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Honeywell Intl 株価情報 (NASDAQ: HON)

Honeywell Intl (NASDAQ:HON) 株価情報

Honeywell Intl

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Honeywell traces its roots to 1885 with Albert Butz's firm, Butz Thermo-Electric Regulator, which produced a predecessor to the modern thermostat. Other inventions by Honeywell include biodegradable detergent and autopilot. Today, Honeywell is a global multi-industry behemoth with one of the largest installed bases of equipment. It operates through four business segments: aerospace technologies (37% of 2023 company revenue), industrial automation (29%), energy and sustainability solutions (17%), and building automation (17%). Recently, Honeywell has made several portfolio changes to focus on fewer end markets and align with a set of secular growth trends. The firm is working diligently to expand its installed base, deriving around 30% of its revenue from recurring aftermarket services.

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Corporate insiders have not been impressively active so far in 2025. Despite a great deal of volatility, insiders have been held back by a rising wave of uncertainty. With the tariffs confusion lingering, it is tough for folks running corporations to get a handle on costs, profit margins, or economic conditions. While prices have retreated to a degree, it&#8217;s not like stocks are suddenly super cheap and attractive either. The S&amp;P 500 still trades with a PE ratio based on trailing earnings of 26 and a CAPE Ratio of 32.7. While off the highs of earlier this year, both are still extremely high by historical standards. Given the unattractive cocktail of valuation and uncertainty, insiders have pretty much kept their wallets in the desk drawer for much of the year.
This is another class of investor I track that thrives on uncertainty, and as a group, they have been very active so far this year. I am talking about activist investors, the more gentlemanly title for what were once known as corporate raiders. The Barclays Q1 2025 Review of Shareholder Activism reveals several important trends that can help us unlock opportunity.
Despite economic uncertainty and market volatility, activist campaigns have continued their upward trajectory. Global campaign activity reached 70 initiatives in Q1, representing a 17% increase year-over-year and running 25% above the four-year quarterly average. This suggests that periods of uncertainty often create fertile ground for activists to identify undervalued situations.
The most notable regional development is the resurgence of U.S. activism, which increased 43% year-over-year with 40 campaigns. After two years where American companies represented less than half of global targets, U.S. companies now account for 57% of global activist activity. Meanwhile, Japan continues to emerge as a significant battleground with 16 campaigns (up 45%), while European activity remains subdued with just 10 campaigns.
More importantly, the activists are scoring major wins. Companies like Honeywell (Ticker: HON), Becton Dickinson (Ticker: BDX), and Solventum (Ticker: SOLV) all announced significant break-ups or divestitures in Q1 following activist pressure.
The effectiveness of activist campaigns appears to be improving. The Barclays report identifies 51 board seats won in Q1, representing a 34% increase from the same period in 2024.
The King of the Activists this year is once again Elliott Management.
Elliott Management continues to lead the pack with four campaigns in Q1, including high-profile engagements at BP plc (Ticker: BP), where the company announced a refocus on its oil and gas business and a strategic review of its Castrol lubricants unit.
The campaign at BP has run into a snag in the form of lower oil and gas prices. As oil prices have pulled back in response to the tariff confusion, the share price of London-based oil and gas giant has fallen sharply. Elliott responded by upping its stake to over 5% of BP. That&#8217;s impressive given that BP has a $75 billion market cap.
Elliott wants management to drive the renewables business and cut spending by several billion dollars and has also outlined steps it feels BP should take that would get free cash flow to rise to $20 billion a year, well above the current $8 billion. Elliott has also suggested that leadership changes may be in order. The activist has met with many of BP&#8217;s largest shareholders to drum up support for its ideas.
At this point, even if Elliott does not win its campaign, the shares are attractive. Thanks to falling oil prices, the stock is trading at a depressed valuation and yields over 6%. A firming in energy prices could see the shares trade back up near the high of the year near $40. If Elliott does win the day and BP meets the cash flow targets, there is a good chance the shares will double or more in value.
BP is not Elliott&#8217;s only current campaign in the oil fields. In the spring of 2024, Elliott revealed a $1 billion stake in Phillips 66 (Ticker: PSX) and wasted no time firing off a blistering indictment of the company&#8217;s lackluster operational performance.
There has been a great deal of back and forth, but Elliott has not been appeased and has moved forward with a proxy fight. The activist is seeking four seats on the board of the refiner. They recently sent a letter to Phillips shareholders that said, &#8220;Investors&#8217; patience has been punished, and a new lineup on the board is necessary to reverse the company&#8217;s long-term underperformance and improve its poor corporate governance practices.&#8221;
Phillips fired back, sending its own letter that pointed out, &#8220;Since our formation in 2012, we have returned more than $43 billion to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases. We have grown our dividend at a 15% Compound Annual Growth Rate (&#8216;CAGR&#8217;). The dividend we pay to our shareholders has grown every single year since we have been a publicly-traded company – even through troughs in commodity cycles and periods of economic disruption. Not many energy companies can say the same.&#8221;
This is another potential win-win for investors. The stock is cheap, and management just raised the dividend to yield 4.5%. Improved economic and market conditions could easily lead to a huge bump in the price of the stock. If Elliott wins the proxy battle and its changes are effective, the upside potential is again over 100%.
In the case of both BP and Phillips 66, investors get paid handsomely to wait for the battle to be played out.

