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AWI Stock Chart & Stats
$160.71
$2.66(1.68%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$160.71
$2.66(1.68%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$150.28 - $206.08
Previous CloseN/A
Volume434.66K
Average Volume (3M)442.72K
Market Cap
$7.70B
Enterprise Value$7.35K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$78.60M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$579.40M
Price to Earnings (P/E)24.5
Beta0.84
Next Earnings
Oct 27, 2026EPS Estimate
2.39Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield0.76%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)7.31
Shares Outstanding42,262,825
10 Day Avg. Volume508,298
30 Day Avg. Volume442,724
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.60
Price to Book (P/B)9.25
Price to Sales (P/S)5.14
P/FCF Ratio33.86
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$202.00Price Target Upside25.69% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering5
EPS Forecast (FY)8.3
Revenue Forecast (FY)$1.77B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Profitability & MarginsAWI’s sustained high gross and net margins with revenue scaled to TTM $1.70B indicate durable pricing power and efficient manufacturing. These structural margins provide a buffer against cyclical revenue swings and support long‑term cash generation and reinvestment capacity even if top‑line growth moderates.
Cash GenerationRobust OCF and FCF levels provide persistent internal funding for growth, debt reduction and capital returns. Strong cash conversion (OCF > net income) supports sustained buybacks/dividends and funds strategic initiatives without relying heavily on external financing, increasing financial resilience over the medium term.
Balance Sheet Strength & Capital AllocationMaterial deleveraging and equity expansion materially lower financial risk and expand strategic optionality. Combined with raised guidance and demonstrated repurchases, a stronger balance sheet allows disciplined capital allocation—supporting M&A, buybacks or reinvestment while maintaining flexibility through economic cycles.
Bears Say
Input Cost InflationSustained freight, raw material and steel cost inflation is a structural headwind that can compress margins if price realization lags. Given product mix and WAVE steel exposure, persistent input inflation risks eroding the company’s margin advantage unless offset by ongoing AUV gains or efficiency improvements.
Higher SG&A & Acquisition DilutionManagement’s investment in sales/resources and acquisition integration raises recurring SG&A and creates near‑term dilution to segment margins. If elevated SG&A persists or acquired businesses take longer to margin‑expand, consolidated profitability and free cash flow growth could be capped for multiple quarters.
Cyclicality / Muted End MarketsAWI’s revenue is tied to commercial construction and renovation cycles; ongoing market muteness and lumpy channels increase revenue volatility risk. Structural dependence on project flows and spec wins means macro slowdowns or reduced nonresidential investment can materially weaken backlog and growth sustainability.
Armstrong World News
AWI FAQ
What was Armstrong World’s price range in the past 12 months?
Armstrong World lowest stock price was $150.28 and its highest was $206.08 in the past 12 months.
What is Armstrong World’s market cap?
Armstrong World’s market cap is $7.70B.
When is Armstrong World’s upcoming earnings report date?
Armstrong World’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 27, 2026 which is in 70 days.
How were Armstrong World’s earnings last quarter?
Armstrong World released its earnings results on Jul 28, 2026. The company reported $2.36 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $2.248 by $0.112.
Is Armstrong World overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Armstrong World’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Armstrong World pay dividends?
Armstrong World pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.339 which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.76%. See more information on Armstrong World dividends here
What is Armstrong World’s EPS estimate?
Armstrong World’s EPS estimate is 2.39.
How many shares outstanding does Armstrong World have?
Armstrong World has 42,262,825 shares outstanding.
What happened to Armstrong World’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Armstrong World reported an EPS of $2.36 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $2.248. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 8.128%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Armstrong World?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AWI
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Armstrong World Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$202.00 (25.69% Upside)
$202.00 (25.69% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Neutral
AWI Sentiment 50%
Sector Average 56%
Sector Average 56%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 406.6K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.0%
Last 30 Days ▲ 6.1%
Last 30 Days ▲ 6.1%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-3.41%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
0.76%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
7.78%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Armstrong World
Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (AWI) specializes in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of diverse ceiling systems, primarily catering to the construction and renovation needs of residential and commercial properties across the United States, Canada, and Latin America. The company operates through two main divisions: Mineral Fiber and Architectural Specialties. AWI's extensive product portfolio includes suspended ceilings made from mineral fiber, soft fiber, fiberglass wool, and metal, as well as ceiling and wall solutions crafted from wood, wood fiber, glass-reinforced-gypsum, and felt. They also provide crucial ceiling components such as perimeters, trims, and grid systems for drywall installations, in addition to commercial-grade ceilings and walls, acoustical control products, exterior facades, and room partitions. AWI sells its commercial ceiling and architectural specialty products to resale distributors and professional ceiling system contractors, while its residential offerings are distributed via wholesalers and prominent retailers, including large home improvement centers. The company was founded in 1891 and maintains its headquarters in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
AWI Company Deck
AWI Earnings Call
Q2 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveys a positive overall picture: Armstrong reported record net sales and adjusted EBITDA, delivered strong segment-level performance (notably Mineral Fiber AUV and AS organic growth), advanced growth initiatives (Kanopi, PROJECTWORKS, TEMPLOK, data center pipeline), raised full-year guidance across key metrics, and expanded share repurchase authorization. These strengths are tempered by cost inflation (freight, raw materials, steel), incremental SG&A and acquisition-related dilution, and a muted macro environment that could constrain upside. On balance, execution and cash returns outweigh the near-term cost pressures and uncertainty.View all AWI earnings summariesAWI Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$202.00
▲(25.69% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
1.56% Insiders
29.69% Mutual Funds
31.12% Other Institutional Investors
13.06% Public Companies and
Individual Investors