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Key Takeaways NVT's power utilities business grew double digits in Q2, driven by rising power and data center needs.Infrastructure reached nearly 60% of NVT's first-half sales as the company boosts capacity for key markets.Grid modernization, aging infrastructure and AI-driven power demand could support NVT's long-term growth. nVent Electric (NVT - Free Report) is seeing strong demand in its power utilities business as electricity needs continue to rise. Power utilities grew double digits in the second quarter of 2026. Management said the growth is being supported by rising electricity demand, an aging grid and higher power requirements from data centers. The company expects power utilities to remain an important part of its infrastructure growth opportunity.

The growing use of AI is adding another source of demand. Due to rising computing needs, AI data centers require more power, which is leading to rising investment in power infrastructure. NVT serves utilities directly as well as through distribution partners. The company sees opportunities in engineered buildings and other infrastructure used around data centers as well. This gives the company an opportunity to benefit from higher power demand beyond its direct data center business.

NVT has been increasing its exposure to infrastructure, with data centers and power utilities as key areas of focus. Infrastructure accounted for nearly 60% of sales in the first half of 2026 compared with 45% in 2025. The company expects to spend about $130 million on capital expenditures in 2026, up 40% year over year. Most of the higher investment is going toward capacity for data centers, power utilities and supply-chain resilience.

The power utilities business could therefore provide NVT with another source of growth as electricity demand increases. Grid modernization and the aging power grid also support the long-term opportunity. Management said it is planning ahead with customers and suppliers to make sure it can support both markets. With double-digit power utility growth already visible and continued investment in infrastructure, the business could become an increasingly important growth driver for NVT.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for nVent Electric’s 2026 and 2027 revenues indicates year-over-year growth of 39.96% and 18.14%, respectively.

How Do Competitors Fare Against NVTnVent Electric competes with companies like Amphenol Corporation (APH - Free Report) and Hubbell (HUBB - Free Report) in the electrical infrastructure and equipment market.

Amphenol offers high-speed and power interconnect solutions through its IT Datacom business. The company is benefiting from the rapid expansion of AI data centers, particularly through rising demand for high-speed connectivity, optics and power interconnect products. In its second quarter of 2026, Amphenol’s IT datacom sales grew 63% organically year over year, on strong AI-related demand. Further, management expects another mid-teens sequential increase in the third quarter of 2026, buoyed by strong demand for high-speed copper, fiber-optic and power solutions as AI systems become more complex.

In June 2026, Hubbell completed the acquisition of NSI Industries, a key manufacturer and supplier of electrical products. The acquisition is expected to strengthen Hubbell’s offerings in areas such as light industrial, data center and network infrastructure applications. Here, electrification trends are expected to support Hubbell's growth across the electrical industry, and the acquisition will help Hubbell expand its portfolio of infrastructure-related products for its electrical and utility customers.

NVT's Price Performance, Valuation & EstimatesShares of nVent Electric have surged 45.3% year to date against the Zacks Electronics - Miscellaneous Components industry’s decline of 20%.

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From a valuation standpoint, nVent Electric trades at a forward price-to-sales ratio of 3.92X, higher than the industry’s average of 3.59X. NVT has a Value Score of D.

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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for nVent Electric’s 2026 and 2027 earnings per share (EPS) implies year-over-year growth of 53.1% and 24.5%, respectively. EPS estimates for 2026 and 2027 have been revised upward by 7.3% and 5.3%, respectively, over the past 30 days.

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nVent Electric currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

nVent Electric PLC (NYSE:NVT – Get Free Report) has received an average recommendation of “Buy” from the seventeen analysts that are presently covering the company, MarketBeat.com reports. Fourteen investment analysts have rated the stock with a buy recommendation and three have assigned a strong buy recommendation to the company. The average 12-month price target among analysts that have issued a report on the stock in the last year is $199.8571.

NVT has been the subject of several research analyst reports. Citigroup boosted their price objective on shares of nVent Electric from $203.00 to $215.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research report on Monday, August 3rd. Wall Street Zen raised nVent Electric from a “buy” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a research note on Sunday, June 21st. UBS Group restated a “buy” rating on shares of nVent Electric in a research report on Tuesday, August 25th. Zacks Research raised nVent Electric from a “hold” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a research note on Monday, May 4th. Finally, Seaport Research Partners reiterated a “buy” rating and issued a $215.00 price target on shares of nVent Electric in a report on Monday, August 3rd.

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nVent Electric Stock Performance nVent Electric stock opened at $149.00 on Monday. The stock has a 50-day simple moving average of $159.15 and a 200 day simple moving average of $146.02. The stock has a market capitalization of $24.12 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 40.71, a P/E/G ratio of 1.25 and a beta of 1.37. The company has a quick ratio of 1.33, a current ratio of 1.80 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.37. nVent Electric has a 12-month low of $87.16 and a 12-month high of $184.64. nVent Electric (NYSE:NVT – Get Free Report) last posted its quarterly earnings data on Friday, July 31st. The company reported $1.45 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.16 by $0.29. nVent Electric had a net margin of 12.38% and a return on equity of 18.85%. The firm had revenue of $1.47 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $1.26 billion. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $0.86 EPS. The company’s quarterly revenue was up 52.8% compared to the same quarter last year. nVent Electric has set its Q3 2026 guidance at 1.350-1.380 EPS and its FY 2026 guidance at 5.000-5.100 EPS. On average, research analysts anticipate that nVent Electric will post 5.13 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

nVent Electric declared that its board has initiated a share repurchase plan on Saturday, May 16th that allows the company to buyback $500.00 million in outstanding shares. This buyback authorization allows the company to repurchase up to 1.8% of its stock through open market purchases. Stock buyback plans are generally an indication that the company’s management believes its stock is undervalued.

Insider Activity In other news, CAO Randolph A. Wacker sold 22,525 shares of nVent Electric stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, August 5th. The shares were sold at an average price of $164.62, for a total transaction of $3,708,065.50. Following the completion of the sale, the chief accounting officer owned 27,441 shares in the company, valued at $4,517,337.42. The trade was a 45.08% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through this link. Also, CEO Beth Wozniak sold 46,261 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, August 5th. The stock was sold at an average price of $164.42, for a total transaction of $7,606,233.62. Following the sale, the chief executive officer directly owned 55,612 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $9,143,725.04. This trade represents a 45.41% decrease in their ownership of the stock. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. In the last quarter, insiders have sold 74,644 shares of company stock valued at $12,276,886. 1.70% of the stock is currently owned by insiders.

Institutional Inflows and Outflows A number of large investors have recently made changes to their positions in NVT. Elevation Wealth Partners LLC grew its stake in shares of nVent Electric by 554.5% during the second quarter. Elevation Wealth Partners LLC now owns 216 shares of the company’s stock worth $37,000 after purchasing an additional 183 shares during the period. Financial Consulate Inc. increased its holdings in nVent Electric by 1,431.2% in the second quarter. Financial Consulate Inc. now owns 245 shares of the company’s stock valued at $42,000 after purchasing an additional 229 shares during the last quarter. Manchester Capital Management LLC lifted its stake in nVent Electric by 128.1% in the fourth quarter. Manchester Capital Management LLC now owns 308 shares of the company’s stock valued at $31,000 after buying an additional 173 shares during the period. Cullen Frost Bankers Inc. acquired a new position in nVent Electric in the fourth quarter valued at about $32,000. Finally, Elyxium Wealth LLC bought a new position in nVent Electric during the fourth quarter worth about $36,000. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 90.05% of the company’s stock.

About nVent Electric (Get Free Report)

nVent Electric PLC is a global manufacturer of electrical connection, protection and thermal management solutions. The company designs, engineers and produces a broad portfolio of products aimed at enhancing safety, reliability and performance in electrical systems across a variety of industries. Its core offerings include electrical enclosures, heat tracing systems, grounding and bonding products, cable management, and fastening solutions. nVent serves markets such as commercial and industrial construction, oil and gas, telecommunications, data centers, utilities, and renewable energy.

The company’s electrical enclosures and housing solutions protect sensitive components from environmental hazards, while its Raychem brand heat tracing products provide freeze protection and temperature maintenance for critical piping and equipment.

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Leading manufacturer of engineered power distribution and infrastructure solutions for data centersBroadens nVent’s exposure to the high-growth infrastructure vertical, particularly in data centers, with a power distribution platform, complementing nVent’s data center offeringsExpands nVent’s offerings for new power architectures and system-level solutions and services for data centersExpect transaction to be accretive to adjusted EPS in the first year after completing the transaction LONDON, Aug. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- nVent Electric plc (NYSE: NVT) (“nVent”), a global leader in electrical connection and protection solutions, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Maverick Power for a purchase price of $1.75 billion, subject to customary adjustments. The transaction also includes the potential additional consideration of up to $550 million in cash based on achieving certain performance metrics in 2027 and 2028. Maverick Power is a leading manufacturer of engineered power distribution and infrastructure solutions for data centers.

