What Insights Can Be Gained From Emerson Electric's First Quarter 2026 Earnings Announcement

Emerson Electric Co. Prepares for Q1 2026 Earnings Release

Headquartered in Saint Louis, Missouri, Emerson Electric Co. (EMR) specializes in industrial automation technologies. With a market capitalization of $80.9 billion, the company is set to reveal its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2026 in the near future.

Analysts are forecasting that Emerson will post earnings of $1.41 per share for the upcoming quarter, representing a 2.2% increase compared to the $1.38 per share reported in the same period last year. Notably, Emerson has consistently matched or surpassed Wall Street’s earnings expectations for the past four quarters, with its most recent quarterly earnings of $1.62 per share aligning with consensus projections.

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Looking at the full fiscal year ending September 2026, projections suggest Emerson will earn $6.44 per share, a 7.3% improvement over the $6 per share estimated for fiscal 2025. For fiscal 2027, earnings per share are anticipated to climb further by 8.4% to reach $6.98.

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Over the past year, Emerson’s stock price has advanced by 19.6%, outperforming the S&P 500 Index’s 17.5% gain during the same period. However, this growth trails the 21.7% increase posted by the State Street Industrial Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLI).

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On January 5, EMR shares rose 5.2% after UBS Group AG (UBS) upgraded its rating from “Neutral” to “Buy” and raised its price target to $168. UBS analysts anticipate that Emerson’s earnings growth will accelerate following a recent slowdown and see a strong potential for the company to achieve double-digit annual profit growth beyond 2026, reinforcing their positive long-term outlook.

Overall, Wall Street maintains a moderately positive stance on Emerson’s stock, assigning it a "Moderate Buy" consensus. Out of 25 analysts, 16 recommend a "Strong Buy," one suggests a "Moderate Buy," seven rate it as "Hold," and one advises a "Moderate Sell." The average price target stands at $153.92, implying a possible 7% upside from current levels.