About Powell Industries, Inc. - Common Stock (POWL)
Powell Industries, Inc. is a company that designs, manufactures, and services a range of electrical equipment and systems primarily for industrial applications. The company specializes in providing custom-engineered solutions that include switchgear, power distribution systems, and control systems, catering to sectors such as oil and gas, utilities, and other industrial markets. In addition to their manufacturing capabilities, Powell Industries also offers support through installation and maintenance services, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of their electrical solutions for customers. Their focus on innovation and engineering excellence positions them as a key player in the electrical infrastructure industry. Read More
Shares of electrical energy control systems manufacturer Powell (NYSE:POWL) jumped 4% in the afternoon session after a key inflation report showed that price pressures eased more than anticipated.
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Powell’s third quarter results surpassed Wall Street’s expectations for both revenue and earnings, yet the market responded negatively following the announcement. Management attributed the quarter’s performance to increased project execution, particularly in nonindustrial markets—such as Electric Utility and Commercial sectors—which now comprise a much larger share of backlog than five years ago. CEO Brett Cope described the quarter as a reflection of “the ongoing high level of project execution across all of our operations,” noting significant progress in diversifying beyond traditional oil and gas markets. The company also highlighted favorable gross profit margins driven by strong pricing discipline and operational throughput. However, some end markets, like oil and gas and petrochemicals, experienced softness, while the mix of projects shifted toward smaller and medium-sized orders rather than large-scale contracts.
A number of stocks jumped in the morning session after strong results from chipmaker Nvidia eased lingering concerns about a potential bubble, especially in the tech sector.
Electrical energy control systems manufacturer Powell (NYSE:POWL) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 8.3% year on year to $298 million. Its GAAP profit of $4.22 per share was 12.2% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Shares of electrical energy control systems manufacturer Powell (NYSE:POWL) fell 11% in the afternoon session after the stock's negative momentum continued as the company reported third-quarter 2025 revenue and earnings that surpassed analyst expectations, but its results also included signs of slowing growth.
Electrical energy control systems manufacturer Powell (NYSE:POWL) reported Q3 CY2025 results topping the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 8.3% year on year to $298 million. Its GAAP profit of $4.22 per share was 12.2% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after the broader U.S. stock market declined amid investor caution and a pullback in technology stocks.
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The past six months have been a windfall for Powell’s shareholders. The company’s stock price has jumped 104%, hitting $392.50 per share. This run-up might have investors contemplating their next move.
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Shares of electrical energy control systems manufacturer Powell (NYSE:POWL) jumped 6.7% in the afternoon session after the September inflation report came in cooler than anticipated, fueling investor optimism for potential interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve.
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after positive news on corporate earnings, easing political and trade tensions, and optimism about future interest rate cuts all converged to lift investor sentiment.
