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Rockwell Collins (COL) Misses Q3 Earnings & Revenue Estimates

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Rockwell Collins Inc. is the foremost global supplier of communications and avionics equipment for both commercial and military customers. It follows a strategic acquisition program. Apart from its acquisition- driven growth strategy, Rockwell Collins remains focused to expand its product and service offering through continuous investments in research and development activities.

However, dependence on international sales, a highly competitive market and high exposure to fixed-price contracts raise concerns. In September 2017, Rockwell Collins signed a definitive agreement with United Technologies Corp. Per the deal, United Technologies will acquire Rockwell Collins for a total transaction value of $30 billion.

Estimate Trend & Surprise History

Rockwell Collins’ fiscal third quarter 2018 estimate has remained stable over last 7 days and the consensus estimate stands at $1.89.

Talking about the earnings surprise, Rockwell Collins came out with positive earnings surprise in three of the last four earnings reports marking an average positive surprise of 2.79%.

The company currently has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). Going further things could definitely change given the company’s recently released earnings results.

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Rockwell Collins, Inc. Price and EPS Surprise

Rockwell Collins, Inc. Price and EPS Surprise | Rockwell Collins, Inc. Quote

Going below we have mentioned some of the vital information from this just-revealed announcement:

Earnings Beat: Rockwell Collins reported third-quarter fiscal 2018 adjusted earnings of $1.73 per share, which lagged behind the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.89.

Revenue Beat: The company also lagged behind the revenue expectations. Rockwell Collins posted revenues of $ 2,208 million for the fiscal third quarter, compared to our consensus estimate of $2,238 million.

Key Stats to Note: Rockwell Collins paid dividends worth $54 million in the reported quarter. As of June 30, 2018 cash provided by operating activities was $196 million compared to $416 million as on June 30, 2017.

Check back later for our full write up on this Rockwell Collins earnings report later!

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