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Honeywell Intl's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NYSE">HON</a>) short percent of float has fallen 3.91% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 7.90 million shares sold short, which is 1.23% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.79 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Honeywell Intl Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745002861_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Honeywell Intl has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Honeywell Intl's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Honeywell Intl's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 6.43%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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Shares of companies within the broader industrial sector are trading lower amid overall market weakness after Fed Chair Powell made remarks at the Economic Club. Stocks across sectors may also be weighed down on trade tension fears after after the United States informed NVIDIA that it may require a license to export chips to China.

10 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on Honeywell Intl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NASDAQ">HON</a>) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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</thead>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
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</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $232.9, a high estimate of $260.00, and a low estimate of $178.00. A 2.8% drop is evident in the current average compared to the previous average price target of $239.60. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744668034_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
The standing of Honeywell Intl among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Andrew Kaplowitz &#x7C;Citigroup &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $229.00&#x7C;$253.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Stephen Tusa &#x7C;JP Morgan &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $178.00&#x7C;$205.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Julian Mitchell &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $247.00&#x7C;$251.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Chris Snyder &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $217.00&#x7C;$210.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Julian Mitchell &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $251.00&#x7C;$260.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Deane Dray &#x7C;RBC Capital &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Sector Perform &#x7C; $236.00&#x7C;$253.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Joseph O'Dea &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $220.00&#x7C;$240.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Nicole Deblase &#x7C;Deutsche Bank &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $260.00&#x7C;$236.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Julian Mitchell &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $260.00&#x7C;$255.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Stephen Tusa &#x7C;JP Morgan &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $231.00&#x7C;$233.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Honeywell Intl. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Honeywell Intl compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Honeywell Intl's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Honeywell Intl's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HON/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Honeywell Intl analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About Honeywell Intl</h2>
Honeywell traces its roots to 1885 with Albert Butz's firm, Butz Thermo-Electric Regulator, which produced a predecessor to the modern thermostat. Other inventions by Honeywell include biodegradable detergent and autopilot. Today, Honeywell is a global multi-industry behemoth with one of the largest installed bases of equipment. It operates through four business segments: aerospace technologies (37% of 2023 company revenue), industrial automation (29%), energy and sustainability solutions (17%), and building automation (17%). Recently, Honeywell has made several portfolio changes to focus on fewer end markets and align with a set of secular growth trends. The firm is working diligently to expand its installed base, deriving around 30% of its revenue from recurring aftermarket services.
<h3>Financial Insights: Honeywell Intl</h3>
Market Capitalization: Exceeding industry standards, the company's market capitalization places it above industry average in size relative to peers. This emphasizes its significant scale and robust market position.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Honeywell Intl's financials over 3M reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 6.86% as of 31 December, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Industrials sector.
Net Margin: Honeywell Intl's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 12.74%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Honeywell Intl's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 7.13%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Honeywell Intl's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 1.73% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 1.73, Honeywell Intl adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
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What Analysts Are Saying About Honeywell Intl Stock

Citigroup analyst Andrew Kaplowitz maintains Honeywell Intl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NASDAQ">HON</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $253 to $229.

