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Roper Technologies is a diversified technology company that operates three segments: application software, network software, and technology enabled products. Roper acquires asset light, cash generative businesses and deploys excess cash to acquire further portfolio companies. The firm operates a highly decentralized model with portfolio company management holding autonomy and accountability for key operational decisions, and a small, centralized team overseeing capital deployment and providing executive coaching and reviewing strategic goals.

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Barclays analyst Julian Mitchell maintains Roper Techs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROP#NASDAQ">ROP</a>) with a Underweight and lowers the price target from $569 to $562.

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Barclays Maintains Underweight on Roper Techs, Lowers Price Target to $562

Roper Techs's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROP#NYSE">ROP</a>) short percent of float has fallen 14.15% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 976 thousand shares sold short, which is 0.91% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.76 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Roper Techs Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735672520_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Roper Techs has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Roper Techs's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Roper Techs's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.12%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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Peering Into Roper Techs's Recent Short Interest

5 analysts have shared their evaluations of Roper Techs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROP#NASDAQ">ROP</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Roper Techs, presenting an average target of $623.4, a high estimate of $666.00, and a low estimate of $565.00. A decline of 0.26% from the prior average price target is evident in the current average. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733425277_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
The perception of Roper Techs by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Julian Mitchell</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$569.00</td>
<td>$625.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Deane Dray</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$666.00</td>
<td>$675.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Terry Tillman</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$665.00</td>
<td>$660.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Vruwink</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$652.00</td>
<td>$635.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brett Linzey</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$565.00</td>
<td>$530.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Roper Techs. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Roper Techs compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Roper Techs's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Roper Techs's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ROP/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Roper Techs analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Roper Techs Better</h2>
Roper Technologies is a diversified technology company that operates three segments: application software, network software, and technology enabled products. Roper acquires asset light, cash generative businesses and deploys excess cash to acquire further portfolio companies. The firm operates a highly decentralized model with portfolio company management holding autonomy and accountability for key operational decisions, and a small, centralized team overseeing capital deployment and providing executive coaching and reviewing strategic goals.
<h3>Roper Techs: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Roper Techs's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 12.87%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 20.85%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Roper Techs's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of 2.01%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Roper Techs's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 1.2%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Roper Techs's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.45, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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The Analyst Verdict: Roper Techs In The Eyes Of 5 Experts

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Roper Technologies shares are trading lower after Barclays downgraded the stock from Overweight to Underweight and cut its price target from $625 to $569.

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Morgan Stanley analyst Joseph Moore downgraded the rating for Applied Materials, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMAT#NASDAQ">AMAT</a>) from Equal-Weight to Underweight and lowered the price target from $179 to $164. Applied Materials shares closed at $181.16 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KR/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Barclays analyst Julian Mitchell downgraded Roper Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROP#NASDAQ">ROP</a>) from Overweight to Underweight and lowered the price target from $625 to $569. Roper Technologies shares closed at $575.95 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PNW/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>DA Davidson analyst Peter Heckmann downgraded the rating for Toast, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TOST#NYSE">TOST</a>) from Buy to Neutral and lowered the price target from $44 to $38. Toast shares closed at $38.14 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KR/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Wolfe Research analyst Bill Carcache downgraded Ally Financial Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALLY#NYSE">ALLY</a>) from Outperform to Peer Perform. Ally Financial shares closed at $38.84 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KR/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>JP Morgan analyst Matthew Boss downgraded the rating for American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AEO#NYSE">AEO</a>) from Overweight to Neutral and cut the price target from $27 to $23. American Eagle shares closed at $20.54 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MSFT/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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Barclays analyst Julian Mitchell downgrades Roper Techs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROP#NASDAQ">ROP</a>) from Overweight to Underweight and lowers the price target from $625 to $569.

Barclays Downgrades Roper Techs to Underweight, Lowers Price Target to $569

Roper Techs's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROP#NYSE">ROP</a>) short percent of float has risen 10.62% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.33 million shares sold short, which is 1.25% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.91 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Roper Techs Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731509118_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Roper Techs has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Roper Techs's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Roper Techs's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.41%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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How Is The Market Feeling About Roper Techs?

