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KBR, formerly Kellogg Brown & Root, is global provider of technology, integrated engineering, procurement, and construction delivery, and operations and maintenance services. The company's business is organized into two segments: government solutions and sustainable technology solutions. KBR has operations in over 30 countries and employs approximately 34,000 people. The firm generated $7 billion in revenue in 2023.

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Across the recent three months, 5 analysts have shared their insights on KBR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KBR#NYSE">KBR</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $74.4, a high estimate of $84.00, and a low estimate of $64.00. This current average has decreased by 4.86% from the previous average price target of $78.20. 
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<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive KBR. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Kaplowitz</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$76.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sangita Jain</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gautam Khanna</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
<td>$72.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brent Thielman</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sangita Jain</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to KBR. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of KBR compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of KBR's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of KBR's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Get to Know KBR Better</h2>
KBR, formerly Kellogg Brown &amp; Root, is global provider of technology, integrated engineering, procurement, and construction delivery, and operations and maintenance services. The company's business is organized into two segments: government solutions and sustainable technology solutions. KBR has operations in over 30 countries and employs approximately 34,000 people. The firm generated $7 billion in revenue in 2023.
<h3>Key Indicators: KBR's Financial Health</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining KBR's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 10.0% as of 30 September, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Industrials sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 5.14%, the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): KBR's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 6.88%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): KBR's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of 1.59%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: With a high debt-to-equity ratio of 1.89, KBR faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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Beyond The Numbers: 5 Analysts Discuss KBR Stock

Citigroup analyst Andrew Kaplowitz maintains KBR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KBR#NYSE">KBR</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $82 to $76.

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Citigroup Maintains Buy on KBR, Lowers Price Target to $76

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KBR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KBR#NYSE">KBR</a>) announced today it has been awarded a global agreement by BP International Limited (bp) for engineering, procurement and construction management (EPCM) services.
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Under the terms of the contract, KBR will provide EPCM for onshore, offshore, greenfield and brownfield conventional energy projects and new energy sector projects worldwide for three years, with an option to extend for two additional years. Additionally, KBR provides bp with market-leading licensed technology solutions, demonstrating the depth and versatility of its capabilities.

KBR Secures Global EPCM Contract with BP for Conventional and New Energy Projects

Keybanc analyst Sangita Jain maintains KBR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KBR#NYSE">KBR</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $78 to $70.

Keybanc Maintains Overweight on KBR, Lowers Price Target to $70

TD Cowen analyst Gautam Khanna maintains KBR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KBR#NYSE">KBR</a>) with a Hold and lowers the price target from $72 to $64.