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Citigroup Maintains Buy on Honeywell Intl, Lowers Price Target to $229

Despite <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/04/44756353/xi-jinping-says-there-are-no-winners-in-tariff-war-as-china-slaps-125-tariffs-on-us-goods-urges-trump-to-immediately-correct-wrongdoings">growing concerns about renewed trade</a> tensions between Washington and Beijing, one analyst says the drama may be more performative than policy-driven.
What Happened: Marko Papic, chief strategist at BCA Research, downplayed the long-term impact of escalating U.S.-China tariff rhetoric, suggesting that the latest threats may be largely symbolic and unlikely to result in sustained economic disruption.
"As the kids would say — just for the LOLz," Papic said in an interview with CNBC on Friday, referencing what he sees as political posturing from both sides.
His comments come after China's finance ministry accused the U.S. of "bullying" and warned that aggressive tariff policies could make America look like a "joke" on the global stage.
Papic acknowledged that markets are reacting to fears of a policy-induced slowdown, particularly in sectors like commodities, but said those concerns may be exaggerated. "It's not like this is a great financial crisis," he noted.
He's also not convinced that these trade policies— tariffs and bringing manufacturing back—will actually work or happen as planned. "When was the last time any U.S. policymaker actually referred to them [tariffs] as revenue raisers?"
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Why It Matters: On Friday, Xi Jinping sharply raised tariffs on U.S. goods from 84% to a record 125%. This came after President Donald Trump hiked tariffs on Thursday, pushing the cost of Chinese imports to at least 145%. This jump results from a new 125% retaliatory tariff layered on top of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44757476/asia-mixed-europe-slides-as-china-tariff-hike-escalates-tensions-gold-soars-dollar-hits-two-year-low-global-markets-today-while-us-slept">existing 20% duties</a>.
While these measures respond to Trump's tariffs, China itself isn't shielded from the fallout. Goldman Sachs has lowered its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/04/44740040/chinas-growth-outlook-dims-as-trumps-125-tariffs-put-millions-of-jobs-at-risk-goldman-warns">growth forecast for the country</a> and warned that up to 20 million export-related jobs could be at risk. The investment bank, however, attributed this outlook not only to U.S. tariffs but also to broader global economic uncertainty.
A <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/04/44762211/10-companies-with-exposure-to-trumps-china-tariff-war-ford-tesla-apple-disney-and-more">Strategy Risks report has identified</a> major U.S. public companies most overexposed to China, evaluating them across categories like Business Fundamentals, Partnerships and Politics, Regional Issues, Supply Chain, and Capacity.
Ford Motor Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) topped the list, scoring high across all areas, especially in Regional Issues tied to human rights concerns and Supply Chain vulnerabilities.
Carrier Global Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CARR#NYSE">CARR</a>) leads China's commercial HVAC market with extensive operations, while Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) relies <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44706383/apple-airlifts-iphones-from-india-and-china-in-72-hour-race-to-beat-trumps-tariffs-as-stock-sinks-amid-us-china-trade-panic">heavily on Chinese manufacturing</a> for most of its products, placing it squarely in the crosshairs of ongoing trade tensions.
Tesla Inc.'s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) U.S. energy division risks soaring costs from tariffs on Chinese battery cells, potentially doubling Powerwall and Megapack production expenses. Coca-Cola (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KO#NYSE">KO</a>) is facing cost pressures from tariffs on key ingredients like sucralose, which may impact profitability.
Cummins, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMI#NYSE">CMI</a>) maintains deep ties to China through joint ventures and clean energy initiatives. RTX Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>), with thousands of Chinese suppliers, has admitted that decoupling is unfeasible.
Honeywell (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NASDAQ">HON</a>) has begun adding surcharges due to tariff-related supply disruptions. Walt Disney Co.'s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>) CEO has raised alarms about the broader impact of tariffs, and Caterpillar, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAT#NYSE">CAT</a>) is confronting shrinking competitiveness as Chinese buyers turn to alternative suppliers.
Ford boasts a solid growth score of 78.49%, according to Benzinga Edge Stock Rankings. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">Click here to see how it stacks up against</a> Apple, Tesla, Disney, and other major companies.
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Shares of industrial and transportation stocks are trading higher as investors assess recent tariff developments.