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Fossil Fuel/ Energy Independence: Trump's plans for energy independence would reverse many of the Biden administration's policies in order to reinvigorate the fossil fuel industry. He aims to expand the construction of pipelines, grids, ports and refineries and emphasizes utilizing domestic oil, gas and coal resources. Dray pointed to Flowserve Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLS#NYSE">FLS</a>) and Emerson Electric Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EMR#NYSE">EMR</a>) as potential beneficiaries of Trump's energy policies. 
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Rollback of IRA/ Reduced Clean Energy Investments: Trump has said he plans<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39854007/trump-says-he-will-end-the-electric-vehicle-mandate-on-day-one-days-after-tesla-ceo-elon-musks-endor"> to eliminate</a> many vehicle emissions standards under the Environmental Protection Agency as well as many EV incentives included in the Biden administration&#8217;s Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). 
The RBC analyst again pointed to oil and gas companies as the key companies that could benefit from these potential policy adjustments, but cautioned it is too early to tell what the impacts might be for nuclear power companies. 
More Flexible/Reduced AI Regulation: RBC expects a Trump administration to be in favor of Big Tech and AI developers as he has called for a review of "unnecessary and burdensome regulations" on AI. The firm also pointed out that multi-industry data center-exposed stocks outperformed the sector by 500 basis points the day after Trump won the election. 
Dray said multi-industry companies involved in data centers that could benefit from Trump's less restrictive AI policies include nVent Electric Plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVT#NYSE">NVT</a>) and Eaton Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETN#NYSE">ETN</a>). 
Lower Corporate Tax Rate: Trump <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/24/10/41623850/trump-vs-harris-how-the-candidates-corporate-tax-proposals-stack-up">shared his plans</a> to lower the corporate tax rate to 15% for companies that make their products in the U.S. The RBC analyst sees lower corporate tax rates could lead to more reshoring from semiconductor and pharmaceutical companies and potentially more investment in the US. 
Dray pointed to Roper Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROP#NASDAQ">ROP</a>) specifically, but most publicly traded companies could benefit from lower tax rates. 
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Roper Technologies Increases Quarterly Dividend From $0.75 To $0.825 Per Share

Roper Techs's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROP#NYSE">ROP</a>) short percent of float has risen 8.65% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.21 million shares sold short, which is 1.13% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.66 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Roper Techs Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730493021_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Roper Techs has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Roper Techs's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Roper Techs's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.25%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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RBC Capital analyst Deane Dray maintains Roper Techs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROP#NASDAQ">ROP</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $675 to $666.

RBC Capital Maintains Outperform on Roper Techs, Lowers Price Target to $666

Truist Securities analyst Terry Tillman reiterates Roper Techs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROP#NASDAQ">ROP</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $660 to $665.

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Truist Securities Reiterates Buy on Roper Techs, Raises Price Target to $665

Baird analyst Joe Vruwink maintains Roper Techs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROP#NASDAQ">ROP</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $635 to $652.

Baird Maintains Outperform on Roper Techs, Raises Price Target to $652

Roper Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROP#NASDAQ">ROP</a>) reported fiscal third-quarter 2024 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/10/g41483573/roper-technologies-announces-third-quarter-financial-results" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">revenue growth of 13%</a> year-on-year to $1.77 billion, beating the analyst consensus estimate of $1.73 billion. 
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<li>Adjusted EPS of $4.62 beat the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">analyst consensus estimate of $4.53</a>.</li>
<li>Gross profit increased to $1.222 billion from $1.096 billion a year ago.</li>
<li>Operating income increased to $496.6 million from $446.1 million the prior quarter.</li>
<li>Adjusted EBITDA rose 10%&nbsp;year over year&nbsp;to $717 million, and the margin declined by 100 basis points to 40.7%.</li>
<li>Operating cash flow for the quarter totaled $755 million, up by 20% Y/Y.</li>
<li>The company held $269.6 million in cash and equivalents as of Sept. 30.</li>
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Roper Technologies CEO Neil Hunn said the company is increasing its full-year guidance &#8220;to the high end of the range,&#8221; citing the recurring revenue base. 
&#8220;During the third quarter, we completed the acquisition of Transact Campus, which has been combined with our CBORD business,&#8221; he added.
Outlook:&nbsp;Roper expects fiscal 2024 revenue growth of 13%+ or $6.98 billion (<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/04/38461514/software-provider-roper-tech-boosts-annual-outlook-following-q1-performance-the-details" rel="noreferrer noopener">prior ~12%</a>) vs. consensus of $6.91 billion and adjusted EPS of $18.21–$18.25 (prior $18.10–$18.25) vs. $18.21 estimate.
Roper expects adjusted EPS of $4.70–$4.74 for its fourth quarter, compared to the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener">Street view of $4.77</a>.
Mizuho analyst Brett Linzey maintained Roper Techs with a Neutral and raised the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ROP/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">price target from&nbsp;$530&nbsp;to&nbsp;$565</a>.
Price Action: ROP stock is down 0.29% at $550.50 premarket at&nbsp;last check Wednesday.
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Earnings

Guidance

Roper Tech Q3 Earnings: 13% Revenue Growth, Higher Cash Flow, Lifts Full-Year Outlook

Updating 2024 guidance
Roper now expects full year 2024 adjusted DEPS of $18.21 - $18.25, compared to previous guidance of $18.10 - $18.25. The Company increased its full year total revenue growth outlook to 13%+ and continues to expect organic revenue growth of approximately 6%.

