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Xylem Pricing Spineometer: 3 of 5 Vertebrae

By Tim J. Smith, PhD December 17, 2024

Xylem, a global water treatment company, had a positive Q3 2024. Revenue rose 1.3 % to $2.1 billion and earnings before interest and taxes rose 47% to $280 million over the same period last year. A review of Xylem’s 31 October 2024 earnings call and associated financial reports provided insight regarding the importance of pricing on performance. Mathew Pine, the CEO of Xylem since January this year, was proud of his team’s…

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Boeing Pricing Spineometer: 3 of 5 Vertebrae

By Tim J. Smith, PhD June 28, 2024

Boeing, global aerospace manufacturer, had a challenging Q1 2024. Revenue fell 7.5% to $16.6 billion but earnings before interest and taxes rose…

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Gilead Pricing Spineometer: 5 of 5 Vertebrae

By Tim J. Smith, PhD June 28, 2024

Gilead, a biopharmaceutical company, had mixed Q1 2024. Revenue rose 5.3% to $6.7 billion but earnings before interest and taxes fell 350%…

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O’Reilly Automotive Pricing Spineometer: 3 of 5 Vertebrae

By Tim J. Smith, PhD June 28, 2024

O’Reilly Automotive, a North American auto parts retailer, had a positive Q1 2024. Revenue rose 7.2% to $4.0 billion and earnings before…

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Sysco Pricing Spineometer: 5 of 5 Vertebrae

By Tim J. Smith, PhD June 28, 2024

Sysco, a foodservice distributor, had a positive Q3 2024. Revenue rose 2.7% to $19.4 billion and earnings before interest and taxes rose…

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