The acquisition of Maverick Power strengthens nVent’s position in the high-growth infrastructure vertical, particularly data centers. It will add a power distribution platform to nVent’s portfolio, complementing nVent’s data center offerings. Additionally, it will expand nVent’s offerings for new power architectures and system-level solutions and services for data centers.

“Maverick Power is a great fit for nVent and aligns with our strategy to focus on the high-growth infrastructure vertical,” said nVent Chair and CEO Beth Wozniak. “Maverick Power brings strong power distribution expertise and broadens our offerings to data center customers. We look forward to welcoming the Maverick Power team to nVent and together inventing the electrified future.”

Maverick Power President and CEO, Tom Currier added, “This is a significant milestone for our company, and we are thrilled to be joining nVent. nVent's strategy, culture, focus on people and customer-first approach are highly complementary to ours. Together, we will deliver a broader power and cooling portfolio for data center customers.”

Maverick Power is a leading North American provider of engineered power distribution and infrastructure solutions, including low-voltage switchgear and switchboards, medium-voltage switchgear, integrated modular solutions, and services.

Headquartered in McKinney, Texas, Maverick Power has approximately 900 employees in Texas and Arizona, with estimated 2026 revenues to be approximately $700 million. The business has a strong backlog and future demand visibility.

nVent expects the acquisition to be accretive to adjusted earnings per share in the first year following completion of the transaction.

The effective enterprise value multiple based on the $1.75 billion purchase price is approximately 11.5 times anticipated 2026 adjusted EBITDA. When adjusted for the present value of expected tax benefits the 2026 adjusted EBITDA multiple is approximately 10.5 times. nVent’s financial returns on the acquisition are expected to be significantly better if the potential additional considerations are paid.

The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approval. nVent expects to fund the acquisition with a combination of available cash on hand and new debt.

Foley & Lardner LLP is providing legal counsel to nVent in connection with the transaction. Bank of America is providing nVent with committed bridge financing for the transaction.

ABOUT NVENT

nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high-performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

nVent, CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE are trademarks owned or licensed by nVent Services GmbH or its affiliates.
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Empowered Funds LLC grew its position in shares of nVent Electric PLC (NYSE:NVT – Free Report) by 198.2% during the first quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 6,689 shares of the company’s stock after acquiring an additional 4,446 shares during the quarter. Empowered Funds LLC’s holdings in nVent Electric were worth $791,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

A number of other hedge funds have also recently bought and sold shares of the company. Manchester Capital Management LLC raised its holdings in shares of nVent Electric by 128.1% in the fourth quarter. Manchester Capital Management LLC now owns 308 shares of the company’s stock valued at $31,000 after purchasing an additional 173 shares during the last quarter. Cullen Frost Bankers Inc. purchased a new position in nVent Electric during the fourth quarter worth about $32,000. Advisory Services Network LLC purchased a new position in nVent Electric during the third quarter worth about $35,000. Elyxium Wealth LLC bought a new stake in nVent Electric in the 4th quarter worth about $36,000. Finally, Headlands Technologies LLC grew its position in nVent Electric by 522.9% in the 2nd quarter. Headlands Technologies LLC now owns 517 shares of the company’s stock worth $38,000 after purchasing an additional 434 shares in the last quarter. 90.05% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

Insider Activity at nVent Electric In other nVent Electric news, CAO Randolph A. Wacker sold 22,525 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Wednesday, August 5th. The stock was sold at an average price of $164.62, for a total value of $3,708,065.50. Following the completion of the sale, the chief accounting officer directly owned 27,441 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $4,517,337.42. This trade represents a 45.08% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which is available through this link. Also, CEO Beth Wozniak sold 46,261 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction on Wednesday, August 5th. The shares were sold at an average price of $164.42, for a total value of $7,606,233.62. Following the completion of the sale, the chief executive officer owned 55,612 shares in the company, valued at approximately $9,143,725.04. The trade was a 45.41% decrease in their ownership of the stock. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. Over the last quarter, insiders have sold 74,644 shares of company stock worth $12,276,886. Insiders own 1.70% of the company’s stock.

Analysts Set New Price Targets Several equities research analysts have commented on NVT shares. Weiss Ratings upgraded shares of nVent Electric from a “hold (c+)” rating to a “buy (b-)” rating in a research note on Monday, August 3rd. Roth Capital restated a “buy” rating and issued a $195.00 target price on shares of nVent Electric in a research note on Monday, August 3rd. Wolfe Research reaffirmed an “outperform” rating and issued a $191.00 target price on shares of nVent Electric in a report on Thursday, July 9th. Barclays increased their price target on nVent Electric from $150.00 to $190.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research report on Monday, May 4th. Finally, Sanford C. Bernstein set a $220.00 price target on nVent Electric in a report on Thursday, July 9th. Three analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating and fourteen have assigned a Buy rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat, nVent Electric currently has an average rating of “Buy” and an average price target of $198.79. Read Our Latest Analysis on nVent Electric

nVent Electric Stock Performance NYSE NVT opened at $177.29 on Tuesday. The company has a market capitalization of $28.70 billion, a PE ratio of 48.44, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.44 and a beta of 1.37. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.37, a quick ratio of 1.33 and a current ratio of 1.80. nVent Electric PLC has a 52-week low of $85.72 and a 52-week high of $184.64. The company has a 50-day simple moving average of $161.55 and a 200 day simple moving average of $143.50.

nVent Electric (NYSE:NVT – Get Free Report) last released its earnings results on Friday, July 31st. The company reported $1.45 earnings per share for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.16 by $0.29. nVent Electric had a net margin of 12.38% and a return on equity of 18.85%. The firm had revenue of $1.47 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $1.26 billion. During the same period in the previous year, the company earned $0.86 earnings per share. The company’s quarterly revenue was up 52.8% on a year-over-year basis. nVent Electric has set its Q3 2026 guidance at 1.350-1.380 EPS and its FY 2026 guidance at 5.000-5.100 EPS. On average, research analysts predict that nVent Electric PLC will post 5.13 EPS for the current year.

nVent Electric announced that its Board of Directors has authorized a stock repurchase program on Saturday, May 16th that permits the company to repurchase $500.00 million in shares. This repurchase authorization permits the company to reacquire up to 1.8% of its shares through open market purchases. Shares repurchase programs are often an indication that the company’s board believes its stock is undervalued.

nVent Electric Profile (Free Report)

nVent Electric PLC is a global manufacturer of electrical connection, protection and thermal management solutions. The company designs, engineers and produces a broad portfolio of products aimed at enhancing safety, reliability and performance in electrical systems across a variety of industries. Its core offerings include electrical enclosures, heat tracing systems, grounding and bonding products, cable management, and fastening solutions. nVent serves markets such as commercial and industrial construction, oil and gas, telecommunications, data centers, utilities, and renewable energy.

The company’s electrical enclosures and housing solutions protect sensitive components from environmental hazards, while its Raychem brand heat tracing products provide freeze protection and temperature maintenance for critical piping and equipment.

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Key Takeaways nVent expects data center sales to exceed $2 billion in 2026, more than double 2025 levels.Strong demand for liquid cooling, cable management and engineered buildings drove a $2.5 billion backlog.NVT is expanding liquid-cooling capacity as AI chips create higher heat densities across data centers. nVent Electric (NVT - Free Report) is seeing strong demand from data centers as spending on artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure continues to rise. NVT expects the infrastructure vertical to post strong double-digit growth in 2026, supported by higher AI-related data center investments. Further, the company expects data center sales to exceed $2 billion in 2026, more than double from 2025 levels. This strong momentum should help NVT strengthen its position against other AI data center infrastructure players such as Vertiv (VRT - Free Report) and Super Micro Computer (SMCI - Free Report) .

NVT continues to see robust demand from its broad customer base, including hyperscalers, neo-clouds and multi-tenant data centers for its liquid cooling, cable management and engineered buildings solutions. This robust demand helped the company end the second quarter with a $2.5 billion backlog. This momentum is expected to continue as management sees data center orders remaining strong in the third quarter of 2026.

NVT is also adding capacity to meet rising demand. The company opened its Blaine facility in Minnesota earlier in 2026, which effectively doubled its liquid-cooling capacity. Further, management said another expansion is needed and announced the Blaine 2 facility, which is expected to open in the first half of 2027. Management estimates that liquid cooling currently accounts for only 10-15% of data center cooling, leaving room for further adoption. With AI chips creating higher heat densities, the above-mentioned factors show that liquid cooling is expected to remain a long-term growth driver for the company.

NVT remains well-positioned to benefit from strong AI-related demand, healthy orders and new capacity, which could help the company maintain its growth momentum. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for nVent Electric’s 2026 revenues is pegged at $5.45 billion, indicating a year-over-year increase of 39.96%. The consensus estimate for NVT’s 2027 revenues is pegged at $6.44 billion, indicating a year-over-year increase of 18.1%.

