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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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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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PPG Pricing Spineometer: 3 of 5 Vertebrae

By Tim J. Smith, PhD September 29, 2023

PPG, a paints, coatings, and specialty materials company, had a positive Q2 2023. Revenue rose 3.9% to $4.9 billion and earnings before…

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