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U.S. Industrials Sector Analysis

UpdatedNov 11, 2025
DataAggregated Company Financials
Companies1038
  • 7D0.5%
  • 3M2.3%
  • 1Y8.4%
  • YTD17.5%

Over the last 7 days, the Industrials industry has remained flat, although notably Parker-Hannifin gained 12%. The past year has been better, since the industry has gained 8.4% in that time. As for the next few years, earnings are expected to grow by 15% per annum.

Sector Valuation and Performance

Has the U.S. Industrials Sector valuation changed over the past few years?

DateMarket CapRevenueEarningsPEAbsolute PEPS
Wed, 12 Nov 2025US$6.4tUS$2.7tUS$211.2b24.5x30.1x2.3x
Fri, 10 Oct 2025US$6.5tUS$2.7tUS$210.1b24.8x30.8x2.4x
Sun, 07 Sep 2025US$6.2tUS$2.7tUS$208.3b25x29.8x2.3x
Tue, 05 Aug 2025US$6.1tUS$2.7tUS$210.2b23.9x29x2.3x
Thu, 03 Jul 2025US$6.0tUS$2.7tUS$205.2b24.1x29.3x2.2x
Sat, 31 May 2025US$5.8tUS$2.7tUS$206.2b22.4x27.9x2.1x
Mon, 28 Apr 2025US$5.2tUS$2.7tUS$204.6b20.7x25.6x1.9x
Wed, 26 Mar 2025US$5.5tUS$2.7tUS$203.2b21.4x26.9x2x
Fri, 21 Feb 2025US$5.8tUS$2.7tUS$209.4b23.1x27.5x2.1x
Sun, 19 Jan 2025US$5.8tUS$2.7tUS$196.4b24.6x29.5x2.1x
Tue, 17 Dec 2024US$5.8tUS$2.7tUS$198.3b24.1x29.2x2.1x
Thu, 14 Nov 2024US$6.0tUS$2.7tUS$194.7b25x30.8x2.2x
Sat, 12 Oct 2024US$5.7tUS$2.7tUS$180.3b23.9x31.5x2.1x
Mon, 09 Sep 2024US$5.2tUS$2.7tUS$179.8b21.1x28.9x1.9x
Wed, 07 Aug 2024US$5.0tUS$2.7tUS$179.8b21.1x28x1.9x
Fri, 05 Jul 2024US$5.1tUS$2.7tUS$170.3b21.5x30.1x1.9x
Sun, 02 Jun 2024US$5.2tUS$2.7tUS$169.9b22.7x30.8x1.9x
Tue, 30 Apr 2024US$5.2tUS$2.7tUS$169.3b22.7x30.7x1.9x
Thu, 28 Mar 2024US$5.3tUS$2.7tUS$172.6b23.6x30.9x2x
Sat, 24 Feb 2024US$5.1tUS$2.7tUS$174.3b23.2x29.2x1.9x
Mon, 22 Jan 2024US$4.9tUS$2.7tUS$184.2b20.7x26.4x1.8x
Wed, 20 Dec 2023US$4.9tUS$2.7tUS$182.7b21.5x26.8x1.8x
Fri, 17 Nov 2023US$4.5tUS$2.7tUS$181.9b19.3x24.8x1.7x
Sun, 15 Oct 2023US$4.4tUS$2.7tUS$192.6b17.8x22.8x1.6x
Tue, 12 Sep 2023US$4.5tUS$2.7tUS$189.3b18.4x24x1.7x
Thu, 10 Aug 2023US$4.7tUS$2.7tUS$189.4b19x24.7x1.7x
Sat, 08 Jul 2023US$4.5tUS$2.7tUS$185.6b17.9x24.4x1.7x
Mon, 05 Jun 2023US$4.3tUS$2.7tUS$182.9b17.5x23.5x1.6x
Wed, 03 May 2023US$4.3tUS$2.7tUS$187.9b17.6x22.8x1.6x
Fri, 31 Mar 2023US$4.2tUS$2.6tUS$166.2b18.4x25.5x1.6x
Sun, 26 Feb 2023US$4.1tUS$2.6tUS$161.4b18.8x25.3x1.6x
Tue, 24 Jan 2023US$4.1tUS$2.5tUS$156.3b18.4x26.1x1.6x
Thu, 22 Dec 2022US$4.0tUS$2.5tUS$153.6b17.5x26x1.6x
Sat, 19 Nov 2022US$4.0tUS$2.5tUS$152.3b17.8x26.5x1.6x
Price to Earnings Ratio

26.5x


Total Market Cap: US$4.0tTotal Earnings: US$152.3bTotal Revenue: US$2.5tTotal Market Cap vs Earnings and Revenue0%0%0%
U.S. Industrials Sector Price to Earnings3Y Average 27.5x202320242025
Current Industry PE
  • Investors are relatively neutral on the American Industrials industry at the moment, indicating that they anticipate long term growth rates to remain steady.
  • The industry is trading close to its 3-year average PE ratio of 27.5x.
  • The 3-year average PS ratio of 1.9x is lower than the industry's current PS ratio of 2.3x.
Past Earnings Growth
  • The earnings for companies in the Industrials industry have grown 12% per year over the last three years.
  • Revenues for these companies have grown 3.0% per year.
  • This means that more sales are being generated by these companies overall, and subsequently their profits are increasing too.