President Donald Trump raised tariffs on Thursday, increasing the price of Chinese imports to a minimum of 145%. The move combines a 125% reciprocal tariff increase with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44757476/asia-mixed-europe-slides-as-china-tariff-hike-escalates-tensions-gold-soars-dollar-hits-two-year-low-global-markets-today-while-us-slept">pre-existing 20% duties</a>. 
The trade war shows no signs of slowing down as China responded on Friday morning with a retaliatory tariff now standing at 125% <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/04/44756353/xi-jinping-says-there-are-no-winners-in-tariff-war-as-china-slaps-125-tariffs-on-us-goods-urges-trump-to-immediately-correct-wrongdoings">on U.S. imports. </a>
Here's a look at which companies are most exposed to China and could be impacted by the ongoing trade war. 
A recent <a href="https://strategyrisks.com/data-products/">report</a> from Strategy Risks ranks the largest publicly traded American companies with overexposure to China based on the following criteria: Business Fundamentals, Partnerships and politics, Regional Issues, Supply Chain, and Capacity. 
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<li>Carrier Global Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CARR#NYSE">CARR</a>) dominates China's commercial HVAC sector and operates 11 manufacturing sites, 5 R&amp;D centers and over 300 sales/service branches in the country.&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Apple, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) produces 90% of iPhones, 70% to 80% of iPads and 50% of Mac products in China, according to Wedbush. Tech analyst Dan Ives<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/04/44670176/nvidia-apple-top-names-to-own-cybersecurity-stocks-to-outperform-tech-analyst-dan-ives-says"> recently said</a> Apple &#8220;is in the eye of this storm," referring to the trade war with China. </li>
</ul>
<ul start="4">
<li>Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) U.S. energy business faces existential risks due to tariffs on Chinese battery cells which could double production costs for Powerwalls and Megapacks, <a href="https://electrek.co/2025/04/09/tesla-tsla-surges-trump-bigger-tariffs-on-china-destroy-energy-business/">according</a> to Electrek.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul start="5">
<li>Coca-Cola Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KO#NYSE">KO</a>) faces rising costs due to tariffs on critical raw materials like sucralose, sourced from U.S. and Chinese suppliers. The company noted in its 2024 annual report that tariffs could reduce profitability if price hikes fail to offset higher costs.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul start="6">
<li>Cummins, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMI#NYSE">CMI</a>) has a significant presence in China through strategic investments, joint ventures and innovation initiatives, particularly in clean energy and engine manufacturing.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul start="7">
<li>RTX Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>) said in 2023 that decoupling its supply chains from China was unrealistic. Former CEO Gregory Hayes said RTX had "several thousand" Chinese suppliers, and told the Financial Times that, "we are not in a position to pull out of China the way we did out of Russia."&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul start="8">
<li>Honeywell International Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NASDAQ">HON</a>) faces significant supply chain disruptions due to its large presence in China and heavy reliance on imported components. In March, following the initial tariff increases, Honeywell implemented a 6.4% tariff surcharge on Building Management System (BMS) products, and more surcharges are likely to follow as the trade war escalates. </li>
</ul>
<ul start="9">
<li>Walt Disney Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>) CEO Bob Iger has expressed significant concerns about the impact of U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports, warning of broader economic consequences and specific challenges for Disney's operations. </li>
</ul>
<ul start="10">
<li>Caterpillar, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAT#NYSE">CAT</a>) faces significant challenges due to the escalating trade tensions, which have eroded the company's competitiveness in China. This is prompting buyers to seek alternative suppliers and forcing Caterpillar to reassess export strategies. </li>
</ul>
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Shares of companies within the broader industrial sector are trading lower as stocks pull back after surging Wednesday following President Trump's tariff pause announcement.

The Industrial Select Sector SPDR Fund (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLI#NASDAQ">XLI</a>) declined 2.4% to $123.71 Thursday morning, giving back part of its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44720006/markets-take-off-as-trump-announces-90-day-tariff-pause-for-non-retaliating-nations-slaps-china-with-125-duty">dramatic gains</a> from the prior session, as investors moved to lock in profits despite a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/econ-s/25/04/44733390/march-inflation-rate-cools-far-more-than-expected-raises-hopes-for-near-term-fed-rate-cuts">surprisingly soft inflation report</a> that reinforced Wednesday's bullish macro shift.
What To Know: After surging more than 9% on news of President Donald Trump's 90-day pause on tariffs for non-retaliatory nations, XLI was down nearly 2% by mid-morning, reflecting broader market weakness and cautious repositioning.
The retreat comes even as fresh data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics showed inflation <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/econ-s/25/04/44733390/march-inflation-rate-cools-far-more-than-expected-raises-hopes-for-near-term-fed-rate-cuts">cooling more sharply</a> than expected in March. Headline CPI fell to 2.4% year-over-year, the lowest since September, while core inflation eased to 2.8%, a level not seen in four years. Monthly inflation contracted by 0.1% — the weakest print since May 2020 — helped by a 6.3% drop in gasoline prices.
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The inflation data added to optimism that the front-loaded impact of tariffs may be less damaging than feared. However, that wasn't enough to extend Wednesday's euphoric rally, which saw the S&amp;P 500 post its largest one-day percentage gain since 2008.
What Else: XLI, which tracks U.S. industrial giants like Caterpillar Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAT#NYSE">CAT</a>), General Electric Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>), Union Pacific Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNP#NYSE">UNP</a>), Honeywell International Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NASDAQ">HON</a>) and 3M Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMM#NYSE">MMM</a>), is particularly sensitive to trade policy, global demand expectations and inflation. 
While the tariff pause and disinflationary surprise support a more favorable backdrop for cyclical sectors, Thursday's pullback likely reflects near-term profit taking after outsized gains and lingering uncertainty around the durability of the policy shift.
Markets are now recalibrating expectations ahead of the Federal Reserve's May meeting, with rate cut odds rising sharply post-CPI.
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General Electric And Caterpillar Lead XLI Pullback: What's Going On?