TD Cowen Maintains Hold on KBR, Lowers Price Target to $64

Every year, analysts discuss the stocks and sectors they favor for the coming year, often providing price targets for where major indexes might land by year-end. I believe both of these practices are futile. The market is dynamic and ever-changing; the environment can shift on a dime, so don&rsquo;t get attached to a one-year playbook. Focusing on quarterly trends is a better approach.
I have a few items I&rsquo;m monitoring for Q1, listed in no particular order. These are not recommendations, just observations.
Economic Landscape
As of the end of December, the FOMC updated its Summary of Economic Projections (SEP), making key adjustments:
<ul>
<li>Core PCE projections for 2025 were revised upward from 2.2% to 2.5%.</li>
<li>Real GDP growth was adjusted from 2.0% to 2.1%.</li>
<li>The number of anticipated rate cuts for 2025 was reduced by one&nbsp;25-basis-point cut, down from four cuts projected in September to 2 cuts for the year.</li>
</ul>
The 10-year Treasury yield has moved higher since the first rate cut, alongside the U.S. Dollar Index ($DXY)&mdash;and rightly so. Economic data remains robust, with Real GDP continuing to exceed 2.5%, the Unemployment Rate holding steady at around 4.2%, and the Labor Participation Rate stabilizing at approximately 62.5% throughout the year.
Labor Market
For Q1, continued stability in initial claims is expected due to the high frequency of the data. In contrast, monthly BLS data&mdash;and even more delayed revisions&mdash;will likely have less market influence. Instead, the market will focus on high-frequency data and dismiss monthly payroll data, especially prior-month revisions, given the optimistic business landscape following Donald Trump&rsquo;s election.
The Philly Fed provides a valuable report that models preliminary non-farm employment change data (reflected in monthly Non-Farm Payrolls) and uses comprehensive datasets from the BLS Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW) to produce an Early Benchmark indicator. This indicator reflects potential overestimation or underestimation of non-farm payrolls for each state. Unfortunately, the Early Benchmark indicator shows that total Non-Farm Payrolls have been overestimated. This aligns with the aggressive downward revision reported this year of 818,000 jobs from April 2023 through March 2024. The final revision will be released in February, alongside the January Labor Report.
The market may not feel significant labor pressure until the Unemployment Rate reaches 4.5&ndash;4.6%. While this may be a tall order for Q1 based on current trends preliminary data, it becomes more plausible by Q2 of 2025 after revisions and census data updates.
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Source:&nbsp;The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia
Liquefied Natural Gas
Just like in 2024, I am optimistic about the longer-term vision on liquefied natural gas. For those who may not know, liquified natural gas is natural gas that is cooled at -260 degrees Fahrenheit, which requires special equipment to complete the process and to also transport liquified natural gas in the form of exports to other countries. The reason LNG has gained enthusiasm over the last several years is the result of diminishing natural gas flows from Russia to Europe due to the Russia/Ukraine war, and also its ability to scale to make it more efficient to transport natural gas, in which the United States has an abundance of and in some cases we flare off excess (burn off) supplies of natural gas because it does not make it economical to capture and transport through pipelines.
With the change in Presidential administrations, the expectation is for expedited permitting and favorable regulations for the energy market as a whole, but for LNG, there might be a special focus around this industry because of its geopolitical implications. It is one of the bigger economic levers the U.S. may use over the coming months and years. Right now, LNG is still relatively expensive, and that is the result of a lack of infrastructure and tanker availability as LNG requires special tankers to transport the commodity. Infrastructure plays around LNG may be in the spotlight for Q1.
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Source: EIA
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Source: EIA
Several companies with LNG exposure (Not a recommendation):
<ul>
<li>Cheniere Energy (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/lng#NYSE">LNG</a>): Cheniere Energy is the leading U.S. producer and exporter of LNG, operating major liquefaction facilities at Sabine Pass and Corpus Christi. Its robust infrastructure and long-term contracts position it as a critical player in the global LNG supply chain.</li>
<li>TotalEnergies SE (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/tte#NYSE">TTE</a>): TotalEnergies is a global energy giant with significant investments in LNG production, trading, and infrastructure, including projects like the Arctic LNG venture. Its diversified portfolio highlights its commitment to LNG as a cleaner energy alternative.</li>
<li>Golar LNG Limited (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/glng#NASDAQ">GLNG</a>): Golar LNG is a pioneer in Floating LNG (FLNG) technology and operates LNG carriers, enabling efficient liquefaction, storage, and transportation. The company&#39;s innovative solutions offer flexibility and cost savings in the LNG value chain.</li>
<li>Chevron (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/cvx#NYSE">CVX</a>): Chevron has extensive LNG operations, particularly in Australia with the Gorgon and Wheatstone projects, which supply LNG to global markets. Its LNG ventures align with its strategy to meet rising global energy demands with lower carbon solutions.</li>
<li>Exxon Mobil (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/xom#NYSE">XOM</a>): ExxonMobil is a major player in LNG with projects in Qatar, Papua New Guinea, and Mozambique, contributing to its role as a key supplier of cleaner-burning fuel. The company&rsquo;s LNG operations are integral to its global energy portfolio and sustainability efforts.</li>
<li>Baker Hughes (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/bkr#NYSE">BKR</a>): Baker Hughes provides critical equipment and services for LNG projects, including turbo-machinery and gas technology for liquefaction and transportation. Its expertise supports the development and operation of LNG facilities worldwide.</li>
<li>Honeywell International Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/hon#NASDAQ">HON</a>) Honeywell provides advanced technologies and equipment essential for LNG facilities, including control systems and automation solutions. In 2024, Honeywell announced its acquisition of Air Products&#39; LNG technology and equipment division for $1.81 billion, enhancing its LNG pretreatment portfolio.</li>
<li>KBR, Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/kbr#NYSE">KBR</a>) KBR offers engineering, procurement, and construction services, with significant experience in LNG projects, including liquefaction and regasification facilities. KBR is recognized as a leading company in the LNG infrastructure market.</li>
</ul>
