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Outperform 70 (OpenAI - 5.2)
Rating:70Outperform
Price Target:
$139.00
▲(11.73% Upside)
LNN scores solidly on strong balance-sheet strength and steady profitability, which are partially offset by weaker cash conversion and choppy/slowing revenue. Technicals show improving near-term momentum but a still-soft longer-term trend, while valuation is reasonable rather than compelling. The latest call reinforced resilience and capital returns, but near-term demand and free-cash-flow headwinds keep the score from being higher.
Positive Factors
Conservative balance sheet
Low leverage and an enlarged equity base provide durable financial flexibility, allowing Lindsay to fund capex, weather cyclicality in agricultural investment, and support capital returns without jeopardizing liquidity. This reduces refinancing and solvency risks over the medium term.
Sustained profitability and margins
Consistently healthy gross and net margins reflect structural pricing power, product mix, and operational discipline. Even amid volume softness, maintained operating margins indicate durable cost controls and margin sustainability that support earnings stability across cycles.
Ability to win large international projects
Securing an ~$80M MENA project shows competitive positioning, global sales capability, and access to sizable, higher‑visibility contracts. Large project wins diversify revenue sources and underpin medium‑term growth potential outside North America when execution timing is managed.
Negative Factors
Choppy and slowing revenue trends
Recurring year‑to‑year revenue volatility undermines predictability of earnings leverage and capital planning. A pattern of uneven top‑line performance constrains the pace of durable margin expansion and increases execution risk for capacity investments and shareholder return programs.
Weakened cash conversion and FCF volatility
Material declines in free cash flow and only moderate cash conversion reduce the company’s ability to fund growth, pay down debt, or sustain buybacks without drawing on cash reserves. Volatile working capital needs and prior weak cash years raise medium‑term funding unpredictability.
Demand headwinds and lumpy project timing
Structural external pressures—tight grower credit in Brazil, weaker commodity economics, and uneven project cadence (e.g., no large Road Zipper in FY26)—can suppress durable equipment investment and create lumpy revenue recognition, limiting steady recovery in sales and utilization.

Lindsay (LNN) vs. SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY)

Lindsay Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company DescriptionLindsay Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, provides water management and road infrastructure products and services in the United States and internationally. The company operates in two segments, Irrigation and Infrastructure. The Irrigation segment manufactures and markets center pivot, lateral move irrigation systems, and irrigation controls under the Zimmatic brand; hose reel travelers under the Perrot and Greenfield brands; and chemical injection systems, variable rate irrigation systems, flow meters, weather stations, soil moisture sensors, and remote monitoring and control systems under the GrowSmart brand. It also offers repair and replacement parts for its irrigation systems and controls; global positioning system positioning and guidance, variable rate irrigation, wireless irrigation management, irrigation scheduling, and smartphone applications; and industrial Internet of Things technology solutions, data acquisition and management systems, and custom electronic equipment for applications under the Elecsys brand. The Infrastructure segment provides Quickchange moveable barrier systems that help in highway reconstruction, paving and resurfacing, road widening, median and shoulder construction, and tunnels and bridge repairs; and re-directive and non-re-directive crash cushions, which are used to enhance highway safety at locations, such as toll booths, freeway off-ramps, medians and roadside barrier ends, bridge supports, utility poles, and other fixed roadway hazards. It also offers specialty barrier products; road marking and road safety equipment; and railroad signals and structures, and diameter steel tubing products, as well as outsourced manufacturing and production services for other companies. The company serves departments of transportation, municipal transportation road agencies, roadway contractors, subcontractors, distributors, and dealers. Lindsay Corporation was founded in 1954 and is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
How the Company Makes MoneyLindsay generates revenue through several key streams, primarily from the sale of irrigation systems and related equipment. The company earns money by selling its center pivot and lateral move irrigation systems directly to farmers and agricultural distributors. Additionally, Lindsay provides aftermarket services, including parts and maintenance, which contribute significantly to recurring revenue. Partnerships with agricultural co-ops, retailers, and distributors enhance their market reach and drive sales. The company also benefits from government subsidies and programs aimed at promoting water conservation and efficient agriculture, which can incentivize the purchase of their products.