Roper Expects FY24 Adj. EPS $18.21-$18.25 (Prior $18.10-$18.25) vs $18.21 Est, Revenue Of $6.98B Vs $6.91B Est

Updating 2024 guidance
Roper now expects full year 2024 adjusted DEPS of $18.21 - $18.25, compared to previous guidance of $18.10 - $18.25. The Company increased its full year total revenue growth outlook to 13%+ and continues to expect organic revenue growth of approximately 6%.
For the fourth quarter of 2024, the Company expects adjusted DEPS of $4.70 - $4.74.

Roper Techs Expects Q4 Adj EPS Of $4.70-$4.74 Vs $4.77 Est

Earnings Beats

Roper Techs Q3 2024 Adj. EPS $4.62 Beats $4.53 Estimate, Sales $1.765B Beat $1.727B Estimate

Across the recent three months, 7 analysts have shared their insights on Roper Techs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROP#NASDAQ">ROP</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $639.14, a high estimate of $675.00, and a low estimate of $565.00. This current average has increased by 0.74% from the previous average price target of $634.43. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729166482_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Roper Techs. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Brett Linzey</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$565.00</td>
<td>$530.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Terry Tillman</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$660.00</td>
<td>$660.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Deane Dray</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$675.00</td>
<td>$674.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brent Thill</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$635.00</td>
<td>$625.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Deane Dray</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$674.00</td>
<td>$685.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Glynn</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$630.00</td>
<td>$650.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Vruwink</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$635.00</td>
<td>$617.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Roper Techs. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Roper Techs compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Roper Techs's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Roper Techs's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ROP/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Roper Techs analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About Roper Techs</h2>
Roper Technologies is a diversified technology company that operates three segments: application software, network software, and technology enabled products. Roper acquires asset light, cash generative businesses and deploys excess cash to acquire further portfolio companies. The firm operates a highly decentralized model with portfolio company management holding autonomy and accountability for key operational decisions, and a small, centralized team overseeing capital deployment and providing executive coaching and reviewing strategic goals.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Roper Techs's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Roper Techs's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 12.12%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Information Technology sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Roper Techs's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 19.64% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Roper Techs's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 1.88%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Roper Techs's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of 1.13%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.41, Roper Techs adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
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Assessing Roper Techs: Insights From 7 Financial Analysts

Mizuho analyst Brett Linzey maintains Roper Techs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROP#NASDAQ">ROP</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $530 to $565.