The infrastructure plays, the bottom-up players may see tailwinds in Q1, like Baker Hughes, KBR, and Honeywell (even though LNG exposure may only be 5% of total revenue mix).
Copper
Pressure on key industrial metals like copper and silver persists as we begin the year, driven by the lackluster performance of China&#39;s expansion story throughout 2024. However, rhetoric from China continues to intensify, and if actions align with these statements, the &quot;China trade&quot; could gain traction by Q2 this year.
Copper was a notable trade last year, but prices have since pulled back as China has shifted to becoming a temporary net exporter of finished copper. This transition is driven by the ongoing expansion of smelting operations, even though copper ore remains in a structural supply deficit. The market anticipates the reopening of key mining operations in the second half of the year. While this potential supply increase may already be priced in, a price ceiling could persist if China does not significantly ramp up domestic consumption.
China accounts for approximately 55% of global refined copper consumption, so any bullish narrative around copper must be supported by increased domestic demand. Copper price action and global inventory levels should be closely monitored, as they are likely to serve as early indicators of progress in the China stimulus narrative.
It is important to note that while refined copper supply is currently in surplus, copper ore remains in a structural supply deficit. The physical market will need to work through the oversupply of refined copper before structural price support can emerge.
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Source: ING Research
I expect the China narrative to gain traction by the end of Q1, with stronger momentum building into Q2. While price advances may be short-lived, a risk/reward trade could materialize for those patient enough to await the move, with resistance near the 2024 highs around $4.70. The 200-week SMA and 100-week SMA have converged, forming a potential support area. In the event of a structural break lower, $3.70 may act as a key support level.
The MACD is currently bearish but may begin to flatten if the $4.00 level holds. A bullish crossover of the 12 EMA above the 26 EMA on the weekly chart could serve as a bullish signal for the market.
Remember, there are other China-exposed equity trades that may relate to this early economic signal. Companies typically do not preannounce a ramp-up in commodity orders&mdash;they simply act when the timing is appropriate.
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Silver
The silver market saw impressive activity in 2024 as it was leveraged to complement the strong move in gold and to gain exposure to the A.I. trade. Silver is used in approximately 90% of all electronics in one form or another, so the increasing demand for high-powered A.I. infrastructure products, such as GPUs and server technology, could serve as a significant tailwind for the metal. However, consumer electronics demand has been lagging since the post-COVID era, creating some slack in demand for this precious and industrial metal.
Many analysts are optimistic about a refresh cycle for consumer electronics, including cellphones and laptops. If this refresh narrative materializes in the second half of the year, silver could be a major beneficiary. That said, silver is also considered an inflationary hedge. The China growth narrative will play a critical role in silver&rsquo;s ability to sustain a bullish trend. However, if slack persists in Asia-Pacific markets and there is a marginal slowdown in the U.S., silver could face downward pricing pressure.
Fundamentally, the market remains in a physical deficit when considering ETF holdings. Modest silver production growth is expected in 2025, alongside industrial demand growth projected in the high single digits. A potential price decline would likely result from a global economic slowdown. Given these dynamics, coupled with pent-up optimism around China&rsquo;s expansion and expectations for sticky Q1 U.S. inflation data&mdash;especially in energy commodities like natural gas&mdash;silver may still have room to run.
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Traders should continue to rely on technical analysis, with the weekly MACD serving as a primary guide. Key bullish and bearish signals can be identified through MACD crosses: a 12 EMA crossing above the 26 EMA indicates a bullish trend, while a 12 EMA crossing below the 26 EMA signals a bearish trend.
Support for silver futures (/SI) currently lies at $24.50-$25, with resistance at $32. Any break above $32, accompanied by volume exceeding the 10-week average by 20%, should be taken seriously as a potential breakout signal. A weakening U.S. Dollar, driven by weaker domestic economic data alongside sticky inflation, may also act as a tailwind for silver in Q1. However, at present, the U.S. Dollar Index ($DXY) does not appear to be weakening anytime soon.
Crude Oil
It should come as no surprise that petroleum markets experienced lackluster performance during the last quarter of 2024. Global demand has softened, with slack evident in the Asian markets, particularly in India and China, as well as a lack of industrial activity in Germany. This has prompted leading industry agencies, including OPEC and the IEA, to revise their petroleum demand outlooks for 2024 and 2025.
OPEC+ continues to delay adding production to the market due to concerns over weak pricing support. In 2025, it should be expected that any sustainable price advances in oil will be met with increased supply, limiting the potential for sustained bullish trends unless there are logistical disruptions caused by geopolitical risks.
That being said, Q1&mdash;particularly January&mdash;may present the best window of opportunity for bulls. The first three weeks of the year are likely to see a meaningful drop in refiner utilization rates due to scheduled maintenance. Additionally, harsh winter weather, such as &quot;Arctic blasts,&quot; could disrupt production in regions like the Bakken, affecting both extraction and pipeline operations.
The China stimulus narrative could also act as a bullish catalyst for energy markets in the first quarter. Furthermore, the early months of the Trump administration may bring headlines about favorable policies aimed at incentivizing exploration and infrastructure spending. However, it is important to note that a &quot;drill, baby, drill&quot; approach is not inherently bullish for prices. Instead, it could constrain additional investment as energy companies prioritize profitability over production.
It is also expected that China will continue to expand its oil and natural gas import relationship with Russia, potentially reducing its demand for global supplies.
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Given the current fundamental backdrop, WTI crude oil is likely to trade within a range of $67-$75. Any geopolitical risk involving Iran, including greater enforcement of economic sanctions, could add a $2-$4 premium to prices. For the year, any break below $63 may result in crude oil hitting the mid $50 level. The 200-week SMA continues to be a key area of resistance at $80.
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Management

