Rockwell Automation, Inc. and ITT Inc.: SG&A Spending Patterns Compared

SG&A Spending Patterns: A Tale of Two Companies

In the competitive landscape of industrial automation and engineering, understanding spending patterns can reveal much about a company's strategic priorities. Rockwell Automation, Inc. and ITT Inc. have shown distinct trends in their Selling, General, and Administrative (SG&A) expenses over the past decade.

From 2014 to 2023, Rockwell Automation's SG&A expenses have consistently outpaced those of ITT Inc., with Rockwell's spending peaking at over 2 billion in 2023, marking a 29% increase from 2014. In contrast, ITT Inc.'s expenses peaked in 2014 and have since fluctuated, showing a 9% decrease by 2023.

These trends suggest Rockwell's aggressive investment in growth and market expansion, while ITT Inc. appears to be optimizing its operational efficiency. The data for 2024 is incomplete, leaving room for speculation on future strategies.