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Otis: 3 Key Takeaways for Long-Term Investors

Recurring service revenue and expanding modernization backlogs create a cash flow moat against construction cycles.

Otis (OTIS) reported 6% organic sales growth in its third quarter of 2026, driven by expansion in its service business. The company's focus on modernization upgrades and expanding its modernization backlog provides long-term revenue visibility and higher profit margins. Key takeaways for long-term investors include the company's proactive service calls, algorithmic micro pricing, and high-margin repair work, which help protect operating profit dollars against rising labor costs.

Additionally, expansion in North American building construction and the stabilization of global elevator demand outside of China support the company's long-term growth prospects.

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