KBR Appoints Byron Bright As COO

On December 17, 2024, General Lester L. Lyles notified KBR of his decision to retire from service on KBR's Board of Directors, effective as of the conclusion of KBR's 2025 annual meeting of stockholders.&nbsp;
General Lyles has served on the Board since 2007 and has served as Chair of the Board since 2019. General Lyles' retirement from the Board was not due to any disagreement with KBR on any matter relating to KBR's operations, policies or practices.&nbsp;
As a result of General Lyles' retirement, the Board has reduced its size from ten members to nine members, also effective as of the conclusion of the 2025 Annual Meeting.

KBR Says Board Appointed Its President And CEO Stuart Bradie To Serve As Chair Effective Immediately Upon Conclusion Of General Lyles' Current Term As A Director

KBR Says Byron Bright Would Be Appointed To The Position Of COO, Effective May 2025 - Filing

KBR Says Its Its Ammonia Technology Has Been Selected By KazAzot For Kazakhstan Fertilizer Complex

KBR Awarded $88M Task Order to DeliverPrototyping Solutions fFr Naval Aviation Platforms At Patuxent River

KBR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KBR#NYSE">KBR</a>) announced it has been awarded an estimated $445 million cost-plus-fixed-fee contract under the Department of Defense Information Analysis Center's (DoD IAC) multiple-award contract (MAC) vehicle. These DoD IAC MAC task orders are awarded by the U.S. Air Force's 774th Enterprise Sourcing Squadron to develop and create new knowledge for the enhancement of the DTIC repository and the R&amp;D and S&amp;T community. This recompete for the Joint Mission Environment Test Capability (JMETC) program supports the Office of the Secretary of Defense's Test Resource Management Center (TRMC). The work will be performed over a period of five years across multiple DoD locations.
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Regulations

KBR Awarded 5-Year $445M Contract to Support US Air Force R&D Efforts

KBR Inks Pact With AMUFERT For The Development Of A New Ammonia Plant In Soyo, Angola