Industry Trends

Which industries have driven the changes within the U.S. Industrials sector?

US Market0.93%
Industrials0.50%
Marine and Shipping6.56%
Airlines5.41%
Infrastructure4.16%
Industrials2.91%
Logistics2.69%
Machinery2.24%
Trade Distributors1.02%
Construction0.65%
Building0.099%
Commercial Services-0.20%
Transportation-0.25%
Professional Services-0.26%
Aerospace & Defense-0.71%
Electrical-0.90%
Industry PE
  • Investors are most optimistic about the Electrical industry which is trading above its 3-year average PE ratio of 57.4x.
    • Analysts are expecting annual earnings growth of 23.6%, which is higher than its past year's earnings growth of 13.1% per year.
  • Investors are most pessimistic about the Marine and Shipping industry, which is trading below its 3-year average of 15.4x.
Forecasted Growth
  • Analysts are most optimistic on the Infrastructure industry, expecting annual earnings growth of 42% over the next 5 years.
  • This is better than its past earnings decline of 58% per year.
  • In contrast, the Marine and Shipping industry is expected to see its earnings decline by 2.0% per year over the next few years.

Top Stock Gainers and Losers

Which companies have driven the market over the last 7 days?

CompanyLast Price7D1YValuation
PH Parker-HannifinUS$857.9311.6%
+US$10.9b		22.7%PE29.7x
CAT CaterpillarUS$567.933.7%
+US$9.5b		44.5%PE28.7x
GEV GE VernovaUS$576.085.1%
+US$7.6b		78.0%PE91.7x
JCI Johnson Controls InternationalUS$121.949.8%
+US$7.1b		43.2%PE46.4x
GE General ElectricUS$310.722.1%
+US$6.9b		70.1%PE40.7x

Latest News

UBER
US$93.60
Uber Technologies
7D
-1.1%
1Y
31.1%
PH
US$857.93
Parker-Hannifin
7D
11.6%
1Y
22.7%
CMI
US$476.01
Cummins
7D
11.0%
1Y
34.1%

CMI: Rising Engine Demand and Sector Risks Will Shape Outlook Ahead

The analyst price target for Cummins has increased from approximately $445 to $469. Analysts cite improved revenue growth prospects, rising profit margins, and expanding market opportunities, particularly in large engine demand driven by artificial intelligence.
AXON
US$572.18
Axon Enterprise
7D
-19.0%
1Y
-3.9%
JCI
US$121.94
Johnson Controls International
7D
9.8%
1Y
43.2%
KTOS
US$76.59
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions
7D
-15.1%
1Y
181.0%

KTOS: New Long-Term Defense Contracts Will Drive Sustained Upside Momentum

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EMR
US$129.53
Emerson Electric
7D
-6.0%
1Y
0.9%

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Nov 08
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MMM
US$168.67
3M
7D
5.0%
1Y
29.4%
CAT
US$567.93
Caterpillar
7D
3.7%
1Y
44.5%
LMT
US$457.07
Lockheed Martin
7D
-5.8%
1Y
-19.2%

LMT: Future Results Will Reflect Order Momentum Amid Ongoing Execution Risks

Lockheed Martin's analyst price target has risen from $516.56 to $526.88. This change reflects analysts' optimism following robust order activity, an improved revenue growth outlook, and ongoing monitoring of operational performance.
VRT
US$179.05
Vertiv Holdings Co
7D
-6.1%
1Y
43.8%

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Analysts have raised their price target for Vertiv Holdings Co. from $173.11 to $192.66. They cite improved revenue growth expectations and slight adjustments to profit margins and discount rates as key factors in their updated outlook.
GE
US$310.72
General Electric
7D
2.1%
1Y
70.1%

GE: Aerospace Engine Demand Will Drive Strong Upside as Production Expands

General Electric’s analyst price target has increased from $327.29 to $343.57, as analysts cite improved commercial engine prospects and a more favorable outlook. This supports a higher valuation.
ETN
US$367.91
Eaton
7D
-2.6%
1Y
-0.3%
RTX
US$179.22
RTX
7D
2.1%
1Y
45.3%

RTX: Missile Demand And Renewed Investment List Inclusion Will Drive Near-Term Performance

Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for RTX from $175.33 to $192.06, citing continued inclusion on top investment lists and optimism about the company's updated outlook. Analyst Commentary Recent changes in investment list inclusions have prompted renewed focus on RTX's market position and future prospects.
TT
US$421.64
Trane Technologies
7D
-3.3%
1Y
1.6%

TT: Share Repurchases And Margin Strength Will Support Long-Term Performance

Analysts have increased their price target for Trane Technologies from $463.08 to $477.69. This reflects expectations of stronger profit margins and sustained company performance.
GEV
US$576.08
GE Vernova
7D
5.1%
1Y
78.0%

GEV: Rising Demand For Grid And Nuclear Solutions Will Drive Expansion

Narrative Update: Analyst Price Target for GE Vernova Increases Analysts have raised their price target for GE Vernova, increasing it from $672.71 to $678.93. They cite improving revenue growth and profit margins as key drivers for the upward revision.