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    Piyush Avasthy

    Research Analyst at Citi

    Piyush Avasthy is an Analyst at Citigroup specializing in equity research, notably covering companies such as Zebra Technologies and Cognex within the industrial technology sector. His coverage has included significant rating updates, such as revising the price target for Zebra Technologies and Cognex, with his calls demonstrating high alignment with market outcomes—historical data shows returns up to 91.87% on Zebra and 64.75% on Cognex calls. Avasthy has issued actionable research notes and target updates at Citi since at least 2023, but earlier career details and prior firm affiliations are not publicly documented. While specifics about his professional credentials, securities licenses, or regulatory registrations are not available, his active analyst status at Citigroup indicates adherence to industry standards for equity research professionals.

    Piyush Avasthy's questions to Ralliant (RAL) leadership

    Piyush Avasthy's questions to Ralliant (RAL) leadership • Q2 2025

    Question

    Piyush Avasthy from Citi inquired about the demand drivers in North America, given the mid-single-digit revenue decline, and sought details on the stabilization seen in China, asking if it was sustainable or due to easier comparisons.

    Answer

    President and CEO Tami Newcombe explained that North American performance is mixed, with strength in utilities and defense offsetting some weakness in Test and Measurement, except for areas related to AI data centers. Regarding China, she attributed the stability to growth in the in-region Sensors business, which is counteracting slower Test and Measurement demand partly impacted by export controls.

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    Piyush Avasthy's questions to ZEBRA TECHNOLOGIES (ZBRA) leadership

    Piyush Avasthy's questions to ZEBRA TECHNOLOGIES (ZBRA) leadership • Q2 2025

    Question

    Piyush Avasthy requested more color on the trends driving the raised 5-7% sales growth guidance, specifically asking for a breakout of performance in adjacencies like machine vision, mobile robots, and RFID. He also asked about the hardware replacement cycle, including visibility into 2026 refresh plans.

    Answer

    CEO Bill Burns highlighted continued strength in retail/e-commerce and a normalized T&L market, with adjacencies like machine vision and RFID playing important roles across verticals. Regarding the refresh cycle, he noted that while it's too early to guide for 2026, they anticipate an accelerated cycle over the next several years as the installed base of devices has grown and customers look to upgrade.

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    Piyush Avasthy's questions to ZEBRA TECHNOLOGIES (ZBRA) leadership • Q1 2025

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    Piyush Avasthy asked for more detail on the manufacturing end market, which has lagged other verticals, and inquired about the timeline and costs associated with shifting production out of China to mitigate tariffs.

    Answer

    CEO William Burns acknowledged that the manufacturing vertical, while growing at a high single-digit rate, is lagging the double-digit growth seen in other verticals. CFO Nathan Winters added that shifting production can take 12-18 months, with minimal direct CapEx for Zebra as manufacturing partners bear most of the cost. He noted they are awaiting policy certainty before making further long-term moves.

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    Piyush Avasthy's questions to ZEBRA TECHNOLOGIES (ZBRA) leadership • Q4 2024

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    Piyush Avasthy of Citigroup asked for elaboration on regional demand trends in Europe and China and the outlook for those regions in 2025. He also followed up on the lagging manufacturing vertical, asking if there has been a step-up in conversations around automation and supply chain reshaping.

    Answer

    CEO William Burns noted that EMEA growth was led by Northern Europe, while China saw modest, stabilizing growth but represents only 3% of sales. He confirmed that while manufacturing is currently lagging other verticals, it remains a long-term automation opportunity as companies invest in machine vision and mobile solutions.

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    Piyush Avasthy's questions to COGNEX (CGNX) leadership

    Piyush Avasthy's questions to COGNEX (CGNX) leadership • Q2 2025

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    Piyush Avasthy of Citi asked for an update on the automotive EV end market, including customer CapEx plans beyond 2025. He also questioned why, with margins already at 20% and markets recovering, the company couldn't reach its 25-30% long-term target sooner.

    Answer

    CEO Matt Moschner described the auto market as having macro uncertainty but strong underlying drivers for vision, such as quality control and labor scarcity. He noted engagement on EV projects continues despite prior overcapacity. CFO Dennis Fehr explained that the first milestone is to sustain over 20% adjusted EBITDA on a trailing-twelve-month basis, after which they will work towards the 25% target, confirming they are driving towards that goal.

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    Piyush Avasthy's questions to COGNEX (CGNX) leadership • Q1 2025

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    Piyush Avasthy of Citi inquired about the tangible progress of the reshoring opportunity, asking about customer conversations and conversion timelines. He also sought color on trends in China, including local sentiment and the pricing environment.

    Answer

    CEO Robert Willett confirmed increased customer conversations around reshoring to the US, with a heavy emphasis on automation, but noted these are long-term projects with sales occurring late in the cycle. In China, he attributed the Q1 revenue decline to project timing in consumer electronics, with the broader business stable. CFO Dennis Fehr added that while the China market is price-competitive, the company successfully offset these pressures with COGS productivity in Q1 and aims to continue this trend.

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    Piyush Avasthy's questions to COGNEX (CGNX) leadership • Q4 2024

    Question

    Piyush Avasthy asked if Cognex has seen a step-up in customer conversations about reshoring manufacturing to the U.S. and requested an update on the competitive pricing environment, particularly in China.

    Answer

    CEO Robert Willett noted an increase in discussions about reshoring but characterized the current state as one of 'uncertainty and confusion' rather than immediate action. Regarding China, he reiterated that it is an extremely competitive market where Cognex's strategy is to maintain customer share, even if it requires pricing concessions, as their technology still provides good margins. CFO Dennis Fehr added that pricing is a lesser factor on gross margin compared to the Moritex impact, mix, and volume.

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