The most oversold stocks in the industrials sector presents an opportunity to buy into undervalued companies.
The RSI is a momentum indicator, which compares a stock&#8217;s strength on days when prices go up to its strength on days when prices go down. When compared to a stock&#8217;s price action, it can give traders a better sense of how a stock may perform in the short term. An asset is typically considered oversold when the<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/rsi"> RSI is below 30</a>, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Here's the latest list of major oversold players in this sector, having an RSI near or below 30.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">BingEx Ltd (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLX#NASDAQ">FLX</a>)</h3>
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<li>On Oct. 4, BingEx announced the pricing of $66 million initial public offering of 4 million ADSs at a price of $16.50 per ADS. The company's stock fell around 40% over the past month and has a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FLX">52-week low of $8.04</a>.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 27.38&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>FLX Price Action: Shares of BingEx fell 1.5% to close at $8.71 on Tuesday.</li>
<li>Benzinga Pro's real-time newsfeed alerted to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent112024&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">latest FLX news</a>. </li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Brinks Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BCO#NYSE">BCO</a>)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</h3>
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<li>On Nov. 6, Brink&#8217;s posted weaker-than-expected quarterly results. The company's stock fell around 14% over the past month and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BCO">has a 52-week low </a> of $76.93.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 25.00</li>
<li>BCO Price Action: Shares of Brinks gained 0.5% to close at $91.76 on Tuesday.</li>
<li>Benzinga Pro&#8217;s charting tool helped identify the trend in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent112024&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">BCO stock</a>. </li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">KBR Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KBR#NYSE">KBR</a>)</h3>
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<li>On Oct. 23, KBR posted in-line quarterly earnings. &#8220;KBR&#8217;s exceptional team has once again exceeded expectations with outstanding third-quarter results,&#8221; stated Stuart Bradie, KBR&#8217;s President and CEO. The company's stock fell around 17% over the past five days and has a 52-week <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KBR">low of $50.45</a>.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 27.09</li>
<li>KBR Price Action: Shares of KBR gained 0.2% to close at $58.29 on Tuesday.</li>
<li>Benzinga Pro&#8217;s signals feature notified of a potential <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent112024&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">breakout in KBR shares</a>. </li>
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The industrial sector is set for growth due to the expansion of manufacturing activities and the adoption of advanced technologies. Hence, investors might consider adding industrial stocks, WESCO International (WCC), KBR, Inc. (KBR), and Berry Global Group (BERY). Read more… The industrial sector is poised to benefit significantly from the ongoing manufacturing resurgence driven by economic growth, industrialization, and advancements in technology. Given this backdrop, it could be wise to invest in fundamentally strong industrial stocks, WESCO International, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/WCC/">WCC</a>), KBR, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/KBR/">KBR</a>), and Berry Global Group, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/BERY/">BERY</a>).
The expansion of manufacturing activities in emerging economies, the rise of Industry 4.0, and the increasing adoption of automation are the primary factors driving the industrial equipment market growth. The global industrial equipment market is expected to grow at a <a href="https://www.cognitivemarketresearch.com/list/machinery-%26-equipment/industrial-equipment?srsltid=AfmBOop9vQn-zIyi-uc0Fu_2x1KW0B7sG1VmhLOKso7WYKoAoMfTOYQQ">CAGR of 4.2%</a> by 2031. Additionally, the global industrial services market is expected to expand at a <a href="https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Market-Reports/industrial-services-market-209335409.html">CAGR of 8.6%</a> by 2028.
Additionally, the industrial packaging market is expected to grow owing to the generating trends in the packaging industry, including digital printing and customized packaging. In addition, the rising demand for <a href="https://www.precedenceresearch.com/industrial-packaging-market">sustainable and reusable packaging solutions</a> from the electronics industry is another factor to supplement the overall growth of the industrial packaging market. 
So, let us dive deep into the fundamentals of three industrial stocks.
WESCO International, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/WCC/">WCC</a>)
WCC provides business-to-business distribution, logistics services, and supply chain solutions in the United States, Canada, and internationally. It operates through three segments: Electrical &amp; Electronic Solutions (EES); Communications &amp; Security Solutions (CSS); and Utility and Broadband Solutions (UBS).
On December 6, WCC announced it had completed its purchase of Ascent, a privately held company headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, and a premier provider of data center facility management services. WCC previously announced its plan to acquire Ascent for a cash-free, debt-free purchase price of $185 million on October 31.