VietJet Air has secured a $300 million financial agreement with AV AirFinance, strengthening its fleet expansion plans while potentially providing Boeing Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) with additional business as the aircraft manufacturer works to <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/25/04/44580705/boeing-charting-a-quiet-comeback-aircraft-maker-bags-five-major-contracts-in-last-10-days-heres-what-its-chart-shows">recover from recent challenges</a>.
What Happened: The deal, signed in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday in the presence of Vietnam&#8217;s Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc, comes as Boeing actively rebuilds its order pipeline following a difficult period marked by safety concerns, production halts, and delivery shortfalls.
On Friday, Reuters reported that the airline was also considering buying 20 wide-body Boeing 787 aircraft.
VietJet will begin taking delivery of its first Boeing 737 MAX aircraft this year from a landmark 200-plane order valued at over $24 billion, initially announced in February 2019. The Vietnamese carrier is currently in discussions to expand this historic order further, representing a potential bright spot for Boeing amid its recovery efforts.
&#8220;We are delighted to be a long-term strategic partner of Vietjet,&#8221; said Stephen Murphy, CEO of AV AirFinance. &#8220;This new commitment reflects our strong relationship and willingness to support Vietjet&#8217;s resurgent growth in the Asia-Pacific region via new generation aircraft.&#8221;
Boeing did not immediately respond to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga</a>'s request for comment.
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Why It Matters: Boeing has recently shown signs of momentum, securing five major contracts in late March from global customers including Malaysia Aviation Group, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, the U.S. Army, and BOC Aviation. These deals have bolstered Boeing&#8217;s order book.
For VietJet, the AV AirFinance agreement is part of broader aircraft financing arrangements totaling over $4 billion with U.S. financial institutions. 
The airline has established partnerships with major American corporations, including General Electric Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>), Raytheon Technologies Corp.&#8216;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>) Pratt &amp; Whitney division, and Honeywell International Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NASDAQ">HON</a>), with total U.S. trade commitments reaching approximately $64 billion.
VietJet currently operates over 115 aircraft with more than 400 additional planes on order as it pursues global expansion.
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Boeing Gets A Boost As VietJet Secures $300 Million Financing, Considers 787 Purchase And Expands $24 Billion MAX Order: Report

JP Morgan analyst Stephen Tusa maintains Honeywell Intl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NASDAQ">HON</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $205 to $178.

