Zebra Technologies Corporation Stock Price, News & Analysis

Zebra Technologies (ZBRA) has been awarded the 2025 USPS Supplier Performance Award for its crucial role in supporting Postal Service operations. The recognition highlights Zebra's contribution to the new 'Eagle Clean' custodial initiative, which modernizes scheduling and tracking of custodial work across USPS facilities. Through Zebra's TC77 touch computers, USPS workers can now manage time clock entries and work assignments more efficiently. The technology deployment spans all 50 postal districts, providing real-time data including safety alerts for supervisors and carriers. Zebra's successful implementation demonstrates its position as a key technology provider for postal and courier operators globally. This marks Zebra's second USPS Supplier Performance Award, following a previous recognition in 2022.

Zebra Technologies (ZBRA) has launched the EM45 Enterprise Mobile, a new enterprise-grade mobile computer designed to enhance frontline productivity across retail, hospitality, healthcare, manufacturing, and warehouse industries. The device features an AI-capable Qualcomm processor, dual personal/work profiles, and up to 25 hours of battery life. According to Zebra's research, high percentages of warehouse workers (87-91%) and retail associates (85-87%) prefer company-issued mobile devices for work tasks. The EM45 includes features like push-to-talk collaboration, three custom action buttons, and a 50MP rear camera. It can transform into a desktop experience using Zebra's Workstation Connect and is managed through the Zebra DNA software suite. The series also includes an RFID model for inventory management.

Zebra Technologies (ZBRA) is showcasing its latest intelligent automation solutions at Automate 2025 in Detroit. Key highlights include:

- The new Aurora VGR Assistant software for vision-guided robotics tasks
- Zebra Symmetry Fulfillment, an AMR-assisted-picking solution that reduces AMR requirements by up to 30%
- The AltiZ 4200 3D profile sensor for high-resolution inspection tasks
- MotionCam-3D (Blue) for precise metal parts picking
- RFID solutions featuring the MC3390xR reader and FXR90 ultra-rugged reader

According to Zebra's research, 92% of manufacturers prioritize digital transformation, with 61% expecting AI to drive growth by 2029. Additionally, 70% of warehouse leaders plan to accelerate modernization projects, and 90% aim to invest in supply chain visibility.

Zebra Technologies (NASDAQ: ZBRA) has announced its participation in three upcoming investor conferences in May and June 2025:

• Wolfe Research 18th Annual Global Transportation & Industrials Conference in New York on May 21 at 8:35 a.m. ET
• Bernstein 41st Annual Strategic Decisions Conference in New York on May 30 at 10:00 a.m. ET
• William Blair 45th Annual Growth Stock Conference in Chicago on June 4 at 11:20 a.m. CT

Live webcasts of the presentations will be available on the company's investor relations website at investors.zebra.com and will be archived for later viewing.

Zebra Technologies reported strong Q1 2025 financial results, with net sales reaching $1,308 million, an 11.3% year-over-year increase. The company's net income grew to $136 million, with earnings of $2.62 per diluted share.

Key highlights include:

• Non-GAAP EPS increased to $4.02
• Adjusted EBITDA rose to $292 million
• Enterprise Visibility & Mobility segment sales: $846 million
• Asset Intelligence & Tracking segment sales: $462 million
• Organic net sales growth: 11.9%

The company maintains its full-year 2025 sales growth outlook of 3-7% and expects second-quarter sales growth between 4-7%. Zebra completed $125 million in share repurchases and acquired Photoneo for $62 million. The company projects full-year free cash flow to exceed $700 million, with adjusted EBITDA margin expected between 20-21%.

Zebra Technologies (NASDAQ: ZBRA) announced it will release its first quarter 2025 financial results on Tuesday, April 29, 2025. The company will hold a conference call to discuss the results at 7:30 a.m. CT (8:30 a.m. ET) on the same day.

Investors can access the live webcast through the events section at investors.zebra.com, where it will remain archived for at least one year.

Zebra Technologies (NASDAQ: ZBRA) and Merck KGaA have announced a strategic collaboration to develop solutions for product verification and authenticity. The partnership will integrate M-Trust™, the first cyber-physical trust platform, with Zebra's mobile computing technology.

The collaboration's first milestone is a new handheld reader combining Zebra's TC58 mobile computer with Merck's security-pigment detector (SEC-Reader). This integrated device will connect to the M-Trust™ platform via Wi-Fi 6E or 5G, featuring two-way radio, a 16 MP camera, and a 1D/2D barcode scanner.

The solution leverages Web 3.0 and crypto technologies to create secure digital twins, addressing challenges in product safety, traceability, and counterfeiting. The platform is designed to comply with evolving regulations like the EU Digital Product Passport. A working prototype will be demonstrated at Hannover Messe 2025.

Zebra Technologies unveiled new automation solutions at ProMat 2025 in Chicago, showcasing innovations for manufacturing, warehousing, and supply chain operations. The company introduced the Aurora Velocity™ scan tunnel, now available in North America, featuring centralized processing for high-speed barcode reading and scalable architecture for multiple machine vision capabilities.

Key innovations include the FS80 fixed industrial scanner for warehouse environments, the WS501 Android mobile computer for wearable computing, Zebra Guardian for fleet management, Symmetry Fulfillment for AMR-assisted picking, and Tread Intel for automated tire tread measurements.

According to Zebra's Warehousing vision study, 70% of warehouse decision-makers face pressure to modernize operations, with 63% planning to accelerate modernization initiatives in the next five years.

Zebra Technologies (NASDAQ: ZBRA) has completed its acquisition of Photoneo, a leading developer and manufacturer of 3D machine vision solutions. The strategic acquisition aims to expand Zebra's portfolio in high-value 3D machine vision applications, specifically targeting:

• Automotive manufacturing sector
• Logistics industry
• Other key industries

The acquisition strengthens Zebra's capabilities in digitizing and automating frontline workflows through enhanced 3D machine vision technology.