UBS has downgraded ABM Industries Inc (ABM) to Neutral from Buy, effective December 17, 2025. This decision reflects a shift in sentiment regarding the company's outlook, likely due to concerns over competitive pressures and market conditions that could affect performance.
ABM Industries, headquartered in New York City, provides a range of facility, infrastructure, and mobility solutions, employing 117,000 full-time workers. The company operates across several segments, including Business & Industry, Manufacturing & Distribution, Education, Aviation, and Technical Solutions. As of December 16, 2025, ABM's market capitalization stands at $2.8 billion, with a P/E ratio of 24.44 and an EPS of 1.84.
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This downgrade follows a series of recent earnings reports where ABM's performance has shown mixed results, including a disappointing Q4 2025 EPS of $0.88, which fell short of the $1.10 estimate. Upcoming earnings are anticipated on June 4, 2026, with an EPS estimate of $0.93 and revenues projected at $2.2 billion.
Analyst consensus currently reflects 2 Strong Buy, 4 Buy, 5 Hold, with no Sell or Strong Sell ratings, indicating a general preference for ABM despite the recent downgrade.
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