Acuity Brands (AYI)
NYSEIndustrialsElectrical Equipment & PartsSnapshot 2026-09-04
$334.05+1.70%
Close 2026-09-04 · 1-day change
NYSEIndustrialsElectrical Equipment & PartsSnapshot 2026-09-04
QuarterlyIQ Insights · AYI
What must go right, what could break, what the price assumes, and what evidence comes next.
The current health of the standing investment case.
Recent financial performance is holding in the top half of its industry — the reason to own it looks intact.
One-year growth currently built into the price, compared with our model's estimate.
| Measure | Marker shape | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Growth built into the price | circle | -13.9% |
| Our one-year growth estimate | diamond | 5.6% |
Growth built into the price is above our model estimate.
The price assumes 19.5 percentage points less one-year growth.
The one-year revenue growth assumption on Valuation.
For each item: what to watch, what would become a concern, and what would make it less concerning.
A reporting-risk estimate, not a forecast of the stock-price response.
Model as of 2026-09-04 · Compared with 33 industry peers
AYI — credit agreement
Dated 2026-05-13
Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement On May 8, 2026, Acuity Inc. (the “Company”) entered into a Credit Agreement (the “Credit Agreement”) among the Company, the subsidiary borrowers from time to time party thereto, the various lenders from time to time party thereto, and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent. The Credit Agreement provides for an unsecured revolving credit facility that matures in May 2031 with an initial maximum aggregate amount of availability of $800 mill…
Why it matters: High use may show financial trouble. This can limit growth chances.
Worry ifCredit facility use is above 50%.
Less concerning ifCredit facility use is at or below 50%.
Why it matters: Strong cash flow is vital for funding growth and returning capital to shareholders. Exceeding this amount shows strong financial health.
Supportive ifCash flow from operations exceeds $520 million in Q3.
Worry ifCash flow from operations is below $520 million in Q3.
Why it matters: A drop in cash flow can limit the company. It may struggle to invest and pay shareholders.
Worry ifCash flow from operations reported below $520M for Q3.
Less concerning ifCash flow from operations reported above $520M for Q3.
Why it matters: If sales growth slows, it may signal challenges in market demand or competition. This could impact future earnings.
Worry ifQ3 net sales growth is reported below 1.6% year over year.
Less concerning ifQ3 net sales growth exceeds 1.6% year over year.
Why it matters: Strong cash flow helps with spending and growth plans. It shows the company can make cash from operations.
Watch forNet cash from operating activities is over $520 million in Q3.
Also watch forNet cash from operating activities falls below $520 million in Q3.
Why it matters: Growth in sales shows demand for Acuity's products. It confirms management's focus on expansion.
Supportive ifQ3 net sales growth exceeds 2% year over year.
Worry ifQ3 net sales growth is less than 2% year over year.
Why it matters: A stable or better margin shows Acuity can control costs and make money.
Supportive ifOperating profit margin stays above 18% in Q3.
Worry ifOperating profit margin falls below 18% in Q3.
Why it matters: Strong growth in this segment shows good innovation and market reach.
Supportive ifAcuity Intelligent Spaces segment growth is over 15% year over year in Q3.
Worry ifAcuity Intelligent Spaces segment growth is below 15% year over year in Q3.
Why it matters: Strong cash flow helps with spending and growth. It shows good financial health.
Supportive ifCash flow from operations exceeds $600M for FY 2026.
Worry ifCash flow from operations is less than $600M for FY 2026.
Historical relationships that met the evidence threshold. They do not prove cause or forecast a move.
Usually moved in the same direction.
Price observations: 365 days
Most sensitive to the broad stock market.
Based on historical daily prices through 2026-09-04.
Past price behavior in dollars on a $10,000 position. This does not measure permanent business risk.
How much price usually moves either way.
A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days.
Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year.
| Measure | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Typical day | ±$156 on $10,000 · ±1.6% | How much price usually moves either way. |
| Bad day | $308 loss on $10,000 · 3.1% | A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days. |
| Largest peak-to-trough drop in the past year | $3,152 loss on $10,000 · 31.5% | Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year. |
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement; 1.20 means about 20% more.
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement to the sector. This is secondary context.
Latest 30 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
Latest 252 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
20-trading-day average in US dollars.
Trading days used by the source risk snapshot.
Past results, not a forecast. Not investment advice.
Use the underlying financial and sector pages to investigate the cause.
Not investment advice. Scores describe historical and current data; they are not forecasts of future returns. Consult a licensed advisor before making investment decisions.