How Do Competitors Fare Against NVTVertiv is also benefiting from strong AI data center spending and has a broad portfolio covering power and thermal management. VRT offers power, cooling and services as an integrated solution and is expanding its liquid-cooling capabilities through acquisitions, including Strategic Thermal Labs, which added server-side liquid cooling and cold-plate expertise. VRT expects 2026 sales of about $14 billion, up 37% year over year, with organic growth of 31%.

Super Micro Computer is another strong player in AI data-center infrastructure, with its business spanning servers, storage, networking and direct liquid cooling. Its data center building block solutions combine GPU and CPU servers, storage, direct liquid cooling, cooling distribution units, networking and data-center management software. SMCI is also expanding its liquid-cooling capacity and expects its manufacturing network to support more than 3,000 direct liquid-cooled racks per month. For fiscal 2027, the company expects revenues of $65-$72 billion.

NVT's Price Performance, Valuation & EstimatesShares of nVent Electric have surged 69.7% year to date against the Zacks Electronics - Miscellaneous Components industry’s decline of 9%.

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From a valuation standpoint, nVent Electric trades at a forward price-to-sales ratio of 4.58X, higher than the industry’s average of 4.08X. NVT has a Value Score of D.

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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for nVent Electric’s 2026 and 2027 earnings per share (EPS) implies year-over-year growth of 53.1% and 24.3%, respectively. EPS estimates for 2026 and 2027 have been revised upward by 12.5% and 13.1%, respectively, over the past 30 days.

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nVent Electric currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

Key Takeaways nVent raised 2026 sales growth guidance to 37-39% and adjusted EPS guidance to $5-$5.10.NVT expects 2026 data center sales to exceed $2B, more than double last year, as liquid cooling expands.nVent plans a third Minnesota liquid cooling facility as backlog remains healthy at $2.5B. nVent Electric plc (NVT - Free Report) used its second-quarter 2026 earnings call to emphasize accelerating AI data center demand, broader short-cycle strength and another sharp increase in its full-year outlook. Management focused on scaling capacity quickly enough to support demand while preserving margins and execution discipline. 

Adjusted EPS of $1.45 topped the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.16. Revenues of $1.47 billion also exceeded the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.26 billion. 

NVT Raises Full-Year Growth OutlookExecutive vice president and CFO Gary Corona raised 2026 reported sales growth guidance to 37% to 39% from 26% to 28%. Organic growth is now expected at 32% to 34%, compared with 21% to 23% forecasted previously.

Corona also lifted adjusted EPS guidance to $5-$5.10 from $4.45-$4.55. At the midpoint, adjusted EPS would rise 50% from 2025, reflecting stronger sales assumptions and operating execution.

For the third quarter, Corona guided to reported and organic sales growth of 32% to 35% and adjusted EPS of $1.35-$1.38. He said the outlook includes continued investment in data centers and power utilities.

nVent Expands Liquid Cooling CapacityChair and CEO Beth Wozniak said data center growth remained broad across liquid cooling, cable management and engineered buildings, with demand spanning hyperscalers, neo-clouds, multi-tenant operators and distribution partners.

Wozniak announced a third Minnesota liquid cooling facility, Blaine 2, expected to open in the first half of 2027. She said the expansion should extend capacity through 2027 and into 2028.

Wozniak expects nVent’s total data center sales to exceed $2 billion in 2026, more than double last year. The existing Blaine facility is still ramping, while a modular liquid cooling platform is scheduled to launch this fall.

NVT Sees Demand Broaden Beyond Data CentersWozniak said organic orders grew low double digits in the quarter, while backlog remained healthy at $2.5 billion. She also noted strong data center orders early in the third quarter despite normal lumpiness in large bookings.

In response to an RBC Capital Markets analyst, Wozniak described the short-cycle improvement as broad-based order growth through distribution rather than a one-time benefit.

A Melius analyst pressed on distributor inventory. Wozniak said sell-in and sell-through were well balanced, supporting management’s view that the improvement reflected underlying demand rather than channel restocking.

nVent Balances Growth With Margin InvestmentCorona said adjusted return on sales reached 21.9%, up 110 basis points year over year. Price and productivity offset more than $50 million of inflation, including more than $30 million of tariff impact.

The company now expects about $100 million of tariff impact for 2026, up from $80 million because of higher volume. Management still expects pricing, supply-chain productivity and operating actions to offset inflation, including tariffs.

Electrical Connections remained a margin watchpoint. Corona said its 27.3% return on sales improved sequentially and should continue rising as pricing takes hold, with management expecting the segment in the high-20% range this year.

NVT Q&A Tests Backlog and Long-Term VisibilityAnalysts from Vertical Research, Goldman Sachs and Deutsche Bank focused on whether backlog and capacity could sustain growth. Wozniak said nVent is deliberately working down backlog to maintain customer lead times.

She also said the company is being prudent with near-term guidance because two facilities are ramping simultaneously, requiring coordinated additions of labor, equipment and supplier capacity.

A William Blair analyst asked about growth beyond 2027. Wozniak said nVent has visibility several years out and is working with NVIDIA and other customers on product road maps extending through 2030, particularly around liquid cooling.

nVent Keeps Capital Focus on GrowthCorona said nVent still expects about $130 million of capital expenditures in 2026, up 40%, with most incremental spending directed toward data centers, power utilities and supply-chain resiliency.

Management closed the call emphasizing capacity expansion, product innovation and disciplined execution. With net leverage at 1.2 times and $600 million available on its revolver, Corona said the balance sheet retains flexibility for growth, acquisitions and shareholder returns.

NVT’s Zacks Signals Stay ConstructiveNVT carries a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). Its Growth Score and Momentum Score are both B, while the Value Score is D and the VGM Score is C, creating a stronger growth-and-momentum profile than the value profile. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

Under the Zacks Style Scores framework, A and B are the stronger grades, and top Zacks Rank stocks paired with favorable Style Scores can offer better near-term potential. The Zacks Rank can change as earnings estimates are revised after the just-reported results.

Why nVent Could Be a Long-Term AI Infrastructure WinnernVent Electric NYSE: NVT reported record second-quarter sales and earnings, driven by continued demand from AI data centers, power utilities and improving short-cycle businesses. The company raised its full-year sales and adjusted earnings outlook and announced plans for a third Minnesota facility to expand liquid-cooling capacity.

Chair and Chief Executive Officer Beth Wozniak said second-quarter sales exceeded guidance as infrastructure demand, led by data centers, remained strong. The company also saw stronger demand in short-cycle businesses through distribution partners.

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5 Stocks Positioned to Win the AI Data Center Buildout“We had another tremendous quarter with record sales and earnings well ahead of our guidance,” Wozniak said. “The better-than-expected sales were primarily driven by the infrastructure vertical led by data centers, along with stronger demand in our short-cycle business.”

Second-Quarter Results nVent reported second-quarter sales of $1.47 billion, up 53% from the prior year, including 47% organic growth. Acquisitions added 5 percentage points of growth, while foreign exchange provided nearly a one-point benefit.

Adjusted operating income increased 61% to $323 million, and adjusted operating margin rose 110 basis points year over year to 21.9%. Adjusted earnings per share increased 69% to $1.45. Free cash flow was $167 million, up 125% from a year earlier.

Chief Financial Officer Gary Corona said price and productivity actions offset more than $50 million of inflation, including more than $30 million related to tariffs. The company continued to invest in data center and power utility growth initiatives during the quarter.

Infrastructure organic sales more than doubled, supported by data center demand and double-digit growth in power utilities. Commercial residential sales increased by high single digits. Industrial sales rose by low single digits. The Americas posted very strong double-digit growth, while Europe grew mid-single digits and Asia-Pacific grew double digits. New products contributed more than 30 percentage points to sales growth, according to Wozniak, and nVent introduced 14 new products during the quarter. The EPG acquisition continued to grow sales at a strong double-digit rate year over year.

Segment Performance Systems Protection sales reached $1.07 billion, increasing 70% year over year and marking the segment’s first quarter with more than $1 billion in revenue. Organic sales in the segment rose 62%, led by infrastructure growth of more than 100% as data center demand continued.

Systems Protection segment income rose 81% to $248 million, while return on sales increased 150 basis points to 23.2%, benefiting from volume growth and productivity.

Electrical Connections sales increased 21% to $399 million, including 18% organic growth. Growth was broad-based across end markets and geographies, with infrastructure and industrial each increasing by strong double digits and commercial residential sales rising by low teens.

Electrical Connections segment income increased 15% to $109 million. Its return on sales declined 140 basis points to 27.3%, reflecting inflation and sales mix, partially offset by pricing and volume. Corona said margins improved sequentially into the high 20% range and are expected to continue improving as pricing and productivity actions take hold.

During the question-and-answer session, Wozniak said the short-cycle growth in Electrical Connections was not driven by unusual or one-time activity. She said the company saw strong orders through distribution partners and described distributor sell-in and sell-out trends as balanced, indicating what she characterized as real underlying demand rather than inventory restocking.