Lindsay Earnings Call Summary

Earnings Call Date:Jan 08, 2026
(Q1-2026)
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Next Earnings Date:Apr 07, 2026
Earnings Call Sentiment Neutral
The call reflects a balanced view: the company delivered resilient margins and profitability, secured a sizable MENA project (~$80M) and strengthened shareholder returns with a new $150M buyback authorization while maintaining strong liquidity ($249.6M). However, revenue declines (total -6%, irrigation -9%, international irrigation ~-15%), ongoing macro pressures (trade uncertainty, low commodity prices, high input costs, credit constraints), lumpy project timing (Road Zipper comparability) and near-term free cash flow impacts from working capital and elevated capex present meaningful headwinds. Management expresses cautious optimism about stabilization in North America and growth opportunities internationally, but near-term demand risks remain.
Q1-2026 Updates
Positive Updates
Total Revenue and Profitability Maintained
Total revenues of $155.8 million (down 6% year-over-year from $166.3M) with operating income of $19.6 million (down 6% from $20.9M). Operating margin remained steady at 12.6% year-over-year, reflecting maintained earnings quality despite lower revenue.
Irrigation Segment Margin Improvement
Irrigation segment operating income of $23.0 million and operating margin improved to 17.2% of sales (up from 16.8% prior year), demonstrating resilience through pricing, cost management and productivity gains despite a 9% revenue decline to $133.4 million.
Infrastructure Revenue Growth
Infrastructure segment revenue increased 17% year-over-year to $22.4 million (from $19.2M). Infrastructure operating income rose 9% to $4.5 million (from $4.1M), driven by higher sales of road safety products.
Large International Project Win (MENA)
Announced a supply agreement for Zimmatic systems and FieldNET technology in MENA valued at approximately $80 million total, with approximately $70 million expected to be realized in this fiscal year — evidence of ability to compete for and win large-scale global projects.
Strong Balance Sheet and Shareholder Returns
Total available liquidity of $249.6 million ($199.6M cash and $50M revolver). Deployed $30.3 million in share repurchases in the quarter and announced a new share repurchase authorization of up to $150 million.
Progress on Strategic Capital Investments
Activated a new large tube mill in Lindsay, Nebraska (near full production), and progressing a galvanizing facility reengineering. Expected productivity, safety and efficiency gains; near-term depreciation may offset gains until demand recovers.
Modest EPS Decline and Other Income Support
Net earnings of $16.5 million or $1.54 diluted EPS (vs. $17.2M or $1.57 prior year) — a slight decline. Other (interest) income increased in Q1, partially offsetting operating pressures.
Negative Updates
Revenue Decline — Overall and Irrigation
Total revenue declined 6% to $155.8 million. Irrigation revenue decreased 9% year-over-year to $133.4 million, with international irrigation down ~14.9% (from $69.4M to $59.1M) and North America irrigation down 4% (from $77.7M to $74.3M).
International Market Challenges and Timing
International irrigation weakness driven by timing of MENA project revenues and weaker Brazil demand due to elevated interest rates and constrained credit — resulting in volatile quarter-to-quarter comparability and lower near-term equipment investment.
Infrastructure Margin Compression and Lumpy Project Timing
Infrastructure segment operating margin fell to 20.1% from 21.5% year-over-year as revenue growth was offset by higher operating expenses. Road Zipper remains lumpy with no large project expected to exit the funnel in FY26 (compares to a $20M shipment in the prior-year quarter), creating difficult comps in upcoming quarters.
Free Cash Flow and Elevated CapEx
Free cash flow was impacted by increased working capital to support growth and elevated capital expenditures. Near-term capex/depreciation is expected to offset some productivity gains until demand improves.
Macro Headwinds Pressuring Demand
Ongoing external headwinds — trade uncertainty, low commodity prices, high input costs and constrained grower credit (notably in Brazil) — are depressing farmer profitability and delaying large capital purchases.
Slight Earnings Pressure from Taxes and Lower Operating Income
Net earnings declined slightly due to lower operating income and a slightly higher effective tax rate, partially offset by increased other income.
Company Guidance
Lindsay’s guidance described a cautious near-term outlook with North America irrigation expected to remain “soft” and the company planning for a flat-to-down full-year run rate (Q1 North America irrigation $74.3M, down 4% YoY; overall Q1 irrigation $133.4M, down 9% YoY), while total Q1 revenues were $155.8M (down 6% YoY), operating income $19.6M (down 6%), operating margin 12.6% (flat YoY), and net earnings $16.5M or $1.54 per diluted share (vs $17.2M/$1.57 prior). Management highlighted an $80M MENA project (about $70M of revenue to be realized this fiscal year) with project margins slightly below segment averages, a robust international project funnel, and continued pressure in Brazil from high rates and tight credit; infrastructure revenue was $22.4M (+17% YoY) with operating income $4.5M (+9%) and a 20.1% segment margin, but no large Road Zipper project is expected in FY‑26 (last year’s comparable Q2 shipment was $20M, and current opportunities may offset roughly half of that shortfall, primarily in H2). Liquidity remains strong at $249.6M (cash $199.6M, $50M revolver), free cash flow was impacted by working capital and elevated CapEx (tube mill online; galvanizing upgrade underway), the company repurchased $30.3M of shares in Q1 and authorized a new $150M buyback, and near‑term margin improvement from CapEx is expected only after demand recovers (incremental depreciation will offset initial productivity gains).

