Fortive faces risks from global economic conditions, market fluctuations, supply chain disruptions, competition, new product development challenges, employee retention, IT system vulnerabilities, product defects, distributor issues, restructuring impacts, labor disputes, and natural disasters. International operations, acquisitions, divestitures, regulatory changes, litigation, pandemics, climate change, AI management, debt obligations, interest rate changes, and credit rating downgrades pose further risks. Tax and accounting changes, goodwill impairment, and financing activities also present potential issues.
Financial Upside
Fortive anticipates revenue growth of approximately 3% for Q4 2024 and the full year. Core revenue growth is projected at 1% for the same periods. Favorable pricing, increased volume in certain products, and acquisitions (net of divestitures) are driving this growth. The pending separation into two companies is also a potential positive, though contingent on various approvals and conditions.
