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Rockwell Automation Inc (ROK) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Rockwell Automation Inc stock (ROK) is currently trading at $360.65. Rockwell Automation Inc PE ratio is 41.33. Rockwell Automation Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 4.74. Analyst consensus price target for ROK is $431.01. WallStSmart rates ROK as Hold.

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ROK

Rockwell Automation Inc

NYSEINDUSTRIALS
$360.65
$0.58 (-0.16%)
52W$211.75
$437.20
Target$431.01+19.5%

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ROK Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Rockwell Automation Inc (ROK)

Margin of Safety
+0.6%
Fair Value
ROK Fair Value
$409.03
Graham Formula
Current Price
$360.65
$48.38 below fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $409.03
Overvalued
Price $360.65
Graham IV $409.03
Analyst $431.01

ROK is trading near its Graham intrinsic value of $409.03, suggesting the stock is reasonably priced at current levels.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

Rockwell Automation Inc (ROK) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in market cap, return on equity, eps growth. Concerns around price/book. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

Rockwell Automation Inc (ROK) Key Strengths (4)

Avg Score: 9.5/10
EPS GrowthGrowth
67.10%10/10

Earnings per share surging 67.10% year-over-year

Institutional Own.Quality
88.16%10/10

88.16% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Market CapQuality
$40.61B9/10

Large-cap company with substantial market presence

Return on EquityProfitability
23.70%9/10

Every $100 of equity generates $24 in profit

Rockwell Automation Inc (ROK) Areas to Watch (6)

Avg Score: 5.0/10
Price/BookValuation
10.832/10

Very expensive at 10.8x book value

Price/SalesValuation
4.744/10

Premium valuation at 4.7x annual revenue

PEG RatioValuation
1.986/10

Growth is fairly priced, not cheap, not expensive

Operating MarginProfitability
17.50%6/10

Decent operational efficiency, solid but not exceptional

Revenue GrowthGrowth
11.90%6/10

Solid revenue growth at 11.90% per year

Profit MarginProfitability
11.60%6/10

Decent profitability, keeps $12 per $100 revenue

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
41.33
Overvalued
Forward P/E
29.94
Premium
Trailing P/E
41.33
Overvalued

Rockwell Automation Inc (ROK) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 65/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 4 register as strengths (avg 9.5/10) while 6 fall into concern territory (avg 5.0/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on EPS Growth, Institutional Own., Market Cap. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 23.70%. Growth metrics are encouraging with EPS Growth at 67.10%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Price/Book, Price/Sales, PEG Ratio. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.98), Price/Sales (4.74), Price/Book (10.83) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 11.90%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Operating Margin at 17.50%, Profit Margin at 11.60%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Price/Book improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 23.70% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 11.90% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (EPS Growth, Institutional Own.) and negatives (Price/Book, Price/Sales). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

ROK Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

ROK's Price-to-Sales ratio of 4.74x trades 105% above its historical average of 2.31x (97th percentile), historically expensive. The current valuation is 5% below its historical high of 4.97x set in Mar 2026, and 830% above its historical low of 0.51x in Feb 2009.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Rockwell Automation Inc (ROK) · INDUSTRIALSSPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY

The Big Picture

Rockwell Automation Inc operates as a stable business with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. Revenue reached 8.6B with 12% growth year-over-year. Profit margins of 11.6% are healthy, with room for further expansion as the business scales.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 2370.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 170M in free cash flow and 234M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

What to Watch Next

Margin expansion: can Rockwell Automation Inc push profit margins above 15% as the business scales?

Volatility is elevated with a beta of 1.52, so expect amplified moves relative to the broader market.

Sector dynamics: monitor SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Rockwell Automation Inc.

Bottom Line

Rockwell Automation Inc offers stability with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. The valuation may present an opportunity for patient investors, though limited growth means returns will likely come from dividends and modest capital appreciation rather than explosive gains.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Insider Transactions(76 last 3 months)

Total Buys
20
Total Sells
56
Feb 17, 2026(1 transaction)
BUTTERMORE, ROBERT L.
SVP,Chief Supply Chain Officer
Sell
Shares
-204

Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings

Last updated: 8:24:12 AM

About Rockwell Automation Inc(ROK)

Exchange

NYSE

Sector

INDUSTRIALS

Industry

SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY

Country

USA

Rockwell Automation, Inc. is an American provider of industrial automation and information technology. Its brands include Allen-Bradley and Factory Talk software.