Backlog, Capacity and Data Centers nVent ended the quarter with backlog of $2.5 billion, which management said provides visibility through the remainder of 2026 and into 2027. Wozniak said data center orders can be large and uneven from quarter to quarter, though the company has experienced strong data center orders early in the third quarter.

Management said its backlog is generally for 12 months or less and that the current level is approximately appropriate because the company is seeking to maintain customer lead times while turning backlog into revenue.

The company expects total data center sales to exceed $2 billion in 2026, more than double the prior year’s level. Its data center offerings include liquid cooling, cable management, power-related products and engineered buildings, serving hyperscalers, neoclouds, multi-tenant customers, distributors and integrators.

To address liquid-cooling demand, nVent announced a third Minnesota facility, called Blaine 2, which is expected to open in the first half of 2027. The facility will be similar in size to the company’s Blaine location, which opened earlier in 2026 and is continuing to ramp.

Wozniak said the Blaine facility was opened within about 100 working days of signing its lease and is performing ahead of expectations, although it will continue ramping through 2026 and into 2027. She said Blaine 2 is expected to support demand through 2027 and into 2028.

nVent also plans to launch a modular liquid-cooling platform later in 2026. Wozniak said the platform is designed to support modularity and serviceability, including hot-swappable components, and that customer interest has been high.

Raised Outlook and Capital Allocation nVent raised its 2026 outlook for reported sales growth to 37% to 39%, from a prior forecast of 26% to 28%. The company now expects organic sales growth of 32% to 34%, compared with previous guidance of 21% to 23%.

The company raised its adjusted EPS outlook to $5.00 to $5.10, from $4.45 to $4.55 previously. At the midpoint, the revised outlook implies 50% adjusted EPS growth from 2025. nVent expects tariff costs of about $100 million for the year, up from its prior estimate of $80 million, primarily because of higher expected sales volume.

For the third quarter, nVent forecast reported and organic sales growth of 32% to 35% and adjusted EPS of $1.35 to $1.38. The company said it expects pricing to offset inflation and tariffs while it continues investing in capacity and capabilities for data centers and power utilities.

At quarter-end, nVent held $256 million in cash and had $600 million available under its revolving credit facility. Debt stood at $1.5 billion after the company repaid nearly $70 million of its prepayable term loan during the quarter. Net leverage was 1.2 times, below management’s stated target range of two to 2.5 times.

The company continues to expect capital expenditures of about $130 million in 2026, up 40% from the prior year, with much of the increase directed toward capacity, power utilities, data centers and supply-chain resiliency. Through the first half, nVent returned $118 million to shareholders, including $50 million in share repurchases, and increased its quarterly dividend by 5% from a year earlier.

About nVent Electric (NYSE:NVT)nVent Electric PLC is a global manufacturer of electrical connection, protection and thermal management solutions. The company designs, engineers and produces a broad portfolio of products aimed at enhancing safety, reliability and performance in electrical systems across a variety of industries. Its core offerings include electrical enclosures, heat tracing systems, grounding and bonding products, cable management, and fastening solutions. nVent serves markets such as commercial and industrial construction, oil and gas, telecommunications, data centers, utilities, and renewable energy.

The company's electrical enclosures and housing solutions protect sensitive components from environmental hazards, while its Raychem brand heat tracing products provide freeze protection and temperature maintenance for critical piping and equipment.

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Shares in nVent Electric (NVT +8.56%) soared by more than 15% in early trading today, only to settle somewhat to a high single-digit gain by early afternoon. It's a startling performance from a stock that's up 54% in 2026, and a whopping 397% over the last five years.

nVent crushes estimates and raises again It's no secret that nVent's electrical connection and protection solutions make it an excellent pick-and-shovel play on the increasing demand for power driven by AI data centers, and the company's recent results did not disappoint on that front. However, that's not the full story of the second-quarter results, because the company became the latest industrial stock to report excellent results after Honeywell and Illinois Tool Works recently raised their full-year guidance, citing improving short-cycle orders.

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The latter is exactly what nVent is seeing, with CEO Beth Wozniak noting on the second-quarter earnings call: "The better-than-expected sales were primarily driven by the infrastructure vertical, led by data centers, along with stronger demand in our short-cycle business," with growth occurring "across every vertical and every geography."

Data center demand continues to boom, too. In a sense, nVent's old-economy end markets (industrial and commercial/residential construction) came together with the new-economy (AI data centers) to boost both sales and the company's outlook. Management raised its full-year guidance for the second time this year.

nVent Full Year Guidance

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Data source: nVent presentations. Table by the author.

Wozniak also confirmed that its data center end market had strong "orders thus far" in the third quarter. All told, the results and guidance illustrate the potential for earnings improvement among companies exposed to favorable end-market trends, and there could be more to come if the old economy continues to contribute alongside the new economy for nVent.

Lee Samaha has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

July 31, 2026 06:30 ET  | Source: nVent

LONDON, July 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- nVent Electric plc (NYSE:NVT) (“nVent”), a global leader in electrical connection and protection solutions, reported second quarter 2026 financial results today through an earnings release posted on the company’s Investor Relations website at http://investors.nvent.com. The earnings release will be furnished with the Securities and Exchange Commission on a Form 8-K and is available here. The company will also hold a conference call with analysts and investors at 9:00 a.m. ET.

Conference Call and Webcast Details

The call can be accessed via webcast at http://investors.nvent.com or by dialing 1-833-630-1071 or 1-412-317-1832. Once available, a replay of the conference call will be accessible through August 14, 2026, by dialing 1-855-669-9658 or 1-412-317-0088, along with the access code 3803194.

About nVent
nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

nVent, CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE are trademarks owned or licensed by nVent Services GmbH or its affiliates.

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Arrowstreet Capital Limited Partnership lifted its stake in shares of nVent Electric PLC (NYSE:NVT – Free Report) by 130.3% in the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 501,362 shares of the company’s stock after acquiring an additional 283,671 shares during the quarter. Arrowstreet Capital Limited Partnership owned approximately 0.31% of nVent Electric worth $59,301,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.

A number of other institutional investors have also bought and sold shares of NVT. Manchester Capital Management LLC lifted its position in shares of nVent Electric by 128.1% in the fourth quarter. Manchester Capital Management LLC now owns 308 shares of the company’s stock worth $31,000 after buying an additional 173 shares in the last quarter. Cullen Frost Bankers Inc. bought a new stake in nVent Electric in the fourth quarter worth about $32,000. Elyxium Wealth LLC bought a new stake in shares of nVent Electric during the 4th quarter worth approximately $36,000. Advisory Services Network LLC purchased a new stake in shares of nVent Electric during the third quarter valued at $35,000. Finally, Birchwood Financial Partners Inc. purchased a new stake in nVent Electric in the 4th quarter valued at about $40,000. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 90.05% of the company’s stock.

nVent Electric Stock Down 1.6% NVT opened at $149.38 on Tuesday. The company has a market cap of $24.16 billion, a PE ratio of 49.63, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.43 and a beta of 1.36. nVent Electric PLC has a twelve month low of $78.03 and a twelve month high of $184.64. The company has a 50-day moving average price of $163.49 and a 200 day moving average price of $138.05. The company has a quick ratio of 1.21, a current ratio of 1.70 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.41.

nVent Electric (NYSE:NVT – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Friday, May 1st. The company reported $1.09 earnings per share for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.94 by $0.15. The company had revenue of $1.24 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $1.11 billion. nVent Electric had a return on equity of 16.82% and a net margin of 11.37%.The firm’s revenue for the quarter was up 53.5% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter last year, the firm posted $0.67 EPS. nVent Electric has set its Q2 2026 guidance at 1.120-1.150 EPS and its FY 2026 guidance at 4.450-4.550 EPS. Sell-side analysts expect that nVent Electric PLC will post 4.56 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

nVent Electric Announces Dividend The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Friday, August 7th. Shareholders of record on Friday, July 24th will be given a dividend of $0.21 per share. The ex-dividend date is Friday, July 24th. This represents a $0.84 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.6%. nVent Electric’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 27.91%.

nVent Electric announced that its Board of Directors has initiated a share buyback program on Saturday, May 16th that allows the company to buyback $500.00 million in shares. This buyback authorization allows the company to purchase up to 1.8% of its shares through open market purchases. Shares buyback programs are often a sign that the company’s board of directors believes its shares are undervalued.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth A number of equities analysts have recently issued reports on NVT shares. UBS Group restated a “buy” rating on shares of nVent Electric in a research note on Thursday, June 11th. Zacks Research raised nVent Electric from a “hold” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a research report on Monday, May 4th. Barclays boosted their target price on shares of nVent Electric from $150.00 to $190.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research report on Monday, May 4th. KeyCorp raised their target price on nVent Electric from $140.00 to $185.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research note on Monday, May 4th. Finally, The Goldman Sachs Group lifted their price target on nVent Electric from $150.00 to $187.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research report on Monday, May 4th. Four investment analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twelve have assigned a Buy rating and one has given a Hold rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the company has an average rating of “Buy” and a consensus price target of $190.57.

