Here's Why It is Worth Investing in RBC Bearings (RBC) Stock
RBC Bearings Incorporated RBC is well-poised for growth, courtesy of strength across its segments, acquisitions and a sound capital deployment strategy.
Let’s delve into the factors that make this Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) company a smart investment choice at the moment.
Business Strength: RBC’s Aerospace/Defense segment is benefiting from the increasing demand in the commercial original equipment manufacturer, aftermarket, aerospace and marine end markets. Strength in the aggregate and cement, food and beverage, mining and metals and general industrial end markets is supporting sales from the Industrial segment.
Acquisition Benefits: RBC Bearings intends to strengthen and expand its businesses through acquisitions. The company acquired Carson City, NV based precision bearings manufacturer, Specline, Inc. in August 2023. Specline’s unique bearing and manufacturing processes expand RBC Bearings’ aerospace product offerings and boost the company’s production capacity.
Product Development Initiatives: The company’s product development initiatives and robust demand for large planes like the Airbus 737, 787, A320 and A330, are expected to drive growth in the quarters ahead. Additional volume increases, driven by RBC Bearings’ space initiatives, are also likely to be beneficial.
Rewards to Shareholders: The company’s measures to reward its shareholders through dividend payments and share buybacks are noteworthy. The company repurchased shares worth $7.7 million and distributed preferred dividends worth $22.9 million in fiscal 2023 (ended March 2023). In the first three months of 2024 (ended Jul 01, 2023), the company paid dividends of $6.8 million, up 13.3% year over year.
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Northbound Estimate Revisions: In the past 60 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for fiscal 2024 (ending March 2024) earnings has been revised 4.2% upward.
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