Emerson Electric's biggest risks in the FY2024 10-K
- Emerson Electric faces standard operational risks dominated by competitive pressures, macroeconomic volatility in end markets, and intellectual property protection.
The risks most specific to Emerson Electric
- Business and Operational Risks
We Operate in Businesses That Are Subject to Competitive Pressures That Could Affect Prices or Demand for Our Products
Intense competition and volatile market environments could negatively affect prices and demand for products.
- Business and Operational Risks
If We Are Unable to Defend or Protect Our Intellectual Property Rights, the Company's Competitive Position Could Be Adversely Affected
The company's competitive position could suffer if patents, trademarks, and trade secrets are successfully challenged or infringed.
- Business and Operational Risks
Our Business Success Depends on the Ability to Attract, Develop and Retain Key Personnel
Operations rely on retaining key management and qualified personnel to achieve human capital goals and business success.
- Business and Operational Risks
Security and/or Data Privacy Breaches, or Disruptions of Our Information Technology Systems Could Adversely Affect Our Business
Disruptions or breaches of information technology networks and systems could adversely affect business processes.
- Industry and General Economic Risks
Recessions, Adverse Market Conditions or Downturns in End Markets We Serve May Negatively Affect Our Operations
Recessions and adverse conditions in served end markets could lead to impairment charges and lower sales.
- Legal and Regulatory Risks
Changes in Tax Rates, Laws or Regulations and the Resolution of Tax Disputes Could Adversely Impact Our Financial Results
Global operations are subject to complex tax laws, rates, regulations, and potential tax disputes in the U.S. and abroad.
- Legal and Regulatory Risks
We Are Subject to Litigation and Environmental Regulations That Could Adversely Impact Our Operating Results
Legal proceedings and environmental regulations could impact operating results, including matters involving artificial intelligence and government contracts.
All 7 risk factors
Headings as the filing states them, in filing order.
Business and Operational Risks
- 01We Operate in Businesses That Are Subject to Competitive Pressures That Could Affect Prices or Demand for Our Products
- 02If We Are Unable to Defend or Protect Our Intellectual Property Rights, the Company's Competitive Position Could Be Adversely Affected
- 03Our Business Success Depends on the Ability to Attract, Develop and Retain Key Personnel
- 04Security and/or Data Privacy Breaches, or Disruptions of Our Information Technology Systems Could Adversely Affect Our Business
Industry and General Economic Risks
- 05Recessions, Adverse Market Conditions or Downturns in End Markets We Serve May Negatively Affect Our Operations
Legal and Regulatory Risks
- 06Changes in Tax Rates, Laws or Regulations and the Resolution of Tax Disputes Could Adversely Impact Our Financial Results
- 07We Are Subject to Litigation and Environmental Regulations That Could Adversely Impact Our Operating Results
Other Emerson Electric 10-Ks
- FY2025 10-K risk factors8 risks1 new1 reworded
Emerson Electric Co. added a new risk regarding artificial intelligence adoption, while intellectual property risks remained unchanged in substance.
Filed Nov 10, 2025
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