Record-Breaking Sales and Earnings
The company achieved a record 14% sales growth and 19% adjusted earnings per share growth, both exceeding guidance. Sales reached $4.5 billion, and adjusted EPS was $2.27.
Strong Performance in Industrial Segment
The Industrial segment exhibited over 20% organic growth, driven by digital data networks and energy businesses. Adjusted operating margins expanded nearly 400 basis points year-over-year.
Robust Free Cash Flow and Shareholder Returns
The company delivered record year-to-date free cash flow of approximately $2.1 billion, returned $1.5 billion to shareholders, and made $2.6 billion in acquisitions, including the Richards acquisition.
Positive Order Momentum
Orders improved to $4.5 billion, a year-over-year increase of 8% and a sequential increase of 5%, supporting the outlook for continued double-digit growth.
AI Application Revenue Surge
AI revenue grew from $300 million last year to over $800 million, with expectations of exceeding $1 billion next year, reflecting strong growth momentum.