JP Morgan Maintains Neutral on Honeywell Intl, Lowers Price Target to $178

Shares of the Industrial Select Sector SPDR Fund (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLI#NASDAQ">XLI</a>) are trading higher by 2.7% to $120.53 during Tuesday&#8217;s session, rebounding following recent weakness. The popular ETF is otherwise down 7.4% over the past week, as President Donald Trump's announcement of sweeping reciprocal tariffs triggered a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/04/44670193/wall-street-turmoil-deepens-as-trump-threatens-massive-china-tariffs-bitcoin-wobbles-at-78k-whats-driving-markets-monday">broad market sell-off</a> in recent sessions.
The industrial sector—highly sensitive to trade policy and global growth—is among the hardest hit over the past week, with XLI dropping alongside escalating concerns about weakening demand, higher costs and disrupted supply chains.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Is XLI?</h2>
The Industrial Select Sector SPDR Fund is an exchange-traded fund comprised of major U.S. companies involved in manufacturing, transportation, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/aerospace">aerospace</a>, defense and related services. 
Key XLI holdings include heavyweights like General Electric Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>), Boeing Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>), Caterpillar Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAT#NYSE">CAT</a>), Honeywell International Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NASDAQ">HON</a>) and Union Pacific Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNP#NYSE">UNP</a>).
These companies form the backbone of the U.S. industrial economy and are deeply exposed to international trade, making XLI a direct casualty of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/04/44667104/speculators-raise-wagers-on-fed-emergency-rate-cuts-as-theories-of-self-induced-crash-gather-pace">tariff-related uncertainty</a>.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Why Are Tariffs Hitting XLI So Hard?</h2>
Industrial companies rely heavily on global supply chains, international sales and capital spending—all of which are under pressure in a tariff-fueled environment. Here's how the latest trade developments are dragging down XLI:
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<li>Supply Chain Disruptions: Many of XLI's components import raw materials, components and machinery from abroad—especially from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/04/44667173/why-ishares-china-large-cap-etf-fxi-is-getting-hammered">China</a>. New tariffs increase costs for manufacturers like Caterpillar and Honeywell, potentially squeezing profit margins and prompting some firms to delay production or pass costs on to customers. </li>
<li>Global Demand Weakens: With tariffs dampening global trade and business confidence, companies in the industrial sector are seeing reduced orders from overseas markets. Multinational firms like Boeing and 3M face declining demand in Asia and Europe, where retaliatory tariffs and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/04/44657800/trumps-tariffs-stir-global-markets-wall-street-loses-2-trillion-and-more-this-week-in-economics">economic uncertainty</a> could weigh on spending and infrastructure investment. </li>
<li>Capex Pullbacks: Businesses across industries often cut back on capital expenditures when facing uncertainty. That means less investment in heavy equipment, machinery and transportation services—the very things XLI companies produce. </li>
<li>Transportation and Logistics Hit Hard: Railroads and freight carriers, including Union Pacific and FedEx, could feel the sting of reduced trade volumes. If demand for shipping and freight services falls—both domestic and international—this could reflect slowing global economy. </li>
<li>Investor Sentiment and Risk Aversion: The industrial sector is closely tied to the business cycle. When investors fear a slowdown, they often rotate out of economically sensitive sectors like industrials.</li>
</ul>
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Industrial Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLI) Is Rising: What's Going On?

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Shares of industrial stocks are trading lower amid macroeconomic concerns due to rising global trade tensions.

Honeywell Intl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NASDAQ">HON</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 1.23% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 9.34%. Currently, Honeywell Intl has a market capitalization of $138.66 billion. 
Buying $100 In HON: If an investor had bought $100 of HON stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $592.06 today based on a price of $213.24 for HON at the time of writing.
<h3>Honeywell Intl's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

