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Rockwell Automation Inc. (ROK) Stock

Rockwell Automation Inc. Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Rockwell Automation Inc. (ROK), a prominent company in the life sciences sector within the measuring & controlling devices, nec industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $358.64. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $214.09 and $360.92. This places the current price at 99.4% of its 52-week high and 67.5% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 642,538. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US7739031091.

Market Cap

$37.19B

52-Week High

$360.92

-0.63% from high

52-Week Low

$214.09

+67.52% from low

Avg Daily Volume

642,538

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

41.50

Above market average

Forward P/E

29.76

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

3.48

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

10.81

EV/EBITDA

26.88

EPS (TTM)

$7.95

Price to Sales

4.67

Beta

1.37

Similar volatility to market

How is ROK valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Rockwell Automation Inc. trades at a P/E ratio of 41.50, which is above the market average of approximately 20. This premium valuation suggests investors expect above-average growth or the company has competitive advantages justifying the higher multiple. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 29.76 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 3.48 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is ROK's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 1.37, Rockwell Automation Inc. is roughly as volatile as the market, moving in line with broad market trends. This moderate beta suggests the stock offers market-level returns without excessive volatility. The price-to-book ratio of 10.81 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

11.40%

Operating Margin

17.00%

Return on Equity

24.40%

Return on Assets

7.11%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

-5.90%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

-3.90%

How profitable and efficient is ROK's business model?
Rockwell Automation Inc. achieves a profit margin of 11.40%, meaning it retains $11.40 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This represents a solid margin typical of well-run businesses, showing the company can effectively balance revenue generation with cost control. The operating margin of 17.00% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 24.40% and ROA at 7.11%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are ROK's recent growth trends?
Rockwell Automation Inc.'s revenue declined by 5.90% year-over-year, indicating challenges in maintaining sales momentum. This contraction may reflect market headwinds, competitive pressures, or strategic transitions. Earnings decreased by 3.90% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against MEASURING & CONTROLLING DEVICES, NEC industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$5.12

Dividend Yield

1.59%

Ex-Dividend Date

8/18/2025

Dividend Date

9/10/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from ROK?
Rockwell Automation Inc. offers a dividend yield of 1.59%, paying $5.12 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 8/18/2025.
How reliable is ROK's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Rockwell Automation Inc. pays $5.12 per share in dividends against earnings of $7.95 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 64.40%. This high payout ratio of 60-90% leaves limited earnings for reinvestment. While currently sustainable, there's less buffer for dividend growth or protection during earnings downturns. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 9/10/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

112.72M

Book Value/Share

$30.51

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is ROK's market capitalization and position?
Rockwell Automation Inc. has a market capitalization of $37.19B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 112.72M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the MEASURING & CONTROLLING DEVICES, NEC industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does ROK's price compare to its book value?
Rockwell Automation Inc.'s book value per share is $30.51, while the current stock price is $358.64, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 11.75. This high P/B ratio indicates significant intangible assets, strong brand value, or high growth expectations. Technology and consumer brand companies often trade at elevated P/B ratios due to intellectual property and competitive advantages not reflected on the balance sheet. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$317.13

11.57% downside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

4

Buy

10

Hold

13

Sell

0

Strong Sell

2

How reliable are analyst predictions for ROK?
29 analysts cover ROK with 48% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $317.13 implies -11.6% downside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on ROK?
Current analyst recommendations:4 Strong Buy, 10 Buy, 13 Hold, 02 Strong Sell. The neutral stance suggests uncertainty or fair valuation at current levels.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Jul 1, 2025, 03:50 AM

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