Carrier Global's quarterly earnings of 57 cents exceeded consensus estimates, driving shares up 1.1% to $67.87. The sales figure of $5.341 billion also surpassed expectations, prompting analysts to revise price targets positively.
CARR beat Q2 earnings but saw an 11% stock drop. Full-year sales guidance is at $23 billion, lower than expected. Market perceives slower growth due to lack of raised guidance. CARR shares traded at a high multiple before earnings. Investors are cautious amidst expensive valuations across the market.
U.S. equities fell amid disappointing corporate earnings and upcoming Fed rate decision. Carrier Global shares dropped due to concerns over soft residential HVAC demand. Whirlpool missed estimates and reduced its guidance, impacting market sentiment negatively. Oil and gold futures increased while Treasury yield fell, indicating economic volatility. Waste Management exceeded forecasts, boosted by its acquisition of Stericycle.