Lindsay Financial Statement Overview

Summary
Fundamentals are healthy overall: solid profitability (TTM gross margin ~31.7%, net margin ~11%) and a conservative balance sheet (debt ~0.25x equity, ~14% ROE). Offsetting this, revenue has been uneven with a slight TTM decline, and cash flow quality weakened (TTM free cash flow down ~30% with only ~57% conversion vs. net income and historical volatility).
Income Statement
72
Positive
Profitability is solid in the most recent TTM (Trailing-Twelve-Months), with gross margin around 31.7% and net margin around 11.0%, broadly consistent with the last few annual periods. However, growth has been choppy: revenue is slightly down in TTM (Trailing-Twelve-Months) and has fluctuated meaningfully year to year (strong growth in 2022 followed by declines in 2023–2024). Operating profitability also eased versus the 2023 peak, suggesting some margin pressure or less favorable mix.
Balance Sheet
82
Very Positive
The balance sheet appears conservatively positioned with low leverage: debt is about 0.25x equity in TTM (Trailing-Twelve-Months), improved from higher levels earlier in the period. Equity has grown over time, and returns on equity remain healthy at roughly 14% in TTM (Trailing-Twelve-Months). The main watch item is that returns are down from the stronger 2022–2023 levels, indicating profitability has normalized even as the capital base expanded.
Cash Flow
63
Positive
Cash generation is positive, with TTM (Trailing-Twelve-Months) operating cash flow and free cash flow both solidly positive. That said, free cash flow fell sharply versus the prior annual period (TTM free cash flow down ~30%), and cash conversion is only moderate, with free cash flow at roughly 57% of net income in TTM (Trailing-Twelve-Months). The history also shows volatility (notably very weak cash flow in 2022), which raises the risk that working capital and investment needs can swing results.
BreakdownDec 2025Dec 2024Dec 2023Dec 2022Dec 2021
Income Statement
Total Revenue676.37M607.07M674.08M770.74M567.65M
Gross Profit210.78M191.06M213.01M199.18M150.21M
EBITDA117.31M99.98M123.44M107.64M74.31M
Net Income74.05M66.26M72.38M65.47M42.57M
Balance Sheet
Total Assets840.84M760.23M745.66M710.65M637.18M
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments250.57M190.88M166.31M116.51M146.71M
Total Debt136.51M134.39M136.11M138.53M138.02M
Total Liabilities307.99M279.34M290.01M317.30M298.74M
Stockholders Equity532.85M480.89M455.65M393.36M338.44M
Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow90.41M66.78M100.93M-12.55M17.46M
Operating Cash Flow132.91M95.76M119.71M3.05M43.97M
Investing Cash Flow-48.57M-25.94M-47.42M-8.95M-27.62M
Financing Cash Flow-26.85M-38.64M-17.30M-12.69M-11.66M

Lindsay Technical Analysis

Technical Analysis Sentiment
Positive
Last Price124.41
Price Trends
50DMA
117.56
Positive
100DMA
125.34
Positive
200DMA
130.04
Negative
Market Momentum
MACD
1.73
Negative
RSI
60.17
Neutral
STOCH
68.88
Neutral
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For LNN, the sentiment is Positive. The current price of 124.41 is above the 20-day moving average (MA) of 121.45, above the 50-day MA of 117.56, and below the 200-day MA of 130.04, indicating a neutral trend. The MACD of 1.73 indicates Negative momentum. The RSI at 60.17 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 68.88 is Neutral, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Positive sentiment for LNN.

Lindsay Risk Analysis

Lindsay disclosed 15 risk factors in its most recent earnings report. Lindsay reported the most risks in the "Legal & Regulatory" category.
Finance & Corporate - Financial and accounting risks. Risks related to the execution of corporate activity and strategy
Latest Risks Added 1 New Risks
1.
The Company's revenues can be highly dependent on a limited number of key customers and projects. Q3, 2025

Lindsay Peers Comparison

Overall Rating
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (63)
Financial Indicators
Name
Overall Rating
Market Cap
P/E Ratio
ROE
Dividend Yield
Revenue Growth
EPS Growth
71
Outperform
$3.96B25.617.85%1.24%4.60%-65.73%
70
Outperform
$1.30B18.4214.61%1.24%11.41%13.05%
70
Outperform
$2.33B19.9710.82%0.69%-2.73%-2.91%
66
Neutral
$139.12B27.8020.61%1.34%-11.66%-27.80%
66
Neutral
$1.12B23.567.37%1.14%6.66%
63
Neutral
$10.79B15.437.44%2.01%2.89%-14.66%
59
Neutral
$8.31B22.188.69%1.10%-20.09%121.28%
* Industrials Sector Average
Performance Comparison
Ticker
Company Name
Price
Change
% Change
LNN
Lindsay
124.41
-7.14
-5.43%
AGCO
Agco
111.35
9.37
9.19%
ALG
Alamo Group
192.58
11.42
6.30%
ASTE
Astec
49.10
14.44
41.66%
DE
Deere
514.40
55.92
12.20%
TEX
Terex
60.39
12.25
25.45%

