DA Davidson Says Emerson Electric (EMR) Benefits from Long-Term Growth Trends, Starts at Neutral

Emerson Electric Co. (NYSE:EMR) is included among the Top 10 Blue Chip Stocks with Growing Dividends.

DA Davidson Says Emerson Electric (EMR) Benefits from Long-Term Growth Trends, Starts at Neutral

On June 16, DA Davidson analyst Chris Dankert initiated coverage of Emerson Electric Co. (NYSE:EMR) with a Neutral rating and a $145 price target. In a research note, the analyst said the company has “significant exposure to secular tailwinds,” including growing power generation demand and investment in liquefied natural gas. At the same time, DA Davidson noted that the stock has struggled to move beyond its current valuation range. The firm added that delays in large projects and ongoing trade conflicts “present some offsets.”

On June 10, Bernstein initiated coverage of EMR with an Outperform rating. It also set a $175 price target. The firm said it believes Emerson is well-positioned to execute on its strategic framework. In a research note, the analyst stated that the company faces limited software-related risk from AI, as most of its portfolio “does not fit the profile of what can be disrupted.”

Emerson Electric Co. (NYSE:EMR) is a global technology and software company that provides solutions to customers across a broad range of end markets worldwide. The company operates through seven segments organized under two business groups: Intelligent Devices and Software and Control.

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