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Fortive Corp. (FTV) is set to report Q3 earnings, with analysts expecting $0.705 EPS on $1.07B revenue, down sequentially but up YoY. The stock has a neutral rating and $62.79 avg. price target. Analysts are cautious, with some cutting targets. Investors will watch for margin expansion and guidance.

JPMorgan reduced its price target for Fortive from $64 to $56. The stock is currently trading at $56.42, with a slight decrease of 0.18% in the last 5 days. Additionally, Truist lowered its target to $63 from $68, maintaining a hold rating.

Fortive (FTV) added Susan L. Main to its board and Audit Committee. Its share price has fallen 8.5% in the last month and 10.8% in the past quarter, but it has a 1-year total shareholder return of 13.6%. Analysts suggest it may be 14.5% undervalued at a fair value of $64.36, with a P/E ratio of 27.6x. The company's recurring revenue mix is at 50%, but reliance on bolt-on deals and pressure in the Advanced Healthcare Solutions arm pose risks.

Teledyne (TDY) has outperformed Fortive (FTV) year-to-date with a 16.9% gain, though FTV led over 52 weeks with 7.3% gains. Analysts give FTV a consensus 'Hold' rating, with a mean price target of $63.87, implying 15.7% upside from current levels.

Fortive (FTV) added Susan L. Main to its board and Audit Committee. The stock is trading at $54.69, down 11.13% in 30 days but up 12.5% over 1 year. Analysts suggest it may be 15% undervalued at a fair value of $64.36, citing operational excellence and disciplined capital allocation. However, its P/E ratio of 27.4x is higher than peers, indicating potential valuation risk.

Fortive Corporation has added Susan Main to its board of directors. Main brings extensive experience in finance and operations, according to the company. This appointment is aimed at enhancing the board's expertise and governance.

Fortive Corp (FTV) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers: Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers Effective September 9, 2026, the Board of Directors of Fortive Corporation (the “Company”) increased the size of the Compan

Fortive Corp. shares rose 1.71% to $57.57 on Thursday, outperforming the S&P 500 and Dow Jones. This ended a five-day losing streak for the company. The broader market also saw gains, with the S&P 500 up 1.06% and the Dow Jones up 1.18%.

Fortive (FTV) raised its quarterly dividend by 16.7% to $0.07 per share, payable September 25, 2026. Its stock is at $59.92, with an 8.18% YTD return and 25.36% over a year. Analysts estimate fair value at $64.36, suggesting a 6.9% undervaluation. Fortive's recurring revenue mix is growing, but trade tensions and healthcare spending could impact margins. The P/E ratio is 30.1x, higher than peers and the industry.

Nordson (NDSN) reported Q2 revenue of $817.7M, up 10.3% YoY, exceeding estimates. Kennametal (KMT) saw 42.6% revenue growth, while Lincoln Electric (LECO) and Stanley Black & Decker (SWK) also reported earnings. The sector saw 2.1% revenue beat but a 2.7% average stock decline.