Rockwell Automation Earns Hold Rating from Jefferies

Analysts maintain rating and price target on industrial automation company

Mar. 31, 2026 at 1:08pm

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Rockwell Automation (NYSE:ROK), a global industrial automation and digital transformation company, had its 'hold' rating reaffirmed by research analysts at Jefferies Financial Group. The analysts maintained their $380 price target on the stock, indicating a potential upside of 9.13% from the previous closing price.

Why it matters

Rockwell Automation is a major player in the industrial automation and control systems market, providing hardware, software, and services to manufacturers and industrial operators. Analysts' ratings and price targets can influence investor sentiment and stock performance, so this report provides insight into how Wall Street views the company's current position and future prospects.

The details

In their research report, the Jefferies analysts cited Rockwell Automation's recent financial performance and market positioning. The company has received a mix of ratings from analysts, with some upgrading the stock to 'buy' or 'strong buy' while others, like Jefferies, maintain a 'hold' recommendation.

  • Jefferies Financial Group issued the research report on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

The players

Rockwell Automation

A global industrial automation and digital transformation company headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Rockwell designs, manufactures, and supports control systems, industrial control hardware and software, and related services for manufacturers and industrial operators.

Jefferies Financial Group

A diversified financial services firm that provides investment banking, capital markets, and wealth management services. Jefferies issued the research report on Rockwell Automation.

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The takeaway

This report from Jefferies Financial Group provides insight into how Wall Street views Rockwell Automation's current position and future prospects. The 'hold' rating and maintained price target suggest analysts see the company as a stable, well-performing industrial automation player, but not necessarily a high-growth investment opportunity at this time.