Emerson Electric’s Q1 Orders Rise 5% as Middle East Disruptions Weigh on Sales

Emerson Electric (EMR) said first-quarter underlying orders rose 5% year over year, supported by strength in its Software and Systems segment and demand from North America and India, while conflict in the Middle East reduced sales by about 1 percentage point. CEO Lal Karsanbhai said the regional disruption affected operations and logistics, but growth in Test and Measurement, up 12%, and mid-teens gains in Ovation helped offset weakness. Management cited rising power-sector demand and continued project execution as key margin supports. Investors are watching the pace of recovery in the Middle East, order momentum in power, LNG and life sciences, and adoption of AI-driven software tools in regulated industries. Emerson shares traded at $139.43 after the report, little changed from $138.38 before earnings.