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Insiders Place Their Bets In related news, insider Sara E. Zawoyski sold 29,412 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, May 13th. The shares were sold at an average price of $172.49, for a total transaction of $5,073,275.88. Following the sale, the insider directly owned 97,068 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $16,743,259.32. This represents a 23.25% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through this hyperlink. Also, EVP Aravind Padmanabhan sold 15,942 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction on Monday, May 11th. The stock was sold at an average price of $174.00, for a total value of $2,773,908.00. Following the sale, the executive vice president directly owned 23,243 shares in the company, valued at $4,044,282. This represents a 40.68% decrease in their position. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. In the last ninety days, insiders sold 87,685 shares of company stock worth $14,961,768. Insiders own 1.70% of the company’s stock.

nVent Electric Company Profile (Free Report)

nVent Electric PLC is a global manufacturer of electrical connection, protection and thermal management solutions. The company designs, engineers and produces a broad portfolio of products aimed at enhancing safety, reliability and performance in electrical systems across a variety of industries. Its core offerings include electrical enclosures, heat tracing systems, grounding and bonding products, cable management, and fastening solutions. nVent serves markets such as commercial and industrial construction, oil and gas, telecommunications, data centers, utilities, and renewable energy.

The company’s electrical enclosures and housing solutions protect sensitive components from environmental hazards, while its Raychem brand heat tracing products provide freeze protection and temperature maintenance for critical piping and equipment.

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Alua Capital Management LP bought a new position in shares of nVent Electric PLC (NYSE:NVT – Free Report) during the 1st quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor bought 231,600 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $27,394,000. nVent Electric comprises 2.4% of Alua Capital Management LP’s holdings, making the stock its 11th biggest position. Alua Capital Management LP owned about 0.14% of nVent Electric at the end of the most recent quarter.

Several other institutional investors also recently bought and sold shares of the stock. Kestra Private Wealth Services LLC bought a new stake in shares of nVent Electric in the 4th quarter worth approximately $599,000. Swedbank AB bought a new stake in shares of nVent Electric during the fourth quarter valued at approximately $59,312,000. Katamaran Capital LLP bought a new stake in shares of nVent Electric during the fourth quarter valued at approximately $2,171,000. Dougherty & Associates LLC acquired a new position in shares of nVent Electric in the fourth quarter valued at $987,000. Finally, Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Co. raised its stake in shares of nVent Electric by 103.5% in the fourth quarter. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Co. now owns 19,139 shares of the company’s stock valued at $1,952,000 after purchasing an additional 9,734 shares in the last quarter. 90.05% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors.

Wall Street Analyst Weigh In Several equities research analysts have issued reports on NVT shares. Roth Capital reissued a “buy” rating and issued a $185.00 price target on shares of nVent Electric in a report on Friday. Clear Str raised shares of nVent Electric to a “strong-buy” rating in a report on Monday, July 13th. Citigroup lifted their target price on shares of nVent Electric from $152.00 to $187.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Tuesday, May 5th. Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft reissued a “buy” rating and issued a $187.00 target price on shares of nVent Electric in a research note on Monday, May 4th. Finally, Royal Bank Of Canada increased their price target on shares of nVent Electric from $180.00 to $193.00 and gave the stock an “outperform” rating in a research report on Thursday, July 16th. Four equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twelve have given a Buy rating and one has given a Hold rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, nVent Electric currently has a consensus rating of “Buy” and an average target price of $190.57.

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nVent Electric Trading Down 4.6% Shares of NVT stock opened at $151.51 on Friday. The company has a market capitalization of $24.50 billion, a P/E ratio of 50.33, a P/E/G ratio of 1.44 and a beta of 1.36. nVent Electric PLC has a 12-month low of $77.09 and a 12-month high of $184.64. The company has a quick ratio of 1.21, a current ratio of 1.70 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.41. The firm has a 50-day moving average price of $163.72 and a 200 day moving average price of $137.55.

nVent Electric (NYSE:NVT – Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings results on Friday, May 1st. The company reported $1.09 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.94 by $0.15. nVent Electric had a return on equity of 16.82% and a net margin of 11.37%.The business had revenue of $1.24 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $1.11 billion. During the same period in the prior year, the company earned $0.67 EPS. nVent Electric’s revenue for the quarter was up 53.5% on a year-over-year basis. nVent Electric has set its Q2 2026 guidance at 1.120-1.150 EPS and its FY 2026 guidance at 4.450-4.550 EPS. Research analysts forecast that nVent Electric PLC will post 4.56 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

nVent Electric Announces Dividend The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Friday, August 7th. Shareholders of record on Friday, July 24th will be issued a dividend of $0.21 per share. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Friday, July 24th. This represents a $0.84 annualized dividend and a yield of 0.6%. nVent Electric’s dividend payout ratio is currently 27.91%.

nVent Electric announced that its board has approved a share repurchase program on Saturday, May 16th that allows the company to buyback $500.00 million in shares. This buyback authorization allows the company to reacquire up to 1.8% of its shares through open market purchases. Shares buyback programs are often a sign that the company’s board believes its shares are undervalued.

Insider Transactions at nVent Electric In other nVent Electric news, EVP Aravind Padmanabhan sold 15,942 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Monday, May 11th. The stock was sold at an average price of $174.00, for a total transaction of $2,773,908.00. Following the completion of the sale, the executive vice president directly owned 23,243 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $4,044,282. The trade was a 40.68% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which can be accessed through the SEC website. Also, EVP Lynnette R. Heath sold 27,471 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Wednesday, May 6th. The shares were sold at an average price of $167.59, for a total transaction of $4,603,864.89. Following the completion of the transaction, the executive vice president directly owned 37,089 shares in the company, valued at $6,215,745.51. This trade represents a 42.55% decrease in their position. The disclosure for this sale is available in the SEC filing. In the last three months, insiders sold 87,685 shares of company stock worth $14,961,768. Corporate insiders own 1.70% of the company’s stock.

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nVent Electric PLC is a global manufacturer of electrical connection, protection and thermal management solutions. The company designs, engineers and produces a broad portfolio of products aimed at enhancing safety, reliability and performance in electrical systems across a variety of industries. Its core offerings include electrical enclosures, heat tracing systems, grounding and bonding products, cable management, and fastening solutions. nVent serves markets such as commercial and industrial construction, oil and gas, telecommunications, data centers, utilities, and renewable energy.

The company’s electrical enclosures and housing solutions protect sensitive components from environmental hazards, while its Raychem brand heat tracing products provide freeze protection and temperature maintenance for critical piping and equipment.

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The Zacks Electronics - Miscellaneous Components industry participants are benefiting from the ongoing automation drive and increased spending by manufacturers of semiconductors, automobiles, machinery and mobile phones. Industry participants like nVent Electric (NVT - Free Report) , Forgent Power Solutions (FPS - Free Report) and Vicor (VICR - Free Report) are well-poised to benefit from the solid adoption of AI and the democratization of IoT, which are transforming robotics, industrial automation, transportation systems, retail and healthcare. However, a challenging global macroeconomic environment, end-market volatility and higher tariffs are headwinds. Export restrictions imposed by the United States, as well as China, are a major headwind. Growing geopolitical tensions and foreign currency headwinds are taking a toll on the industry players. 

Industry Description The Zacks Electronics - Miscellaneous Components industry primarily comprises companies providing various accessories and parts used in electronic products. The industry participants’ offerings include power control and sensor technologies to mitigate equipment damage, testing products for safety and advanced medical solutions. They cater to varied end markets, such as telecommunications, automotive electronics, medical devices, industrial, transportation, energy harvesting, defense and aerospace electronic systems and consumer electronics. Customers in this industry are mainly original equipment manufacturers, independent electronic component distributors and electronic manufacturing service providers.

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Geopolitical Tensions Are Worrisome: Tariffs and the souring relationship between the United States and China are headwinds. Increasing dependency on AI-backed electronic devices on semiconductors and current restrictions ordered by the United States on trading with China, which remains the main hub for chip production, are significant negatives for the industry.

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The group’s Zacks Industry Rank, the average of the Zacks Rank of all the member stocks, indicates bullish near-term prospects. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than two to one.

Given the bullish prospects, there are a number of stocks that investors can choose to pick for a healthy portfolio. However, before we present the stocks, let us look at the industry’s recent stock-market performance and the valuation picture.

Industry Lags S&P 500 and Sector The Zacks Electronics - Miscellaneous Components industry has underperformed the Zacks S&P 500 composite and the broader Zacks Computer and Technology sector in the past year.

The industry has appreciated 0.7% over this period compared with the S&P 500’s return of 20.9% and the broader sector’s 30.6%.

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Industry's Current Valuation Based on the forward 12-month price-to-earnings (P/E), a commonly used multiple for valuing electronics – miscellaneous components stocks, the industry is currently trading at 24.94X compared with the S&P 500’s 20.85X and the sector’s 23.95X.