The stock's trailing-12-month ROTC of 7.57% is 7.1% higher than the industry average of 7.07%. Similarly, its 1.43x trailing-12-month asset turnover ratio is 83.5% above the industry average of 0.78x.
WCC's net sales were reported at $16.32 billion during the third quarter that ended September 30, 2024. The company's income from operations came in at $922.10 million. Net income came in at $553.50 million and $10.02 per share.
Street expects WCC's revenue and EPS for the fiscal first quarter ending March 2026 to be $5.43 billion and $3.15, respectively.
The stock has gained 14.1% over the past year to close the last trading session at $198.54.
WCC's strong fundamentals are reflected in its <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a>. The stock has an overall rating of B, which translates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 different factors, each weighted to an optimal degree.
WCC has a B grade for Value. It is ranked #29 out of 89 stocks in the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/industrial-equipment/">Industrial - Equipment</a> industry. <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/WCC/">Click here</a> to access the other WCC ratings for Growth, Momentum, Stability, Sentiment, and Quality.
KBR, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/KBR/">KBR</a>)
KBR provides scientific, technology, and engineering solutions to governments and commercial customers globally. It operates in the Government Solutions and Sustainable Technology Solutions segments. It offers life-cycle support solutions to defense, intelligence, space, aviation, and other programs and missions for military and other government agencies.
The stock's trailing-12-month levered FCF margin of 7.89% is 15.3% higher than the industry average of 6.84%. Similarly, its 20.87% trailing-12-month ROCE is 52.9% above the industry average of 13.65%.
KBR's revenues increased 10% year-over-year to $1.95 billion for the third quarter that ended September 27, 2024. The company's <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/o/operatingincome.asp">operating income</a> grew 17.7% from the year-ago value to $173 million. Net income attributable to KBR came in at $100 million, and its adjusted EPS rose 12% from the prior year's quarter to $0.84.
Analysts expect KBR's revenue for the fourth quarter (ended December 2024) to grow 15.9% year-over-year to $2 billion. The consensus EPS estimate of $0.82 for the same period indicates an increase of 19.2% year-over-year.
The stock has gained 11.3% over the past year to close the last trading session at $59.36.
KBR's bright prospects are reflected in its POWR Ratings. The stock has an overall rating of B, equating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
KBR has an A grade for Momentum and a B for Growth and Value. It is ranked #13 out of 79 stocks in the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/industrial-services/">Industrial - Services</a> industry.
In addition to the POWR Ratings we've stated above, we also have KBR ratings for Stability, Quality, and Sentiment. Get all KBR ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/KBR/">here</a>.
Berry Global Group, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/BERY/">BERY</a>)
BERY manufactures and supplies products in consumer and industrial end markets in the United States, Canada, Europe, and internationally. The company offers closures and dispensing systems, pharmaceutical devices and packaging, bottles and canisters, containers, and technical components. 
The stock's trailing-12-month levered FCF margin of 6.97% is 36.1% higher than the industry average of 5.12%. Similarly, its 5.49% trailing-12-month ROTC is 12.6% above the industry average of 4.87%.
For the fiscal 2024 fourth quarter that ended September 28, 2024, BERY's net sales increased 2.6% year-over-year to $3.17 billion. Its operating income came in at $269 million. The company's net income came in at $148 million, while net income per share stood at $1.26.
Street expects BERY's revenue and EPS for the first quarter ended December 2024 to be $2.36 billion and $1.01, respectively. Moreover, the company topped the consensus EPS estimates in three of the four trailing quarters.
Shares of BERY have surged 5.9% over the past month, closing the last trading session at $68.46.
BERY's POWR Ratings reflect its bright outlook. The stock has an overall rating of B, which translates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system. 
BERY has a B grade for Value and Growth. It is ranked #4 out of 19 stocks in the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/industrial-packaging/">Industrial - Packaging</a> industry. <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/BERY/">Click here</a> to see the additional ratings for BERY (Stability, Sentiment, Quality, and Momentum).
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WCC shares were trading at $199.69 per share on Wednesday afternoon, up $1.15 (+0.58%). Year-to-date, WCC has gained 10.35%, versus a 3.65% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
<hr><div style="clear:both;"></div> <h2>About the Author: Nidhi Agarwal</h2> <img src='https:/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Nidhi-Agarwal_Headshot-3.jpg' style="float:left; padding:5px;width:125px;">Nidhi is passionate about the capital market and wealth management, which led her to pursue a career as an investment analyst. She holds a bachelor's degree in finance and marketing and is pursuing the CFA program.

Her fundamental approach to analyzing stocks helps investors identify the best investment opportunities.<a href="https://stocknews.com/authors/?author=nidhi-agarwal">More...</a>The post <a href=https://stocknews.com/news/wcc-kbr-bery-3-industrial-stocks-flying-under-the-radar/>3 Industrial Stocks Flying Under the Radar</a> appeared first on <a href=https://stocknews.com/>StockNews.com</a>

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