Electrical equipment industry

Article Abstract:

Many companies in the highly diverse electrical equipment industry have maintained leadership positions although the industry as a whole has become mature. W.W. Grainger Inc and Johnson Controls Inc have become good workhorses within the industry, and good earnings growth are expected for both, as well as from Corning Inc and General Electric Co, two of the superstars. Investors should find timely stocks in this sector, several of which are appealing over the next three to five years.

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Electric equipment industry

Article Abstract:

Profit potential has made stocks in the electrical equipment industry more timely for the year 2000, even though this is a mature industry. Mergers, productivity enhancements, cost-cutting, and new products are the main influences for earnings in this sector, but there are economic variables to be considered. Investors should consider only those stocks that are timely.

Industry Overview

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Electrical equipment industry

Article Abstract:

Capital investment levels have a direct impact on the fortunes of many electrical equipment companies. Technological advances and an increase in research and development spending levels are good signs for the industry. Operating margins increased by approximately 150 basis points during the 1990s. Many electrical equipment companies have achieved consistent earnings and may appeal to conservative investors.

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