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On Wednesday, UBS reaffirmed its confidence in Honeywell International (NASDAQ:HON), currently trading at $209.59 with a market capitalization of $134.7 billion, as the firm maintained a Buy rating and a price target of $268.00. UBS analysts highlighted Honeywell’s promising trajectory among diversified industrial companies, now placing it alongside 3M Company (NYSE:MMM) and Johnson Controls International Plc (NYSE:JCI) as a top pick.
The endorsement comes as Honeywell demonstrates effective management of expectations, shows underlying growth of 6.3% in revenue over the last twelve months, and offers a valuation with significant potential for improvement. UBS expressed strong belief in Honeywell’s ability to meet its recently updated earnings per share (EPS) guidance of $10.36 for fiscal year 2025, which includes a contingency for potential demand fluctuations.
Honeywell’s Aerospace and Building Automation segments are experiencing robust demand, with high single-digit growth. Moreover, UBS anticipates that the margin decline seen in the Industrial Automation sector will substantially recover starting in the second quarter of 2025.
The firm also noted that Honeywell stands out among large-cap diversified industrials for being underappreciated in terms of stock ratings distribution and offers one of the most attractive valuations based on forward EPS projections. UBS’s analysis suggests that Honeywell’s stock is well-positioned for upward movement as the company continues to navigate the industrial sector with adept strategy and strong leadership.
In other recent news, Honeywell International Inc. reported its first-quarter 2025 earnings, revealing an adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $2.51, which surpassed the forecasted $2.21. The company’s revenue reached $9.82 billion, slightly below the forecast of $9.6 billion, with organic sales growing by 4%. Honeywell has also announced plans for a strategic separation into three public entities, aiming to unlock significant value for stakeholders. Additionally, the company has repurchased nearly $3 billion in shares year-to-date.
JPMorgan has increased its price target for Honeywell shares from $178.00 to $182.00 while maintaining a Neutral rating. The firm’s analysts noted Honeywell’s recent financial performance slightly exceeded expectations, primarily due to favorable timing in below-the-line items. They also highlighted that Aerospace Aftermarket demand is holding up better than anticipated, with orders showing a solid increase of 3%. However, they remain cautious about the stock’s valuation, citing concerns about Honeywell’s free cash flow yield and sum-of-the-parts valuation compared to other companies.
For the full year, Honeywell anticipates organic sales growth between 2% and 5%, with adjusted EPS expected to range from $10.2 to $10.5. The company projects free cash flow of $5.4 billion to $5.8 billion. Honeywell’s CEO, Vimal Kapoor, emphasized the company’s commitment to growing earnings and investing for the future despite market uncertainties.
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