Lindsay Corporate Events

Executive/Board ChangesShareholder Meetings
Lindsay Appoints New Chief Accounting Officer, Reports Strong Vote
Positive
Jan 12, 2026

On January 6, 2026, Lindsay Corporation appointed long-time finance executive Brett R. Coburn, 34, as vice president and chief accounting officer, formalizing his rise through the company’s accounting ranks since he joined in 2019 and bringing additional public company and audit experience in-house from his prior roles at Ballantyne Strong and KPMG. His compensation package will align with his seniority and includes eligibility for standard company benefits, while the company confirmed there are no related-party or conflicted-transaction concerns tied to his appointment. On the same date, at its fiscal 2026 annual meeting of stockholders, Lindsay reported an 88% turnout of eligible shares, re-elected three directors to terms expiring in 2029, secured shareholder ratification of KPMG as its independent auditor for the fiscal year ending August 31, 2026, and won advisory shareholder approval of executive compensation, signaling broad investor support for the company’s leadership, governance, and pay practices.

The most recent analyst rating on (LNN) stock is a Hold with a $139.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Lindsay stock, see the LNN Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyExecutive/Board Changes
Lindsay Announces Leadership Change in Irrigation Division
Neutral
Nov 7, 2025

On November 3, 2025, Lindsay Corporation announced the mutual agreement for Gustavo E. Oberto to step down as President of Irrigation, effective November 30, 2025. In his place, Brian J. Magnusson will take over the role starting December 1, 2025. This leadership change is expected to align with the company’s strategic goals and ensure continuity in its operations.

The most recent analyst rating on (LNN) stock is a Hold with a $125.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Lindsay stock, see the LNN Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyStock Buyback
Lindsay Announces New $150M Share Repurchase Program
Positive
Nov 5, 2025

On November 3, 2025, Lindsay Corporation’s Board of Directors authorized a new share repurchase program of up to $150 million, following the completion of a previous $250 million program. This initiative aims to provide flexibility in returning capital to shareholders while maintaining financial strength for growth and innovation. The repurchases will be conducted at management’s discretion, considering market conditions and applicable laws, and are subject to a 1% excise tax under the Inflation Reduction Act.

The most recent analyst rating on (LNN) stock is a Hold with a $125.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Lindsay stock, see the LNN Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyExecutive/Board Changes
Lindsay Approves 2026 Management Incentive Plan
Neutral
Oct 24, 2025

On October 22, 2025, Lindsay Corporation’s Human Resources and Compensation Committee approved the Management Incentive Plan for fiscal year ending August 31, 2026. This plan allows senior officers, excluding the retiring CFO Brian Ketcham, to earn cash incentives based on company financial and individual performance criteria. Sam Hinrichsen will join as Senior Vice President and CFO, participating in the plan. The incentives are based on achieving fiscal 2026 revenue, operating margin, and free cash flow goals, with bonuses ranging from 0% to 200% of target amounts.

The most recent analyst rating on (LNN) stock is a Buy with a $157.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Lindsay stock, see the LNN Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyExecutive/Board Changes
Lindsay Appoints New CFO Amid Leadership Transition
Positive
Oct 14, 2025

On October 14, 2025, Lindsay Corporation announced the appointment of Sam Hinrichsen as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective January 1, 2026, succeeding Brian Ketcham upon his retirement. Hinrichsen, with extensive experience in global financial management, previously held roles at Stepan Company and CMC Materials Inc. His leadership is expected to align with Lindsay’s strategic priorities and support its long-term growth initiatives.

The most recent analyst rating on (LNN) stock is a Buy with a $157.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Lindsay stock, see the LNN Stock Forecast page.

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Disclaimer

This AI Analyst Stock Report is automatically generated by our AI systems using advanced algorithms and publicly available financial, technical, and market data. While the information provided aims to be accurate and insightful, it is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Any content created by an AI (Artificial Intelligence) system may contain inaccuracies and/or contain errors. Investing in stocks carries inherent risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results. This report does not account for your personal financial circumstances, objectives, or risk tolerance. Always conduct your own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. The analysis and recommendations provided are based on historical and current data and may not fully reflect future market conditions or unexpected developments. Neither the creators of this report nor its affiliated entities guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information presented. Use this report at your own discretion and risk.Date of analysis: Jan 12, 2026