Dover Corporation’s Inventory Gamble: Genius Move Or Costly Misstep In A Volatile Market? 

Dover Corporation reported a positive start to 2025, showcasing a promising first quarter with notable financial performance. The company’s adjusted earnings per share rose by 19% compared to the previous year, and the adjusted EBITDA margin improved by 240 basis points to reach 24%. These results were achieved through a healthy mix of growth platforms, structural cost actions from prior periods, and successful pricing strategies. Particularly, four out of Dover’s five segments witnessed margin expansion exceeding 100 basis points.