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Jefferies US Industrials Team: May Short Cycle Monitor Summary

Overview

Jefferies US Industrials Team presents the May Short-Cycle Monitor (SCM), a monthly data-driven analysis of short-term economic trends in the industrial sector. The team highlights key shifts in market conditions, particularly influenced by tariff and policy uncertainty, and discusses how these trends affect over 200 stocks in the Americas and nearly 600 globally.

Key Highlights from May SCM

Overall Performance

• May Result: 0 (unchanged from April)
• Leading Indicators: +2 (up from -2 in April)
• Tone of the Month: "Muted with a positive bias"

End-Market Rankings

• Favorable Markets (6): A&D, Manufacturing, O&G, Residential, Transportation, and Asia
• Unfavorable Markets (2): Agriculture and Steel
• Neutral Markets (3): Autos, Heavy Construction/Infrastructure, and Europe

Trends by Sector

• Improved MoM: A&D, Manufacturing, Heavy Construction, Europe, and Asia
• Weakened MoM: Transportation, Autos, Oil & Gas, Residential, and Steel
• Note: Autos were downgraded from favorable to neutral

Diffusion Index Insight

• The diffusion index of 0 in May suggests stabilization in the industrial economy, possibly due to policy and tariff certainty.

Call Details

• Date: Wednesday, May 20
• Time: 11:00 AM ET / 8:00 AM PT
• Speakers:
  • Chirag Patel – Machinery/Diversifieds/Distributors
  • Jane Gibbons – SMID Cap Strategist
• Duration: 30 minutes
• Content:
  • Review of monthly SCM results
  • Analysis of current trends and inflection points
  • Interactive Q&A session

Short-Cycle Monitor (SCM) Purpose

• Tracks short-term changes in data trends over the past month
• Provides a monthly Diffusion Index to assess the health of the Industrial Economy
• Focuses on 6 leading indicators to identify potential shifts in market performance

Investment Ratings and Methodology

Rating Definitions

• Buy: Expected total return of 15% or more within 12 months
• Hold: Expected total return of ±15% within 12 months
• Underperform: Expected total return of 10% or less within 12 months
• NR/CS/NC/Restricted/Monitor: Temporary suspension, coverage suspended, not covered, restricted communication, or monitoring only

Valuation Considerations

• Ratings are based on market capitalization, growth/value, volatility, and expected total return
• Price targets use various methodologies including:
  • Discounted Cash Flow (DCF)
  • EBITDA, EPS, and Free Cash Flow (FCF)
  • EV/EBITDA, P/E, P/CF, and other financial metrics

Franchise Picks

• Includes Buy-rated stocks from Jefferies analysts
• Selection is based on fundamental analysis, analyst conviction, and investment themes
• Not sector-based, but may indicate growth or value style
• Stocks are added or removed based on performance, rating changes, and stop-loss triggers

Risks and Considerations

• Market Risk: Prices and returns may fluctuate due to economic, financial, and political factors
• Currency Risk: Exchange rate changes may affect returns for non-US denominated instruments
• Conflict of Interest: Jefferies may have business relationships with companies covered in the report
• Regulatory Risk: The report is subject to various regulatory disclosures depending on the jurisdiction

Distribution and Jurisdictional Notes

• The report is not an investment recommendation and should be considered only one factor in decision-making
• Jurisdictional Restrictions apply:
  • Canada: Intended for professional or institutional investors
  • UK & EEA: For persons with suitable professional experience
  • Singapore: For accredited, expert, or institutional investors
  • Dubai: For Professional Clients only
  • Hong Kong: For professional investors
  • India: Distributed by Jefferies India Private Limited
  • Australia: For wholesale clients
  • Japan: For institutional investors only

Other Important Disclosures

• Jefferies may seek to do business with companies covered in the report
• No personalized advice is provided
• No suitability or performance guarantees are made
• Forward-looking statements are subject to change and risk
• Third-party content (e.g., credit ratings) is used with permission and may not be accurate or complete

Contact Information

• Jefferies US Industrials Team:
  Email: jefferiesusindustrials@jefferies.com
  Phone: (212) 284-2300

• Analysts:

  • Laurence Alexander: (212) 284-2553
  • Sheila Kahyaoglu: +1 (212) 336-7216
  • Christopher LaFemina, CFA: (212) 336-7304
  • Stephanie Moore: (615) 934-1384
  • Philip Ng, CFA: (212) 336-7369
  • Stephen Volkmann, CFA: (212) 284-2031
  • Steven G. DeSanctis, CFA: (212) 284-2056

• Investment Recommendation Record:

  • Published: May 20, 2025, 08:03 ET
  • Distributed: May 20, 2025, 08:03 ET

Ratings Distribution (Past 12 Months)

Conclusion

The May Short-Cycle Monitor indicates a positive bias with six favorable and two unfavorable end markets. The team will discuss the implications of the data and provide sector insights during an interactive call on May 20. Investors are advised to consider the report as a single factor in their decision-making process and to consult their own financial advisors for personalized guidance.