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Advance Auto Parts Pricing Spineometer: 4 of 5 Vertebrae

By Tim J. Smith, PhD April 15, 2024

Advance Auto Parts, an automotive afterparts and accessories supplier, had a challenging FY 2023. Revenue rose 1.4% to $11.2 billion yet earnings before interest and taxes fell 15% to $714 million over last year. A review of the Advance Auto Parts Fourth Quarter 2023 earnings call held on 28 February 2024, and associated financial reports, provided insight regarding the importance of pricing on performance. Shane O’Kelly, CEO of Advance Auto Parts, expressed…

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nVent Pricing Spineometer: 5 of 5 Vertebrae

By Tim J. Smith, PhD January 16, 2024

nVent, a provider of enclosures, electrical and fastening, and thermal management solutions, had a positive Q3 2023. Revenue rose 15% to $859…

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Stanley Black & Decker Pricing Spineometer: 5 of 5 Vertebrae

By Tim J. Smith, PhD January 16, 2024

Stanley Black & Decker, a tools and hardware company, had a mixed Q3 2023. Revenue fell 4% to $3.95 billion but earnings…

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Target Pricing Spineometer: 4 of 5 Vertebrae

By Tim J. Smith, PhD January 16, 2024

Target, a grocer and general merchandiser, had a mixed Q3 2023. Revenue fell 4.2% to $25 billion, but earnings before interest and…

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Walmart Pricing Spineometer: 5 of 5 Vertebrae

By Tim J. Smith, PhD January 16, 2024

Walmart, a global grocer and general merchandiser, had a positive Q3 2023. Revenue rose 5.2% to $161 billion and earnings before interest…

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