ABB Ltd (ADR) (ABB)
A provider of power and automation technologies that enable utility and industry customers to improve performance while lowering environmental impact.
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1Pinkster
(32.63)
Submitted: 11/10/2009 5:30:12 PM :
Start Price:
$20.13
ABB Score:
+6.34
The energy parts business has already had it's run and until solar and wind power gets a real commitment from government it will just continue without real growth.
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drilldrilldrill
(84.11)
Submitted: 9/30/2009 11:40:22 AM :
Start Price:
$11.89
ABB Score:
+8.38
With current GLOBAL concerns on the green earth and current President this is a match and a big
grower of green. GREEN CASH that is.
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SIP09UofM
(52.51)
Submitted: 9/21/2009 6:59:36 PM :
Start Price:
$20.95
ABB Score:
-12.97
ABB won a $41 million contract for upgrading Sao Paulo urban rail netwrok. 75% of its growth in the past 5 years has been in developing economies so the company plans to continue forcusing on these areas.
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dream77
(61.05)
Submitted: 9/20/2009 4:11:09 PM :
Start Price:
$20.18
ABB Score:
-10.68
It will take time. Wait.
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TomFoolNC
(97.37)
Submitted: 9/10/2009 11:48:03 AM :
Start Price:
$20.59
ABB Score:
-14.89
build out of smart grid and support of reewables
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investGAguy56
(43.92)
Submitted: 9/9/2009 10:05:10 AM :
Start Price:
$20.35
ABB Score:
-14.57
This company already has projects around the world and will outperform in a bull market.
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5SsmallcapDIV
(69.48)
Submitted: 9/2/2009 3:55:38 PM :
Start Price:
$18.52
ABB Score:
-8.85
5 Star, Small Cap- pays dividend
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Brian7992
(< 20)
Submitted: 8/20/2009 7:38:26 AM :
Start Price:
$18.31
ABB Score:
-7.71
It's all about Power!
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Sundolly
(89.42)
Submitted: 8/11/2009 2:45:30 PM :
Start Price:
$18.00
ABB Score:
-6.15
Spin-off in countries where this service is in growing demanding.
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aikiboy2k
(35.33)
Submitted: 8/4/2009 12:51:13 PM :
Start Price:
$18.56
ABB Score:
-8.94
Cash rich company will thrive as world economy recovers.
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Hink1027
(< 20)
Submitted: 8/4/2009 9:41:13 AM :
Start Price:
$18.49
ABB Score:
-8.51
Global macro trend of reinvestment in infrastructure creates abundant opportunity for this industry leading company.
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michaeltbryant
(< 20)
Submitted: 7/29/2009 7:11:10 PM :
Start Price:
$17.74
ABB Score:
-5.84
The GE of Europe.
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lonewulf47638
(61.08)
Submitted: 7/1/2009 12:33:05 PM :
Start Price:
$15.89
ABB Score:
-0.62
Good P/E and potemtial for growth. Selling excess power is going to be profitable for utilities.
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WhiskeyGirl
(75.25)
Submitted: 6/17/2009 7:08:16 AM :
Start Price:
$15.08
ABB Score:
+3.30
I've been researching 'green' stocks but dread the overhyped solar stocks or other obviously eco-friendly picks. ABB also earns significant revenue from emerging markets, China, India etc and in addition to being a long term revenue stream as their infrastructures develop, I value the dollar hedge that this Swiss based company can provide.
No matter the source of energy, the power generated nonetheless needs to be transmitted to customers. With so many new energy sources being developed, ABB stands to profit from it.
Most of all, at this price, it looks like a bargain.
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LibbyLoo00
(78.73)
Submitted: 6/14/2009 5:27:32 PM :
Start Price:
$15.80
ABB Score:
+0.70
I'm taking advantage of foreign currency changes (as the dollar inevitably weakens) plus global infrastructure spending to come with ABB. And 3% yield based on my $15 purchase last month will be safe, given the $2.7B FCF to its $1B dividend payment. Not to mention $6.3 undeployed cash on the books at this time.
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A6EIntruder
(62.50)
Submitted: 6/12/2009 11:22:10 AM :
Start Price:
$16.28
ABB Score:
-0.92
What does ABB do or make, and why is it going to be important in the next five years?
ABB makes robotics systems, circuit breakers (of the giant-sized sort), power control and distro systems. They are also active in manufacturing consulting, water systems, and supply chain integration. (The company currently buys about US$18B of products from vendors--so this is something they'd better get right!) I know it's common to point to the big players and say, "INFRASTRUCTURE!" and leave it at that, but I think there is a lot to yelling "INFRASTRUCTURE!" in a crowded marketplace. If you own a factory, you need smart meters and power controls which make you more efficient--ABB does that. If you are building a giant wind farm in the middle of Texas, you need a way to get that energy to market--ABB does that. If you want to build a Big Smoky Coal Plant, you also need what ABB has.
The good: Its greatest sales are in the European markets, and sales in NA and Asia have been on a steady climb up for the past three years. Annual sales and Gross Operating Profit have all increased in the last four years. As of Dec 2008, they had 6.3B on hand in cash; and current assets exceed total liabilities (current and non-current). Net cash from continuing operations is also up (although net income is down approx $600m from last year--I think cash from continuing ops is more important--if I'm wrong please tell me).
The bad: I'm not happy about EPS estimates on the decline. But we knew 2009 was going to be a tough year, right?
Correct me if I read the financial statements incorrectly, but it looks like ABB has what it takes to get through this year.
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targetphil
(34.56)
Submitted: 5/29/2009 3:58:46 PM :
Start Price:
$16.03
ABB Score:
-2.87
numbers dont lie!
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MMcCabeNMC
(71.21)
Submitted: 5/28/2009 3:05:08 PM :
Start Price:
$15.85
ABB Score:
-3.68
ABB manufactures power transmission line equipment. Solar and wind will require a new power line structure. The old grid also needs to be updated. A stock that has strong financials, and that has been badly beaten down - hopefully a value stock and not a value trap...
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Fabfrank
(60.47)
Submitted: 5/7/2009 2:29:01 PM :
Start Price:
$15.51
ABB Score:
-1.37
Low debt, cash hoard, sweet spot in the energy transference business= Kaching!
Also, looking to expand position in US market. Should also benefit from global stimulus spending
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soycapital
(89.70)
Submitted: 5/7/2009 1:04:43 PM :
Start Price:
$15.58
ABB Score:
-1.20
income from developing countries
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