In the past five years, the industry has traded as high as 28.51X and as low as 20.27X, with a median of 21.97X, depicted in the charts below.

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3 Electronics - Miscellaneous Components Stocks to Buy nVent Electric: This Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) company benefits from durable infrastructure demand as AI-driven data center buildouts and grid upgrades lift orders, backlog and revenue visibility. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

nVent remains well positioned to benefit from the accelerating AI infrastructure build-out, with management highlighting strong demand across both white-space and gray-space data center applications. Investments in liquid cooling, engineered building solutions and expanded manufacturing capacity, including the new Blaine facility, are expected to support sustained growth. The company also sees long-term opportunities from power grid modernization, electrification and utility infrastructure spending.

nVent shares have returned 57.6% year to date. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for NVT’s 2026 earnings has been revised upward by a penny to $4.56 per share over the past 30 days.

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Forgent Power Solutions: This Zacks Rank #1 company continues to benefit from exceptionally strong demand across AI data centers and grid infrastructure, with record bookings, a 2.3 times book-to-bill ratio and nearly $2 billion of backlog providing excellent revenue visibility.

Forgent’s integrated Powertrain Solutions strategy, engineering-led customer engagement and vertically integrated manufacturing model are helping it gain market share and win large multi-product contracts. The company also expects margin expansion and stronger free cash flow as new production facilities ramp and utilization improves through fiscal 2027.

Forgent shares have returned 39% year to date. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for FPS’ 2026 earnings has been revised upward by a penny to 68 cents per share over the past 30 days.

Price and Consensus: FPS

Vicor: This Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) company’s long-term outlook is increasingly tied to AI infrastructure, where its second-generation Vertical Power Delivery (VPD) technology addresses growing power density requirements for hyperscalers and advanced computing systems.

Vicor expects strong Advanced Products growth, expanding licensing revenues, increasing backlog and continued capacity expansion to support higher product shipments. The company also sees significant opportunities from aerospace, industrial and defense markets, while future licensing agreements with OEMs and hyperscalers could become an additional high-margin growth driver.

Vicor shares have jumped 95.9% in the year-to-date period. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the company’s 2026 earnings has increased 8.5% to $2.94 per share in the past 30 days.

Price and Consensus: VICR

July 17, 2026 14:11 ET  | Source: nVent

LONDON, July 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- nVent Electric plc (NYSE: NVT) (“nVent”), a global leader in electrical connection and protection solutions, will report second quarter 2026 financial results on Friday, July 31, 2026.

The financial results will be posted on the company’s website at http://investors.nvent.com. The company will issue a news release when the earnings materials are publicly available, including a link to those documents.

The company will also hold a conference call with analysts and investors at 9:00 a.m. ET. Related presentation materials will be posted to http://investors.nvent.com prior to the conference call.

Conference Call and Webcast Details

The call can be accessed via webcast at http://investors.nvent.com or by dialing 1-833-630-1071 or 1-412-317-1832. Once available, a replay of the conference call will be accessible through August 14, 2026, by dialing 1-855-669-9658 or 1-412-317-0088, along with the access code 3803194.

About nVent
nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

nVent, CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE are trademarks owned or licensed by nVent Services GmbH or its affiliates.

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763.204.7750
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The massive artificial intelligence (AI) data center boom, grid modernization, and global electrification have made industrial power equipment stocks hugely popular among investors.

Eaton (ETN 2.12%) and nVent Electric (NVT 1.53%) are two such incredible companies, and investors are weighing the merits to see which stock offers a better path to growth and is worth their money.

Eaton is a diversified power management giant with a broad reach in various sectors, including aerospace and vehicles. By contrast, nVent Electric focuses on specialized electrical connection and protection products. Both companies are primary beneficiaries of the data center boom, but their different scales and profitability profiles make for a compelling comparison.

The case for EatonEaton operates as an intelligent power management company, providing solutions for segments among industrial stocks across roughly 180 countries. In 2025, six large customers accounted for nearly 22% of electrical sales, while three aerospace original equipment manufacturers provided close to 20% of segment revenue. This strategic pivot includes the recent acquisitions of Boyd Thermal and Fibrebond to bolster its infrastructure capabilities, while the company spins off its Mobility unit.

In FY 2025, revenue reached nearly $27.4 billion, which represents a growth rate of roughly 10.3% over the previous year. The company reported net income of approximately $4.1 billion, or a net margin of 14.9%, reflecting steady top- and bottom-line growth.

As of its December 2025 balance sheet, the debt-to-equity ratio is roughly 0.6x, representing the company's total debt relative to shareholder equity. The current ratio, which measures short-term assets against liabilities, is approximately 1.3x. Free cash flow (FCF) for the period reached nearly $3.6 billion, calculated as cash from operations minus capital expenditures.

The case for nVent ElectricnVent Electric specializes in high-performance electrical connection and protection solutions, serving diverse sectors, from industrial automation to renewable energy and railways. Approximately 11% of its 2025 net sales came from one customer, which indicates a degree of customer concentration. Management is currently refining its go-to-market strategy under new leadership to capitalize on the global demand for data center cooling and electrical infrastructure upgrades.

During FY 2025, nVent Electric generated revenue of nearly $3.9 billion, a big 30% jump over the previous year. It earned net income of roughly $710.2 million and delivered a strong net margin close to 18.2%. The growth was partially driven by the integration of recent acquisitions, like the Electrical Products Group and Trachte.

As of the December 2025 balance sheet, nVent Electric maintained a debt-to-equity ratio of roughly 0.5x. Its current ratio is approximately 1.6x, while FCF was close to $371.9 million,  representing the cash remaining after the company paid for its capital expenditures and day-to-day operational needs.

Risk profile comparisonEaton is spinning off its Mobility division to Dana (DAN 0.04%) in a $5.1 billion deal, which faces execution risks. Meanwhile, integrating recent acquisitions such as Boyd Thermal and Fibrebond also poses challenges that could hurt financial performance if synergies are not realized. Furthermore, Eaton’s aggressive move into liquid-cooling for data centers is a smart move, but it also increases its sensitivity to the volatile capital-spending cycles of hyperscale customers.

For nVent Electric, revenue is highly sensitive to cyclical demand in industrial and commercial markets, where an economic downturn could quickly reduce capital spending. The company must also successfully integrate large acquisitions, such as Trachte, to realize its projected growth and operational efficiencies. Finally, fluctuating prices for raw materials like copper and steel create inflationary pressures that may compress net margins if they cannot be passed to customers.

Valuation comparisonEaton appears slightly more affordable on a sales basis, though both companies trade at a premium to the broader industrial market's earnings estimates.

MetricEatonnVent ElectricSector BenchmarkForward P/E30.0x35.0x242.8xP/S ratio5.7x6.7xSector benchmark uses the SPDR XLI sector ETF.
Valuation metrics sourced from Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) and may differ from other data providers.

Which stock would I buy in 2026?Eaton is among the world’s largest “intelligent” power management companies. It builds the heavy-duty infrastructure that safely controls and distributes electricity, preventing equipment from overheating. Major products include transformers, switchgear, substations, circuit breakers, and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems.

Eaton has taken a major growth leap into thermal management through its $9.5 billion Boyd acquisition. Eaton recently delivered a record first quarter, with sales surging 17%, including 10% organic growth and 4% from acquisitions such as Boyd. Its backlog sits at a solid $23 billion, with backlog in core businesses hitting record highs.

Eaton is expanding facilities, setting up a new switchgear plant, and spinning off the low-growth, low-margin Mobility segment while still retaining a 50.1% stake in the combined company. For FY 2026, Eaton raised its organic revenue growth guidance from 8% to 10%.

While Eaton facilitates the safe flow of high-voltage power from the utility grid to facilities, nVent Electric  handles the infrastructure inside the server rooms. Once a building, say a data center, is connected to power, nVent provides the cabinets, specialized racks, electrical enclosures, and thermal management solutions (cooling and heating) needed for the systems to function.

nVent has come a long way since it was spun off from Pentair (PNR +0.24%) in 2018, doubling its sales since. Sales surged 51% year over year in Q1, and the company expects 21% to 23% organic revenue growth and 26% to 28% total revenue growth in FY 2026. Sales and orders hit record highs in Q1, and backlog sits at $2.6 billion. nVent is evidently a smaller player than Eaton but is growing much faster.

I like both companies so much that I’d probably buy some shares of each for 2026 and beyond if I had to invest today.

Owning both stocks is a bet on the full stack of AI data center build-out and grid modernization. Eaton’s size, scale, and portfolio serving diverse industries make it a solid industrial powerhouse. nVent’s hunger for growth, especially in the data center market, makes it a compelling AI play.

