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Why Motorola (MSI) is a Top Growth Stock for the Long-Term

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Motorola (MSI)

Based in Chicago, IL Motorola Solutions, Inc. is a leading communications equipment manufacturer and has strong market positions in bar code scanning, wireless infrastructure gear, and government communications. The company was formed following the split-off from its parent company Motorola, Inc. on Jan 4, 2011. Motorola Solutions generally provides services and solutions to the government segments and public safety programs together with large enterprises and wireless infrastructure service providers. It develops and services both analog and digital two-way radio, voice and data communications products and systems for private networks, wireless broadband systems and end-to-end enterprise mobility solutions to a wide range of enterprise markets.

MSI sits at a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), holds a Growth Style Score of A, and has a VGM Score of B. Earnings and sales are forecasted to increase 9% and 6.9% year-over-year, respectively.

Eight analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days, and the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.30 to $13.02 per share for 2024. MSI boasts an average earnings surprise of 7.5%.

Motorola is also cash rich. The company has generated cash flow growth of 7.9%, and is expected to report cash flow expansion of 7.8% in 2024.

Investors should take the time to consider MSI for their portfolios due to its solid Zacks Rank rating, notable growth metrics, and impressive Growth and VGM Style Scores.

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