U.S.-based diversified industrial and engineered products manufacturer Roper Industries Inc. is performing well as a result of strong end-market demand in its varied segments. We are placing our ratings, including the 'BBB-' corporate credit rating, on Roper Industries on CreditWatch with positive implications. After completing our review of Roper's financial data, credit metrics, and our forecast, we could either raise or affirm our ratings on the company. On Nov. 10, 2011, Standard&Poor's Ratings Services placed its ratings, including the 'BBB-' corporate credit rating, on Sarasota, Fla.-based Roper Industries Inc. on CreditWatch with positive implications. The CreditWatch placement reflects our expectation that Roper will continue to benefit from continued strong end-market demand in several businesses. As a result, operating