Mizuho Maintains Neutral on Roper Techs, Raises Price Target to $565

As automation, robotics, and IoT solutions revolutionize industries, the industrial tech sector is booming with opportunities. But when it comes to Roper Technologies (ROP) and ESCO Technologies (ESE), which industrial tech stock holds more promise? Read on to find out…. The industrial tech sector stands at a critical juncture, poised to redefine how industries operate and innovate. As automation and smart technologies become deeply embedded in manufacturing and operations, the sector is driving global economic transformation.
With the global industrial equipment market expected to reach $347.4 billion by 2031, growing at a <a href="https://www.cognitivemarketresearch.com/list/machinery-%26-equipment/industrial-equipment?srsltid=AfmBOoqwWuTENin16fW_f4VxKECxSV2AtTso3v621xNTYe_cCxjqLVrH">CAGR of 4.2%</a>, the industry is benefiting from a surge in manufacturing activities, the rise of Industry 4.0, and the widespread adoption of automation technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics. Meanwhile, the industrial machinery market, valued at $693.70 billion in 2023, is expected to <a href="https://www.gminsights.com/industry-analysis/industrial-machinery-market?gad_source=5&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMIkIv1moHligMVxQatBh3KSChCEAAYASAAEgJgd_D_BwE">expand at a 7.5% CAGR</a> through 2032.
Moreover, while AI fueled significant gains for semiconductor and tech giants in 2024, experts like Abound Financial CIO <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/video/industrial-stocks-benefit-ai-2025-204348262.html">David Laut</a> anticipate industrials will take center stage in 2025, leveraging AI to transform workflows and optimize processes.
Against this backdrop, let's compare two industrial tech stocks, Roper Technologies, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ROP/">ROP</a>) and ESCO Technologies Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ESE/">ESE</a>), to determine which one holds more promise.
The Case for Roper Technologies, Inc. Stock
Valued at $54.51 billion by market cap, Roper Technologies, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ROP/">ROP</a>) designs and develops software and technology-enabled products and solutions. It operates through three segments: Application Software; Network Software; and Technology Enabled Products.
ROP's stock has declined 7.4% over the past month and 3.5% over the past year to close the last trading session at $510.30.
In terms of the trailing-12-month ROP's gross profit margin of 69.68% is 37.8% higher than the 50.58% industry average. However, its trailing-12-month asset turnover ratio of 0.23x is 63.2% lower than the industry average of 0.62x.
ROP's net revenues for the third quarter that ended September 30, 2024, increased 12.9% year-over-year to $1.76 billion. Its income from operations grew 11.3% from the year-ago value to $496.60 million. The company's net earnings came in at $367.90 million or $3.40 per share, indicating an increase of 6% and 5.3%, respectively, from the prior year's quarter.
Street expects ROP's revenue for the quarter ended December 2024 to increase 13.9% year-over-year to $1.84 billion. The company's <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/e/eps.asp">EPS</a> for the same quarter is expected to gain 8.6% year-over-year to $4.75. Moreover, the company surpassed the consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters.
ROP's<a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/"> POWR Ratings</a> reflect mixed prospects. It has an overall rating of C, which translates to Neutral in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings assess stocks by 118 different factors, each with its own weighting.
ROP is ranked #62 out of 78 stocks in the A-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/industrial-machinery/">Industrial - Machinery</a> industry. It has a C grade for Growth, Value, Momentum, and Quality. To see ROP's Stability and Sentiment ratings, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ROP/">click here</a>.
The Case for ESCO Technologies Inc. Stock
Valued at $3.41 billion by market cap, ESCO Technologies Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ESE/">ESE</a>) produces and supplies engineered products and systems for industrial and commercial markets worldwide. It operates through three segments: Aerospace &amp; Defense; Utility Solutions Group; and RF Test &amp; Measurement.
Shares of ESE have surged 28.5% over the past six months and 27.3% over the past year to close the last trading session at $131.46.
In terms of the trailing-12-month EBITDA margin, ESE's 19.73% is 40.8% higher than the 14.01% industry average. Likewise, its 9.92% trailing-12-month net income margin is 52.1% higher than the industry average of 6.52%.
ESE's net sales for the fiscal fourth quarter that ended on September 30, 2024, increased 9.5% year-over-year to $298.53 million. Its EBIT rose 6.9% from the year-ago value to $44.04 million. The company's net earnings came in at $34.26 million, up 7.1% year-over-year, and its adjusted EPS rose 16.8% from the prior-year quarter to $1.46.
Analysts expect ESE's revenue for the first quarter (ended December 2024) to increase 10.1% year-over-year to $240.40 million, while its EPS for the same period is expected to grow 17.3% from the prior year to $0.73.
ESE's bright prospects are reflected in its POWR Ratings. The stock has an overall B rating, translating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It also has a B grade for Growth, Momentum, and Sentiment. Out of 89 stocks in the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/industrial-equipment/">Industrial - Equipment</a> industry, it is ranked #30. <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ESE/">Click here</a> for the additional POWR Ratings for ESE (Value, Stability, and Quality).
ESCO Technologies vs. Roper Technologies: Which Industrial Tech Stock Holds More Promise?
The industrial industry is experiencing robust growth, fueled by the growing reliance on automation, robotics, and IoT solutions that enhance productivity and efficiency. With this backdrop of technological evolution and economic promise, leading industrial companies, such as ESE and ROP, stand to capitalize on the optimistic industry outlook. However, ESE's higher profitability and promising near-term outlook favor it as the better stock pick.
Our research shows that the odds of success increase when one invests in stocks with an Overall Rating of Strong Buy or Buy. <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/industrial-machinery/">Click here</a> to see all the top-rated stocks in the Industrial - Machinery industry. Get all the A or B-rated  Industrial – Equipment stocks <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/industrial-equipment/">here</a>.
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ROP shares were trading at $504.00 per share on Friday afternoon, down $6.30 (-1.23%). Year-to-date, ROP has declined -2.89%, versus a -0.87% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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