AZZ, Inc. (AZZ)
NYSEIndustrialsIndustrial - SpecialtiesSnapshot 2026-09-04
$140.02+1.87%
Close 2026-09-04 · 1-day change
NYSEIndustrialsIndustrial - SpecialtiesSnapshot 2026-09-04
QuarterlyIQ Insights · AZZ
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 | 9.9% |
| Our one-year growth estimate | diamond | 8.9% |
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.
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.
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.
Growth built into the price is above our model estimate.
The price assumes 1.0 percentage points more one-year growth.
The one-year revenue growth assumption on Valuation.
Model as of 2026-09-04 · Compared with 1 industry peers
AZZ — credit agreement
Dated 2026-05-08
Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement. Seventh Amendment to Credit Agreement On May 7, 2026, AZZ Inc. (the " Company ") entered into the Seventh Amendment to its existing Credit Agreement referenced below with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. (“ Wells Fargo ”), as Administrative Agent and Collateral Agent and the requisite lenders (the " Seventh Amendment" ). The Seventh Amendment amends the Credit Agreement dated as of May 13, 2022 by and among Wells Fargo, as Administrative Agent and Collateral…
Why it matters: Strong sales growth in Metal Coatings supports the company's organic growth strategy. It shows demand in key markets.
Supportive ifMetal Coatings sales growth exceeds 10% year-over-year in Q2.
Worry ifMetal Coatings sales growth falls below 5% year-over-year in Q2.
Why it matters: Strong cash flow helps with spending and paying off debt. This is key for health.
Supportive ifOperating cash flow exceeds $37.1 million in Q2.
Worry ifOperating cash flow falls below $37.1 million in Q2.
Why it matters: Guidance on capital expenditures shows how much the company plans to invest in growth. Higher spending can drive future revenue.
Supportive ifCapital spending guidance is set at $100 million or more.
Worry ifCapital spending guidance is cut to below $80 million.
Why it matters: New HR leaders could boost employee engagement and productivity. This helps the company overall.
Supportive ifEmployee engagement scores go up in the next survey.
Worry ifEmployee engagement scores decline or remain stagnant in the next survey.
We watch for confirming and disproving signals on each item. Resolutions are found automatically where possible and checked by hand for unclear cases. Last 90 days shown.
Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year.
| Measure | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Typical day | ±$132 on $10,000 · ±1.3% | How much price usually moves either way. |
| Bad day | $337 loss on $10,000 · 3.4% | A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days. |
| Largest peak-to-trough drop in the past year | $1,816 loss on $10,000 · 18.2% | 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.
Why it matters: Successful acquisitions can boost growth. They also increase value for shareholders.
Supportive ifA new acquisition was announced. It matches AZZ's growth goals.
Worry ifNo new acquisitions were announced. Management says there are no good targets.
Why it matters: Changes to guidance show management's confidence and market conditions. This can affect how investors feel and stock performance.
Watch forManagement raises sales guidance for fiscal year 2027. It is now over $1.85 billion.
Also watch forManagement lowers sales guidance for fiscal year 2027. It is now under $1.725 billion.
Why it matters: This report will show if AZZ continues its growth trend and meets revised guidance.
Supportive ifQ2 earnings report shows sales over $1.80 billion. Adjusted EBITDA is over $375 million.
Worry ifQ2 earnings report shows sales under $1.80 billion. Adjusted EBITDA is under $375 million.
Why it matters: Strong cash flow helps with spending and paying down debt.
Supportive ifCash flow from operations exceeds $40 million in the next quarter.
Worry ifCash flow from operations falls below $40 million in the next quarter.
Why it matters: A low net leverage ratio indicates strong financial health and supports growth plans.
Supportive ifNet leverage ratio remains below 1.5x in the next financial report.
Worry ifNet leverage ratio rises above 1.5x in the next financial report.
Why it matters: New acquisitions could help growth and improve market position in metal coatings.
Supportive ifA new acquisition that matches growth plans is announced.
Worry ifNo acquisitions have been announced, even with ongoing talks.