Key Takeaways nVent Electric is expanding manufacturing capacity as AI data center and power utility demand accelerate.NVT plans about $130 million in 2026 capital spending to boost production and strengthen its supply chain.NVT launched 11 new products, with new offerings contributing more than 20 points to Q1 2026 sales growth. nVent Electric (NVT - Free Report) is expanding its manufacturing capacity to keep up with growing demand from AI data centers and power utilities. NVT's organic sales grew 34% year over year, while organic orders increased approximately 40% year over year in the first quarter of 2026. Management said data centers were the biggest contributor to growth, helping the company deliver record sales, orders and backlog. nVent Electric believes expanding manufacturing capacity is important to support this demand and maintain growth in the coming years.

A major part of this expansion is the new Blaine, MN, facility, which started production during the first quarter of 2026. Management expects production at the facility to increase through the rest of 2026. Besides Blaine, NVT is expanding manufacturing capacity across several locations for liquid cooling products and engineered building solutions. The company is also increasing capacity for products used in power utility projects as demand for grid infrastructure continues to grow.

nVent Electric is investing heavily to support this demand. NVT plans to spend approximately $130 million on capital expenditures in 2026, indicating a 40% increase from the prior year. The capital spending will be used to expand manufacturing capacity and strengthen the supply chain to support growth in data centers and power utilities and help the company support higher production volumes as demand continues to increase.

Capacity expansion is also helping NVT grow its product portfolio. New product launches, which include products related to liquid cooling and data center applications, contributed more than 20 percentage points to first-quarter sales growth. The company launched 11 new products during the first quarter and expects more launches later this year. The above-mentioned factors show that with higher manufacturing capacity and continued investment in new products, nVent Electric remains well-positioned to meet growing customer demand and support future revenue growth.

How Do Competitors Fare Against NVTnVent Electric competes with companies like Vertiv (VRT - Free Report) and Hubbell (HUBB - Free Report) in the electrical and data center markets.

In April 2026, Vertiv completed the acquisition of Strategic Thermal Labs to expand its engineering capabilities in liquid cooling for AI and high-performance computing (HPC) infrastructure. These capabilities are expected to help Vertiv improve the design, testing and performance of liquid-cooled infrastructure. The acquisition is expected to support Vertiv’s broader strategy of helping customers manage increasingly complex AI and HPC infrastructure by combining power, cooling, controls and lifecycle services into an integrated offering.

Hubbell recently completed the acquisition of NSI Industries, a key manufacturer and supplier of electrical products. The acquisition is expected to strengthen Hubbell’s offerings in areas such as light industrial, data center and network infrastructure applications. Here, electrification trends are expected to support Hubbell's growth across the electrical industry, and the acquisition will help Hubbell expand its portfolio of infrastructure-related products for its electrical and utility customers.

NVT's Price Performance, Valuation & EstimatesShares of nVent Electric have surged 56.9% year to date against the Zacks Electronics - Miscellaneous Components industry’s decline of 2.6%.

nVent Electric YTD Price Return Performance
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From a valuation standpoint, nVent Electric trades at a forward price-to-sales ratio of 4.85X, higher than the industry’s average of 4.64X.

NVT Forward 12-Month P/S Ratio
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for nVent Electric’s 2026 and 2027 earnings per share (EPS) implies year-over-year growth of 36.1% and 23.6%, respectively. EPS estimates for both 2026 and 2027 have been revised upward by a penny and 7 cents, respectively, over the past seven days.

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nVent Electric currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

Key Takeaways nVent Electric is benefiting from AI infrastructure demand across power, enclosures and engineered buildings.NVT posted nearly 80% organic infrastructure sales growth, with orders up 40% and backlog at $2.6 billion. NVT is investing in capacity despite tariff, copper and capital spending pressures supporting future growth. nVent Electric plc (NVT - Free Report) is becoming a useful case study in how AI infrastructure spending is spreading beyond chips and servers. Its role in enclosures, power distribution, engineered buildings, cable management and liquid cooling makes it a broader infrastructure play.

The investment angle is that AI demand is turning into an electrification and digitalization story, where physical electrical systems matter as much as compute capacity.

NVT’s Role in the AI Infrastructure BuildoutnVent is a picks-and-shovels provider for the AI buildout. Its portfolio includes enclosures, liquid and air cooling, control buildings, switchgear, bus systems, power connections, cable management, electrical connections and equipment protection.

The opportunity is not limited to one product category. Management cited broad-based data center strength across both gray space and white space, with gray space demand in engineered buildings, enclosures and power connections, and white space growth led by liquid cooling, power distribution units and cable management.

Vertiv Holdings Co (VRT - Free Report) is another relevant AI infrastructure name because it provides critical digital infrastructure for data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. Eaton Corporation plc (ETN - Free Report) also fits the theme, with data center solutions and services that help customers implement, manage and monitor power systems.

nVent Benefits from Grid UpgradesData center growth is also a power and grid story. nVent’s demand is tied to electrification, digitalization, grid capacity and data center investment, linking the company to both technological and industrial spending cycles.

Acquisitions have broadened that exposure. ECM Industries added connectors, tools, test instruments and cable management, Trachte added engineered control buildings, and the acquired Avail infrastructure businesses expanded nVent’s presence in power utilities and data centers.

NVT Uses Product Breadth as LeveragenVent’s advantage is not just that it serves fast-growing end markets. The company is using product breadth and added capacity to convert that demand into a larger footprint across data center infrastructure.

In the first quarter, nVent launched 11 new products, and new products contributed more than 20 points to sales growth. Its new Blaine, MN, facility began production in the quarter and is expected to ramp through 2026, supporting demand across engineered buildings, enclosures, power connections, liquid cooling, power distribution units and cable management.

That is why the story reaches beyond cooling. Infrastructure sales grew nearly 80% organically in the first quarter, led by data centers and power utilities, while organic orders rose about 40% and backlog reached $2.6 billion.

nVent Must Balance Growth and CostsThe emerging trend remains attractive, but fast growth brings pressure. Margin expansion is expected to be back-half weighted, with 2026 adjusted margin improvement of 30-40 basis points and the first half essentially flat.

Costs and cash needs also matter. Electrical Connections’ adjusted return on sales fell 390 basis points to 24.4% in the first quarter due mainly to copper inflation. The 2026 outlook includes about $80 million of tariff impact, while capex is expected to reach about $130 million, up 40%, to support data center, power utility and supply-chain capacity.

What NVT’s Rank and Scores Signal NowThe bottom line is that NVT is emerging as an AI infrastructure winner beyond cooling because its opportunity spans power, protection, buildings and connectivity. That breadth gives the company leverage to data center growth and grid modernization.

NVT currently flaunts a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). It has a VGM Score of D, Value Score of D, Growth Score of D and Momentum Score of A. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

That mix suggests analysts’ near-term earnings expectations are moving favorably, while the Momentum Score shows the trend has been rewarded in the stock price. The weak Value Score and Growth Score keep the setup from looking like a simple bargain, reminding investors that trend leadership does not automatically create valuation comfort.

Key Takeaways nVent Electric cited liquid cooling as one of the strongest-performing data center products in Q1 2026.NVT is expanding capacity and plans $130M in 2026 capital spending to support data center growth.New products added over 20 percentage points to Q1 2026 sales growth, including liquid cooling offerings. nVent Electric (NVT - Free Report) is witnessing liquid cooling become a key growth driver on the back of rising spending on AI data center infrastructure. In the first quarter of 2026, liquid cooling was highlighted as one of the strongest-performing products in NVT's data center business. The growth is being driven by the rising usage of AI servers to support the rapid buildout of AI data centers.

Nowadays, AI workloads have become more complex, due to which servers generate more heat and require more advanced cooling systems, which is increasing the demand for liquid cooling solutions. NVT benefits from this trend. NVT saw strong demand across both white-space and gray-space data center products in the first quarter. Within the white space, liquid cooling was one of the biggest contributors to growth. The company is benefiting as hyperscalers, neocloud providers and other data center operators increase spending on AI infrastructure.

nVent Electric is investing heavily to support this demand. The company recently opened its Blaine, Minnesota facility, which started production during the first quarter and is expected to ramp up throughout the year. The company is also expanding liquid cooling capacity across multiple facilities. NVT projects $130 million in capital expenditures in 2026 to support the growth in data centers and power infrastructure.

New product launches, which include products related to liquid cooling and data center applications, contributed more than 20 percentage points to first-quarter sales growth. The company launched 11 new products during the first quarter and expects more launches later this year. Further, NVT is working with chip manufacturers on liquid cooling product roadmaps through 2030, positioning nVent Electric to benefit from future AI data center investments.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for nVent Electric’s 2026 revenues is pegged at $4.98 billion, indicating a year-over-year increase of 27.9%.

How Do Competitors Fare Against NVTnVent Electric competes with companies like Vertiv (VRT - Free Report) and Hubbell (HUBB - Free Report) in the electrical and data center markets.

