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Mar 28

Fortive Q1 2025 Earnings Report

Fortive reported mixed results with resilient segment growth offset by macro-driven softness in Precision Technologies.

Key Takeaways

Fortive posted $1.47B in revenue and $0.85 in adjusted EPS, with strong performance in Intelligent Operating Solutions and Advanced Healthcare Solutions, while Precision Technologies faced investment delays.

Net income was $172M, while adjusted EPS reached $0.85.

Revenue declined 3% YoY to $1.47B, driven by softness in Precision Technologies.

Adjusted operating margin expanded to 25.3%, led by Intelligent Operating Solutions.

Free cash flow exceeded expectations with strong execution and cash generation.

Total Revenue
$1.47B
Previous year: $1.52B
-3.3%
EPS
$0.85
Previous year: $0.83
+2.4%
Core Revenue Growth
-0.02%
Adj. Operating Margin
0.25%
GAAP Operating Margin
0.16%
Gross Profit
$881M
Previous year: $904M
-2.6%
Cash and Equivalents
$892M
Previous year: $705M
+26.6%
Free Cash Flow
$242M
Previous year: $230M
+5.0%
Total Assets
$17.1B
Previous year: $17.5B
-2.2%

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Forward Guidance

Fortive maintained adjusted EPS guidance for Q2 2025 and updated FY25 to reflect moderated demand and tariff impact.

Positive Outlook

  • Q2 2025 adjusted EPS guided between $0.85–$0.90.
  • Full-year 2025 adjusted EPS guided between $3.80–$4.00.
  • Cash flow performance remains strong and above expectations.
  • Separation of Precision Technologies expected to unlock strategic focus.
  • Solid demand in utility monitoring and defense & space verticals.

Challenges Ahead

  • GAAP EPS guidance lowered due to macro headwinds.
  • Precision Technologies facing delayed investment recovery.
  • Tariff impacts weighing on forecasted performance.
  • Uncertainty remains due to global geopolitical instability.
  • Spin-off-related restructuring adds transitional complexity.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income