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EnerSys bought Ultralife to increase its market share, boosted by demand from data centers and defense.

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EnerSys beat the profit estimate but missed sales; Industrial Mobility was weak, though data-center and defense sales were strong. Next-quarter ranges surround estimates, and Ultralife may add defense sales and savings, but the analyst cut its target from $280 to $250, leaving the picture mixed.

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The profit beat does not settle the picture because sales missed estimates and Industrial Mobility faced weaker demand. Data-center and defense demand remained strong. The company's next-quarter profit range surrounds the $3.10-per-share estimate. Its $935 million to $975 million sales range includes the $968 million estimate. Ultralife could add defense sales after its expected fiscal fourth-quarter closing. It may also bring $15 million to $20 million in yearly savings within 18 months of closing. These expected gains do not clearly outweigh the weaker sales and Industrial Mobility business.

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