Strong Margin Improvement
Segment operating margin of 20.4% compared to 19% a year ago, driven by strong execution across the company. Adjusted EPS of $2.45 was above expectations, primarily due to the beat on segment operating margin.
Robust Performance in Software and Control
Software and Control margin of 30.1% was up 440 basis points versus prior year even though sales were flat year-over-year. Higher margin was driven by cost reduction and margin expansion actions.
Positive Outlook for eCommerce and Warehouse Automation
Sales in eCommerce and Warehouse Automation grew over 45% versus prior year and were significantly above expectations. Expected to grow 45% in fiscal year 2025.
Successful Cost Reduction and Margin Expansion
Realized about $155 million of savings in the first half, expected to exceed the full-year target of $250 million in year-over-year structural productivity.