Fortive (FTV) H1F26 Earnings Outlook: $2.90-$3 EPS, Outperforming Estimates

Fortive (FTV) upgraded its fiscal 2026 profit outlook to above Wall Street estimates, led by strong demand in its industrial automation unit. The company anticipates annual adjusted earnings of $2.90 to $3 per share, exceeding the average estimate of $2.84. Pre-market shares rose 3% on the news. Key highlights: Intelligent Operating Solutions revenue rose 5.3% in Q4 YoY to $1.12B; adjusted profit reached 90 cents per share versus 80 cents a year ago, beating expectations of 84 cents. Quarterly sales climbed 4.6% year-over-year.