POWL

Powell Industries (POWL) fell 7.66% in trading, significantly underperforming the S&P 500's 1.11% decline. Despite positive earnings projections showing 7.80% EPS growth and 10.19% revenue growth for the upcoming quarter, the stock carries a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell) rating. Trading at a Forward P/E of 26.61 versus its industry average of 24.99, POWL appears overvalued with no recent analyst estimate revisions.

Powell Industries stock declined 4.03% to $189.78, underperforming the S&P 500's 0.47% loss on October 8, 2026. Despite the daily decline, POWL has gained 9.7% over the past month and outperformed its sector.

Analysts project upcoming EPS of $1.52 (up 7.80% YoY) and revenue of $328.35 million (up 10.19% YoY), with full-year estimates showing 8.28% earnings growth and 7.57% revenue growth. The stock holds a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) rating.

Powell Industries has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) rating due to rising earnings estimate revisions. The energy equipment company is expected to earn $5.36 per share for fiscal year ending September 2026, with analysts steadily raising estimates over the past three months. The upgrade positions POWL in the top 20% of Zacks-covered stocks, suggesting potential for near-term stock price appreciation.