Fortive Corp is a diversified industrial technology company that specializes in providing essential technologies and solutions across a range of applications, including industrial automation, sensing, and software-driven data solutions. The company operates through various segments, focusing on areas such as precision instruments, automated workflow solutions, and electronic and industrial components. Fortive's innovative products are designed to enhance productivity, improve operational efficiency, and support a variety of industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, and utilities. With a commitment to sustainable practices and continuous improvement, Fortive aims to empower customers through reliable and advanced technological solutions. Read More
Fortive Corporation (“Fortive”) (NYSE: FTV) today announced that Mark Okerstrom, Chief Financial Officer, will be presenting at the 2026 J.P. Morgan Industrials Conference on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026, at 12:20 p.m. ET. The audio will be simultaneously webcast and achived on the "Investors" section of Fortive’s website, www.fortive.com.
Fortive Corporation (“Fortive”) (NYSE: FTV) announced today that its Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.06 per share of its common stock, par value $0.01 per share, payable on March 27, 2026 to common stockholders of record on March 13, 2026. Although Fortive expects to pay dividends on a quarterly basis, any subsequent declaration of dividends, including the amount, the record dates and the payment dates for any such future dividend payments, is subject to the discretion of the Board of Directors.
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Fortive Corporation (“Fortive”) (NYSE: FTV) today announced that Olumide Soroye, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Mark Okerstrom, Chief Financial Officer, will be presenting at Citi's 2026 Global Industrial Tech and Mobility Conference on Tuesday, February 17th, 2026 at 3:30 p.m. ET and Barclays 43rd Annual Industrial Select Conference on Wednesday, February 18th, 2026 at 11:35 a.m. ET. The audio will be simultaneously webcast and archived on the "Investors" section of Fortive’s website, www.fortive.com.
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