DA Davidson Initiates Rockwell Automation (ROK), Notes Strong Positioning in Industrial Automation

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE:ROK) is included among Billionaire Mario Gabelli’s Top 12 Dividend Stocks.

DA Davidson Initiates Rockwell Automation (ROK), Notes Strong Positioning in Industrial Automation

On June 16, DA Davidson analyst Chris Dankert initiated coverage of Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE:ROK) with a Neutral rating. He also set a $500 price target on the stock. The analyst said the company is well-positioned to benefit from long-term industry trends and pent-up reshoring activity. Rockwell is also expected to gain from the growing adoption of autonomy and AI on the factory floor. At the same time, DA Davidson noted that the stock already reflects expectations for positive estimate revisions. The firm added that Rockwell’s valuation remains elevated compared with its historical levels and relative to peers.

On June 10, Bernstein initiated coverage of Rockwell Automation with a Market Perform rating. It set a $501 price target on the stock. While the firm said Rockwell is on track to meet its guidance, it also believes that “the market has largely priced in all the potential upside.” Bernstein added that its estimates are in line with the broader consensus.

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE:ROK) focuses on industrial automation and digital transformation. The company operates through three segments: Intelligent Devices, Software & Control, and Lifecycle Services.

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