Powell Industries (POWL) experienced a sharp 17.03% plunge in its stock price during pre-market trading on Wednesday, November 20th, 2024. This significant decline came after the electrical energy control systems manufacturer reported its fiscal third-quarter 2024 financial results on Tuesday, which missed Wall Street's revenue expectations despite beating earnings estimates.

For the third quarter, Powell posted revenue of $275.1 million, falling short of the anticipated $286.5 million. While the company's adjusted earnings per share of $3.77 exceeded consensus estimates of $3.55, and its adjusted EBITDA also topped expectations, the revenue miss raised concerns among investors regarding Powell's future growth prospects.

Analysts have projected a revenue growth of only 7.2% over the next 12 months for Powell, a significant deceleration compared to the previous two years. This slower growth projection, coupled with the third-quarter revenue miss, has likely contributed to the pre-market sell-off, as investors re-evaluate the company's growth trajectory and potential challenges.