AZZ Inc. Issues Fiscal Year 2026 Guidance

Core Viewpoint - AZZ Inc. has announced its financial guidance for fiscal year 2026, projecting growth in sales, adjusted EBITDA, and adjusted diluted EPS compared to fiscal year 2025 [1][2]. Financial Guidance - FY2025 Sales: $1.550 -$1.600 billion; FY2026 Sales: $1.625 -$1.725 billion [1] - FY2025 Adjusted EBITDA: $340 -$360 million; FY2026 Adjusted EBITDA: $360 -$400 million [1] - FY2025 Adjusted Diluted EPS: $5.00 -$5.30; FY2026 Adjusted Diluted EPS: $5.50 -$6.10 [1] Operational Focus - The company aims to drive sustainable, profitable organic growth and execute a robust M&A pipeline while generating strong free cash flow [2]. - The Metal Coatings EBITDA range is expected to increase to 27% to 32%, while the Precoat Metals EBITDA range is maintained at 17% to 22% [2]. - Production ramp-up of a new coil coating line in Washington, Missouri is anticipated to reach normal run-rate performance in the second half of FY2026 [2]. Capital Expenditures and Debt Management - Capital expenditures for FY2026 are expected to be approximately $60 to$80 million, down from $100 to$120 million for FY2025 [5]. - Debt reduction is projected in the range of $140 to$180 million, with a debt-to-leverage ratio estimated between 1.5 to 2.5 times [5]. Company Overview - AZZ Inc. is recognized as the leading independent provider of hot-dip galvanizing and coil coating solutions, serving a broad range of end-markets [3]. - The company emphasizes its industry-leading margins, returns, and free cash flow, along with a strong operational footprint in its served markets [2].