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Here's Why Investors Should Bet on Allegion (ALLE) Stock Now
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Allegion plc (ALLE - Free Report) is benefiting from strength in the Allegion International segment, acquired assets and shareholder-friendly moves.
Let us delve into the factors that make this Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) company a smart investment choice at the moment.
Growth Catalysts
Business Strength: Allegion is poised to gain from strong momentum in the Allegion International segment. An increase in demand for electronic security products, driven by growing awareness about the security and safety of people and infrastructure, is aiding the segment. Higher adoption of advanced technologies and solutions in the electronics security products market is expected to drive Allegion’s performance in the quarters ahead.
Driven by strength across the business, the company expects the Allegion International segment’s revenues to increase in the range of 1.5-3.5% year over year in 2024. Allegion’s total revenues are also anticipated to rise in the band of 1.5-3.5% in 2024 from the year-ago levels, while organic sales are expected to increase in the range of 1-3%. We expect the company’s sales to be up 2.5% on a year-over-year basis.
Accretive Acquisitions: Over time, ALLE has steadily strengthened its business through acquisitions. In the first quarter, acquisitions boosted the company’s sales by 0.3%. In June 2024, the company acquired Krieger Specialty Products. The addition of Krieger’s expertise in specialty solutions will enable Allegion to strengthen its door and frame portfolio. Also, in the same month, it purchased Unicel Architectural Corp. The inclusion of Unicel’s proficiency in glass and building envelope solutions will enable the company to boost its product portfolio within the non-residential business. Both the acquired businesses have been incorporated into the Allegion Americas segment.
In March 2024, Allegion completed the acquisition of Montajes Electronics Dorcas S.L. (Dorcas), which has been incorporated into the Allegion International segment. The inclusion of Dorcas’ expertise in electric strikes and lock solutions, coupled with its strong innovation capabilities, will enable Allegion to boost its security products portfolio. It will also help the company to expand its presence in lucrative end markets like healthcare and education. Allegion also acquired Livingston, Scotland-based Boss Door Controls in February, thereby expanding its U.K. business with a complementary portfolio and broader channel access. Boss Door Controls is part of the Allegion International segment.
Rewards to Shareholders: Allegion continues to increase shareholders’ value through dividend payments and share repurchases. Dividends paid out totaled $42.1 million in the first three months of 2024, reflecting an increase of 6.9% year over year. In the same period, Allegion repurchased shares for $40 million. In 2023, the company disbursed dividends worth $158.7 million and bought back shares for $59.9 million. In February, Allegion announced a 7% hike in its quarterly dividend rate, which is now 48 cents per share.
Northward Estimate Revision: The Zacks Consensus Estimate for ALLE’s 2024 earnings has been revised 0.7% upward in the past 60 days.
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Here's Why Investors Should Bet on Allegion (ALLE) Stock Now
Allegion plc (ALLE - Free Report) is benefiting from strength in the Allegion International segment, acquired assets and shareholder-friendly moves.
Let us delve into the factors that make this Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) company a smart investment choice at the moment.
Growth Catalysts
Business Strength: Allegion is poised to gain from strong momentum in the Allegion International segment. An increase in demand for electronic security products, driven by growing awareness about the security and safety of people and infrastructure, is aiding the segment. Higher adoption of advanced technologies and solutions in the electronics security products market is expected to drive Allegion’s performance in the quarters ahead.
Driven by strength across the business, the company expects the Allegion International segment’s revenues to increase in the range of 1.5-3.5% year over year in 2024. Allegion’s total revenues are also anticipated to rise in the band of 1.5-3.5% in 2024 from the year-ago levels, while organic sales are expected to increase in the range of 1-3%. We expect the company’s sales to be up 2.5% on a year-over-year basis.
Accretive Acquisitions: Over time, ALLE has steadily strengthened its business through acquisitions. In the first quarter, acquisitions boosted the company’s sales by 0.3%. In June 2024, the company acquired Krieger Specialty Products. The addition of Krieger’s expertise in specialty solutions will enable Allegion to strengthen its door and frame portfolio. Also, in the same month, it purchased Unicel Architectural Corp. The inclusion of Unicel’s proficiency in glass and building envelope solutions will enable the company to boost its product portfolio within the non-residential business. Both the acquired businesses have been incorporated into the Allegion Americas segment.
In March 2024, Allegion completed the acquisition of Montajes Electronics Dorcas S.L. (Dorcas), which has been incorporated into the Allegion International segment. The inclusion of Dorcas’ expertise in electric strikes and lock solutions, coupled with its strong innovation capabilities, will enable Allegion to boost its security products portfolio. It will also help the company to expand its presence in lucrative end markets like healthcare and education. Allegion also acquired Livingston, Scotland-based Boss Door Controls in February, thereby expanding its U.K. business with a complementary portfolio and broader channel access. Boss Door Controls is part of the Allegion International segment.
Rewards to Shareholders: Allegion continues to increase shareholders’ value through dividend payments and share repurchases. Dividends paid out totaled $42.1 million in the first three months of 2024, reflecting an increase of 6.9% year over year. In the same period, Allegion repurchased shares for $40 million. In 2023, the company disbursed dividends worth $158.7 million and bought back shares for $59.9 million. In February, Allegion announced a 7% hike in its quarterly dividend rate, which is now 48 cents per share.
Northward Estimate Revision: The Zacks Consensus Estimate for ALLE’s 2024 earnings has been revised 0.7% upward in the past 60 days.
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