If You Invested $100 In This Stock 20 Years Ago, You Would Have This Much Today

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Industrials sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>JELD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$75.0K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td align="right">998</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/11/25</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
<td>$30.0K</td>
<td>2</td>
<td align="right">247</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UBER</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$38.9K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
<td align="right">153</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$84.9K</td>
<td>262</td>
<td align="right">151</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PAYX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$26.8K</td>
<td>38</td>
<td align="right">133</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/04/25</td>
<td>$480.00</td>
<td>$29.5K</td>
<td>35</td>
<td align="right">117</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/21/25</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$50.8K</td>
<td>136</td>
<td align="right">117</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HON</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$49.9K</td>
<td>6.3K</td>
<td align="right">94</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/02/25</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
<td>$26.0K</td>
<td>69</td>
<td align="right">51</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>URI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/11/25</td>
<td>$602.50</td>
<td>$98.3K</td>
<td>1</td>
<td align="right">50</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For JELD (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JELD#NYSE">JELD</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 112 day(s) on July 18, 2025. This event was a transfer of 500 contract(s) at a $5.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 29 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $75.0K, with a price of $150.0 per contract. There were 1418 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 998 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding UAL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 14 day(s) on April 11, 2025. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $71.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.0K, with a price of $300.0 per contract. There were 2 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 247 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For UBER (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UBER#NYSE">UBER</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 175 day(s) on September 19, 2025. This event was a transfer of 45 contract(s) at a $75.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $38.9K, with a price of $865.0 per contract. There were 1590 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 153 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding BA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 357 day(s) on March 20, 2026. Parties traded 36 contract(s) at a $180.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $84.9K, with a price of $2360.0 per contract. There were 262 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 151 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For PAYX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAYX#NASDAQ">PAYX</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 49 day(s) on May 16, 2025. This event was a transfer of 64 contract(s) at a $150.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.8K, with a price of $420.0 per contract. There were 38 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 133 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding DE (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DE#NYSE">DE</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 7 day(s) on April 4, 2025. Parties traded 16 contract(s) at a $480.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 16 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.5K, with a price of $1845.0 per contract. There were 35 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 117 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For SMR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMR#NYSE">SMR</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 238 day(s) on November 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 117 contract(s) at a $15.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $50.8K, with a price of $435.0 per contract. There were 136 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 117 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding HON (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NASDAQ">HON</a>), we observe a call option trade with neutral sentiment. It expires in 175 day(s) on September 19, 2025. Parties traded 49 contract(s) at a $220.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $49.9K, with a price of $1020.0 per contract. There were 6306 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 94 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For GE (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 35 day(s) on May 2, 2025. This event was a transfer of 50 contract(s) at a $210.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.0K, with a price of $512.0 per contract. There were 69 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 51 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For URI (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/URI#NYSE">URI</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 14 day(s) on April 11, 2025. This event was a transfer of 80 contract(s) at a $602.50 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 30 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $98.3K, with a price of $1230.0 per contract. There were 1 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 50 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
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During the last three months, 11 analysts shared their evaluations of Honeywell Intl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NASDAQ">HON</a>), revealing diverse outlooks from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $243.91, a high estimate of $266.00, and a low estimate of $217.00. A 1.36% drop is evident in the current average compared to the previous average price target of $247.27. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743022851_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
The standing of Honeywell Intl among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Julian Mitchell</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$247.00</td>
<td>$251.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chris Snyder</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$217.00</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Julian Mitchell</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$251.00</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Deane Dray</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$236.00</td>
<td>$253.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph O'Dea</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nicole Deblase</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$236.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Julian Mitchell</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$255.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Tusa</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$231.00</td>
<td>$233.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Kaplowitz</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$266.00</td>
<td>$268.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Julian Mitchell</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$255.00</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph O'Dea</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$254.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Honeywell Intl. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Honeywell Intl compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Honeywell Intl's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Honeywell Intl's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HON/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Honeywell Intl analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Honeywell Intl</h2>
Honeywell traces its roots to 1885 with Albert Butz's firm, Butz Thermo-Electric Regulator, which produced a predecessor to the modern thermostat. Other inventions by Honeywell include biodegradable detergent and autopilot. Today, Honeywell is a global multi-industry behemoth with one of the largest installed bases of equipment. It operates through four business segments: aerospace technologies (37% of 2023 company revenue), industrial automation (29%), energy and sustainability solutions (17%), and building automation (17%). Recently, Honeywell has made several portfolio changes to focus on fewer end markets and align with a set of secular growth trends. The firm is working diligently to expand its installed base, deriving around 30% of its revenue from recurring aftermarket services.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of Honeywell Intl</h3>
Market Capitalization: Exceeding industry standards, the company's market capitalization places it above industry average in size relative to peers. This emphasizes its significant scale and robust market position.
Revenue Growth: Honeywell Intl displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 6.86%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Industrials sector.
Net Margin: Honeywell Intl's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 12.74%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Honeywell Intl's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 7.13%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 1.73%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: Honeywell Intl's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 1.73.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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Assessing Honeywell Intl: Insights From 11 Financial Analysts

Barclays analyst Julian Mitchell maintains Honeywell Intl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NASDAQ">HON</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $251 to $247.

Barclays Maintains Overweight on Honeywell Intl, Lowers Price Target to $247

Ahead of the planned spin-off, Honeywell has announced several members of the new company's leadership team:
<ul>
<li>Rajeev Gautam&nbsp;has been selected to serve as non-executive Chairman of the Board of Directors, effective on completion of the spin.</li>
<li>David&nbsp;Sewell&nbsp;will join as President and Chief Executive Officer of the Advanced Materials business, effective immediately.</li>
</ul>

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Honeywell Intl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NASDAQ">HON</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 1.12% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 9.32%. Currently, Honeywell Intl has a market capitalization of $136.83 billion. 
Buying $1000 In HON: If an investor had bought $1000 of HON stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $5,928.89 today based on a price of $210.42 for HON at the time of writing.
<h3>Honeywell Intl's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742244327_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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