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IDEX Pricing Spineometer: 2 of 5 Vertebrae

By Tim J. Smith, PhD January 9, 2025

IDEX, a global applied solutions provider, had a mixed Q3 2024. Revenue rose 0.6% to $798 million while earnings before interest and taxes fell 6.1 % to $168 million over the same period last year. A review of IDEX’s 30 October 2024 earnings call and associated financial reports provided insight regarding the importance of pricing on performance. IDEX is a diverse and complex business. It has three reporting units, Fluid & Metering…

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Broadcom Pricing Spineometer: 1 of 5 Vertebrae

By Tim J. Smith, PhD September 29, 2023

Broadcom, a computer and telecommunications networking company, had a positive Q3 2023. Revenue rose 4.9% to $8.9 billion and earnings before interest…

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Carrier Pricing Spineometer: 3 of 5 Vertebrae

By Tim J. Smith, PhD September 29, 2023

Carrier, primarily a multinational heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) company, had a challenging Q2 2023. Revenue rose 15% to $6.0 billion but…

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Hershey Pricing Spineometer: 5 of 5 Vertebrae

By Tim J. Smith, PhD September 29, 2023

Hershey, a confectionery and snack company, had a strong Q2 2023. Revenue rose 4.9% to $2.5 billion and earnings before interest and…

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Medtronic Pricing Spineometer: 5 of 5 Vertebrae

By Tim J. Smith, PhD September 29, 2023

Medtronic, a global medical technology company, had a positive Q1 2024. Revenue rose 4.5% to $7.7 billion and earnings before interest and…

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