detailed valuation metrics and comprehensive analysis, investors can access the full Pro Research Report, available exclusively to InvestingPro subscribers.
In other recent news, FARO Technologies reported its Q1 2025 earnings, surpassing analyst expectations with an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.33, compared to the forecast of $0.0922. The company’s revenue reached $82.9 million, slightly exceeding the expected $80.75 million. Despite a 2% year-over-year revenue decline, FARO improved its non-GAAP gross margin to 57.7% from 51.8% in the previous year. The company launched seven major products in the past six months, which have contributed to its market position. FARO Technologies is projecting revenue between $79 million and $87 million for Q2 2025, with a non-GAAP EPS guidance range of $0.20 to $0.40. The company is also preparing strategies to mitigate potential impacts from tariff changes. Analysts from firms such as Needham and Craig Hallum have shown interest in the company’s performance and future outlook. FARO’s management remains cautiously optimistic despite challenges in the hardware market and potential tariff impacts.
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