CRANE COMPANY Stock Price, News & Analysis

Crane Co. (NYSE:CR) will host a virtual Aerospace & Electronics investor conference on May 26, 2021, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM ET. Key speakers include President & CEO Max H. Mitchell and President of Crane Aerospace & Electronics Stephen M. Zimmerman. The event will be accessible via a webcast on the Company’s website, with a replay available afterward. Crane Co. is a diversified manufacturer engaged in several sectors, including chemicals and defense, with approximately 11,000 employees globally.

Crane Co. (NYSE: CR) will release its first quarter 2021 earnings on May 3, 2021, after market close. The earnings teleconference is scheduled for May 4, 2021, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time, featuring President & CEO Max H. Mitchell and Senior VP & CFO Richard A. Maue. A web replay of the call will be available on the company's website shortly thereafter. Crane Co. operates across multiple sectors, including fluid handling and aerospace, with approximately 11,000 employees worldwide.

Crane Co. (NYSE:CR) has announced a donation of $105,215 from the Crane Foundation to support a Revenue Cycle Management Certification Program for students and alumni of the Richard T. Crane Medical Prep High School in Chicago. The program, hosted by Rush University Medical Center and Lurie Children’s Hospital, aims to equip participants with essential skills for careers in healthcare. The initiative includes a six-week internship with hands-on training and resources provided at no cost. The school has achieved a 100% graduation rate for three consecutive years, preparing students for competitive job markets.

Crane Co. (NYSE:CR) will host its annual investor conference virtually on February 25, 2021, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM (EST). The company has raised its 2021 GAAP earnings per share (EPS) guidance by $0.10, now forecasting between $4.95 and $5.15. Core sales growth is projected at about 3%. CEO Max Mitchell emphasized the company's strong position for growth post-COVID, asserting that an inflection point for acceleration is at hand. Key themes of the conference will include recovery expectations, product development, inorganic growth opportunities, and the company’s solid cultural foundation.

Crane Co. (NYSE:CR) will host its annual investor conference virtually on February 25, 2021, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM (Eastern). Key executives, including Max H. Mitchell, will present during the event. Interested participants can access the live webcast through the Company's website, with a replay available post-event. Crane Co. is a diversified manufacturer serving industries such as chemicals, oil & gas, and aerospace, among others. Founded in 1855, the company operates four business segments and employs approximately 11,000 globally.

Crane Co. (NYSE: CR) reported its 2020 financial results and provided a positive outlook for 2021. The company anticipates adjusted EPS guidance between $4.90 and $5.10, reflecting a projected 30% growth year-over-year. Despite a 11% sales decline in 2020, driven by COVID-19 impacts, Crane saw robust order rates in December with a year-over-year growth of 11%. The firm maintained strong liquidity of $1.1 billion and achieved gross cost savings of $105 million. However, logistics disruptions persist, impacting operations moving forward.

Crane Co. has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.43 per share for Q1 2021, payable on March 10, 2021. Shareholders on record as of February 26, 2021 will receive this dividend. The company operates in multiple sectors including chemicals, oil & gas, power, and aerospace, through its four segments: Fluid Handling, Payment & Merchandising Technologies, Aerospace & Electronics, and Engineered Materials. Crane Co. is listed on the NYSE under the ticker CR.

Crane Co. (NYSE: CR) will release its fourth quarter 2020 earnings on January 25, 2021, after market close. Following the release, a teleconference will take place on January 26, 2021, at 10:00 AM Eastern, hosted by President & CEO Max H. Mitchell and Senior VP & CFO Richard A. Maue. Interested parties can access the call in listen-only mode on the company’s website. Crane Co. operates in several sectors including chemicals, oil & gas, and aerospace, with a dedicated workforce of approximately 11,000 employees globally.

Crane Co. (NYSE: CR) announces the election of John S. Stroup to its Board of Directors. Stroup has extensive experience in industrial manufacturing, having served as Executive Chairman of Belden Inc. since May 2020, and previously led the company as President and CEO. He has also held leadership roles at Danaher Corporation and Rockwell Automation. Chairman James L.L. Tullis believes Stroup's expertise in business strategy and leadership will significantly benefit the company's governance.