In April 2026, Vertiv completed the acquisition of Strategic Thermal Labs to expand its engineering capabilities in liquid cooling for AI and high-performance computing (HPC) infrastructure. These capabilities are expected to help Vertiv improve the design, testing and performance of liquid-cooled infrastructure. The acquisition is expected to support Vertiv’s broader strategy of helping customers manage increasingly complex AI and HPC infrastructure by combining power, cooling, controls and lifecycle services into an integrated offering.

Hubbell recently completed the acquisition of NSI Industries, a key manufacturer and supplier of electrical products. The acquisition is expected to strengthen Hubbell’s offerings in areas such as light industrial, data center and network infrastructure applications. Here, electrification trends are expected to support Hubbell's growth across the electrical industry, and the acquisition will help Hubbell expand its portfolio of infrastructure-related products for its electrical and utility customers.

NVT's Price Performance, Valuation & EstimatesShares of nVent Electric have surged 66.3% year to date compared with the Zacks Electronics - Miscellaneous Components industry’s return of 2.8%.

nVent Electric YTD Price Return Performance
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From a valuation standpoint, nVent Electric trades at a forward price-to-sales ratio of 5.12X, higher than the industry’s average of 4.91X.

NVT Forward 12-Month P/S Ratio
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for nVent Electric’s 2026 and 2027 earnings per share (EPS) implies year-over-year growth of 35.8% and 22.3%, respectively. EPS estimates for both 2026 and 2027 have been revised upward by 9.6% and 15.1%, respectively, over the past 60 days.

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nVent Electric currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

Here are five stocks added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List today:

SelectQuote, Inc. (SLQT - Free Report) : This insurance technology company has seen the Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings increasing 78.6% over the last 60 days.

EZCORP, Inc. (EZPW - Free Report) : This pawn services company has seen the Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings increasing 11.1% over the last 60 days.

Douglas Dynamics, Inc. (PLOW - Free Report) : This commercial vehicle equipment company has seen the Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings increasing 15.4% over the last 60 days.

nVent Electric plc (NVT - Free Report) : This electrical equipment company has seen the Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings increasing 9.6% over the last 60 days.

Alto Ingredients, Inc. (ALTO - Free Report) : This specialty chemicals company has seen the Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings increasing 184.2% over the last 60 days.

You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here. 

11 JUNE 2026 NORTHERN VENTURE TRUST PLC STATEMENT REGARDING INTENTION TO FUNDRAISE Northern Venture Trust PLC (“the Company”) is pleased to announce that, subject to obtaining any required shareholder or regulatory approvals, in conjunction with Northern 2 VCT PLC and Northern 3 VCT PLC (together with the Company known as the “Northern VCTs”), it intends to launch a joint offer of new ordinary shares for subscription in the 2026/27 tax year (“the Offer”). It is envisaged that the Offer will seek to raise up to £10 million for the Company.

nVent Electric (NVT - Free Report) reported $1.24 billion in revenue for the quarter ended March 2026, representing a year-over-year increase of 53.5%. EPS of $1.09 for the same period compares to $0.67 a year ago.

The reported revenue compares to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.1 billion, representing a surprise of +12.94%. The company delivered an EPS surprise of +16.43%, with the consensus EPS estimate being $0.94.

While investors closely watch year-over-year changes in headline numbers -- revenue and earnings -- and how they compare to Wall Street expectations to determine their next course of action, some key metrics always provide a better insight into a company's underlying performance.

As these metrics influence top- and bottom-line performance, comparing them to the year-ago numbers and what analysts estimated helps investors project a stock's price performance more accurately.

Here is how nVent performed in the just reported quarter in terms of the metrics most widely monitored and projected by Wall Street analysts:

Net Sales- Electrical Connections: $347 million compared to the $338.48 million average estimate based on three analysts.Net Sales- Systems Protection: $895 million versus the three-analyst average estimate of $747.91 million.Segment income (loss)- Electrical Connections: $84.8 million versus the two-analyst average estimate of $97.99 million.Segment income (loss)- Systems Protection: $203.1 million versus the two-analyst average estimate of $156.1 million.View all Key Company Metrics for nVent here>>>

Shares of nVent have returned +34.7% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +10% change. The stock currently has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), indicating that it could outperform the broader market in the near term.

Here are three stocks with buy rank and strong momentum characteristics for investors to consider today, May 5th:

Indivior Pharmaceuticals Inc. (INDV - Free Report) : This specialty pharmaceutical company, which is engaged in discovering and developing medications and treatment for alcohol addiction, opioid overdose, cocaine intoxication and co-occurring conditions, such as schizophrenia, has a Zacks Rank #1(Strong Buy), and witnessed the Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings increasing 7.6% over the last 60 days.

Indivior Pharmaceuticals' shares gained 13.5% over the last three month compared with the S&P 500’s gain of 4%. The company possesses a Momentum Score of A.

nVent Electric (NVT - Free Report) : This company, which is a provider of electrical connection and protection solutions which design, manufacture, market, install and service that connect and protect equipment, buildings and critical processes, has a Zacks Rank #1, and witnessed the Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings increasing 11.3% over the last 60 days.

nVent Electric’s shares gained 44.6% over the last three month compared with the S&P 500’s gain of 4%. The company possesses a Momentum Score of A.

Avnet (AVT - Free Report) : This company, which is one of the world’s largest distributors of electronic components and computer products, has a Zacks Rank #1, and witnessed the Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings increasing 6.5% over the last 60 days.

Avnet’s shares gained 21.4% over the last three month compared with the S&P 500’s gain of 4%. The company possesses a Momentum Score of A.

See the full list of top ranked stocks here

Learn more about the Momentum score and how it is calculated here.

After already being off to a strong start in 2026, nVent Electric (NVT 4.28%) added some more fuel to its stock market rally with its first-quarter 2026 earnings report.

For the maker of electrical closures, cooling systems, and power distribution products, demand from data centers is increasing. With the stock price already up so much over the last year, some investors may be wondering if this nVent bull run can continue.

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What impressed investors about the Q1 results There was a lot to like in the latest earnings report, which included record quarterly revenue of $1.2 billion, a 53% jump from the $809 million reported from the previous year. nVent management also said that the second quarter and the rest of the year should be strong.

For Q2 2026, revenue is expected to grow between 28% and 30%. For full-year guidance, it massively boosted its outlook, moving previously expected sales growth of 15% to 18% to a range of 26% to 28%. The company also reported a record backlog of $2.6 billion, so needless to say, it was a strong quarter that could mark the start of an even stronger year if the company's forecasts are met.

Can the nVent bull run continue? The nVent stock price was performing well before this report, but as I write this, shares are now up 66% this year.

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With it climbing so high and so fast, it's only fair to wonder if buying the stock now means investors are buying at a peak before a potential pullback. There's no way to know, but as data centers are being built, investors saw in this recent report that customers are turning to nVent for electrical, power, and cooling solutions. With data center expansion, that's even more business for nVent, making this a long-term investment consideration.

Investors may still want to consider starting a position slowly and adding to it over time. This can potentially lower the investment's total cost over time and help alleviate concerns about buying only during stock price peaks.

Jack Delaney has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

May 16, 2026 04:15 ET  | Source: nVent

LONDON, May 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- nVent Electric plc (NYSE: NVT) announced today that it will pay a regular quarterly cash dividend of US$0.21 per ordinary share on August 7, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on July 24, 2026.

About nVent 

nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

nVent, CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE are trademarks owned or licensed by nVent Services GmbH or its affiliates.

CAUTION CONCERNING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This press release contains statements that we believe to be “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical fact are forward looking statements. Without limitation, any statements preceded or followed by or that include the words “targets,” “plans,” “believes,” “expects,” “intends,” “will,” “likely,” “may,” “anticipates,” “estimates,” “projects,” “forecasts,” “should,” “would,” “could,” “positioned,” “strategy,” “future,” “are confident,” or words, phrases or terms of similar substance or the negative thereof, are forward-looking statements. All projections in this press release are also forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors, some of which are beyond our control, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Among these factors are adverse effects on our business operations or financial results, including the overall global economic and business conditions impacting our business; the ability to achieve the benefits of our restructuring plans; the ability to successfully identify, finance, complete and integrate acquisitions, including the Electrical Products Group acquisition; competition and pricing pressures in the markets we serve; the impacts of tariffs; volatility in currency exchange rates, interest rates and commodity prices; inability to generate savings from excellence in operations initiatives consisting of lean enterprise, supply management and cash flow practices; inability to mitigate material and other cost inflation; risks related to the availability of, and cost inflation in, supply chain inputs, including labor, raw materials, commodities, packaging and transportation; increased risks associated with operating foreign businesses; risks associated with or arising from military conflicts; the ability to deliver backlog and win future project work; failure of markets to accept new product introductions and enhancements; the impact of changes in laws and regulations, including those that limit U.S. tax benefits; the outcome of litigation and governmental proceedings; and the ability to achieve our long-term strategic operating goals. Additional information concerning these and other factors is contained in our filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including our Annual Report on Form 10-K and our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. All forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release. nVent assumes no obligation, and disclaims any obligation, to update the information contained in this press release.

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