Honeywell International, Inc. - HON STOCK NEWS

Honeywell (NASDAQ: HON) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.98 per share on its common stock, payable on September 2, 2022. Shareholders of record as of August 12, 2022 will receive the payment. This regular dividend reflects the company's commitment to returning value to its investors. Honeywell continues to provide industry-specific solutions across various sectors, including aerospace and manufacturing, reinforcing its position as a leading Fortune 100 technology firm.

Honeywell has appointed Vimal Kapur as the new President and Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective immediately. Kapur, who previously served as President and CEO of Honeywell Performance Materials and Technologies, will oversee all Strategic Business Groups while continuing his role in PMT. This transition allows Chairman and CEO Darius Adamczyk more flexibility to focus on strategic objectives and customer engagement. Under Kapur’s leadership, Honeywell aims to enhance sustainability and digitalization initiatives while integrating its operating system, Honeywell Accelerator.

Honeywell reported a 2% increase in sales for Q2 2022, with organic sales growth of 4%, surpassing guidance. Earnings per share reached $1.84, adjusted to $2.10, exceeding expectations. Orders rose 12%, bolstering backlog to $29.5 billion. The company deployed $2.3 billion, including $1.4 billion for share repurchases. Despite a 20 basis point decline in operating margin to 17.9% due to a charge related to Russia, segment margins improved overall, indicating a resilient demand outlook despite economic uncertainties.

Archer Aviation has signed an agreement with Honeywell for the supply of flight control actuation and thermal management technologies. This partnership will support Archer's goal of achieving Type Certification for its production aircraft in 2024. Honeywell's technologies will enhance the safety and performance of Archer's electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, crucial for operating in urban environments. The collaboration emphasizes technological advancements in precision navigation and passenger comfort, contributing to Archer's mission of sustainable air mobility.

Honeywell (NASDAQ: HON) announced that CEO Mike Madsen will present at the Jefferies Industrials Conference in New York City on August 9, 2022, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:25 a.m. EDT. A real-time audio webcast of the presentation is available on their Investor Relations website, with related materials and a 30-day replay. Honeywell is a Fortune 100 technology company delivering aerospace, control technologies, and performance materials globally, aiming to create smarter and safer solutions.

Honeywell's report, Warehouse Automation: Future-Proofing the Global Economy, highlights critical automation strategies for businesses facing unpredictable consumer demand. It emphasizes that today's warehouses experience constant high demand, unlike previously predictable cycles. The report suggests focusing on worker augmentation with automation, challenging current technologies, and long-term investment in automation solutions. These insights, derived from industry leader interviews, outline how ongoing disruptions affect operational throughput and supply chain stability.

Honeywell (Nasdaq: HON) has invested in Electric Hydrogen's Series B funding round, contributing to a total of $198M raised. This investment aims to advance electrolyzer technology for green hydrogen production, supporting Honeywell's commitment to sustainability. The funding will enable Electric Hydrogen to scale its electrolyzer manufacturing and deploy pilot projects crucial for industrial applications. With a history of innovation in hydrogen solutions, Honeywell continues to enhance its role in promoting a hydrogen-based economy.

Honeywell (NASDAQ: HON) has finalized terms to invest in Rhino Health USA, enhancing U.S. production of nitrile exam gloves for healthcare and industrial sectors. This partnership aims to address the increasing demand for gloves, anticipated to nearly double by the end of the decade. With Honeywell's expertise in manufacturing and supply chain management, Rhino Health plans to efficiently scale operations at its new Fort Worth facility, expected to commence production by the end of 2022. Financial terms of the investment remain undisclosed.