Honeywell Plummets 2.09 as $870M Volume Ranks 139th Amid Institutional Buying and Surpassed Earnings

Honeywell International (HON) fell 2.09% on August 1, 2025, with a trading volume of $870 million, ranking 139th in the market. Institutional investors have increased their stakes in the stock, including Arkadios Wealth Advisors, which boosted its position by 181.2% in the first quarter, and WIM INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Ltd, which raised its holding by 40.5%. The company reported Q2 earnings of $2.75 per share, exceeding estimates by $0.09, with revenue rising 8.1% year-over-year to $10.35 billion. Honeywell also announced a quarterly dividend of $1.13 per share, yielding 2.03%.

The stock’s recent decline follows strong earnings and a robust revenue performance, though institutional buying suggests continued confidence. Analysts have revised price targets upward, with Mizuho and Bank of America raising their estimates to $250 and $250, respectively. The dividend payout ratio remains at 51.42%, reflecting a balanced approach to shareholder returns and reinvestment.

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