Rockwell Automat Stock Price, News & Analysis

On December 14, 2021, Claroty, a leader in cybersecurity for cyber-physical systems, announced that Rockwell Automation is a co-lead investor in its $400 million Series E funding round. This funding will support Claroty's acquisition of Medigate, enhancing its capabilities in securing the Extended Internet of Things (XIoT) across various sectors. The total funding for Claroty now reaches $635 million, making it the most funded cybersecurity company in industrial, healthcare, and enterprise IoT sectors.

On November 23, 2021, PTC and Rockwell Automation refuted a Berenberg Capital Markets report alleging Rockwell is severing financial ties with PTC and selling its 8.98% stake. Both companies confirmed that the strategic alliance remains intact, providing value-added solutions to manufacturing customers. Since 2018, Rockwell's substantial $1 billion investment in PTC allows for potential share sales under certain conditions. A new resale registration statement has been filed by PTC to comply with contractual obligations, further securing the ongoing partnership.

Plex Systems, a Rockwell Automation company, has launched Plex Production Monitoring, a quick-start solution designed to enhance real-time visibility into plant floor operations. This new tool, an evolution of the previously acquired Plex Mach2, links to machines via PLC or edge devices, allowing for rapid deployment within days. It provides essential metrics, such as downtime and production efficiency, enabling continuous improvement. The launch addresses the pressing need for manufacturers to cut costs and improve quality in a competitive landscape.

Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) announced a significant enhancement to its cybersecurity offerings through partnerships with Dragos and CrowdStrike, alongside the establishment of a new Cybersecurity Operations Center in Israel. These initiatives aim to equip customers with better defenses across the attack continuum. The partnership with Dragos focuses on incident response and threat intelligence, while collaboration with CrowdStrike will utilize its AI-driven Falcon platform for comprehensive security solutions. This investment reaffirms Rockwell's commitment to providing a robust cybersecurity infrastructure.

Claroty, an industrial cybersecurity company, has announced an integration of its Continuous Threat Detection (CTD) solution with Rockwell Automation's FactoryTalk® AssetCentre. This collaboration enables automatic discovery and management of operational technology and IoT assets in industrial networks. The CTD Connector, showcased at the Automation Fair on November 10-11, enhances asset protection and disaster recovery, optimizing visibility and risk management. Key benefits include a centralized asset inventory, ongoing risk assessment, and improved compliance efficiency.

Rockwell Automation (ROK) reported record quarterly orders of $2.2 billion, a 40% increase year-over-year. Fourth quarter sales rose by 15.1%, with an organic sales increase of 12.6%. Diluted EPS was $0.67 while adjusted EPS surged to $2.33. For the full year, reported sales were $6,997.4 million, up 10.5%, and net income increased to $1,358.1 million. The company projects fiscal 2022 sales growth of 16% - 19% and diluted EPS between $9.91 and $10.51.