Record Quarterly Sales in Both Segments Drives EPS, Cash Flow and Value Creation Raising Fiscal Year 2027 Guidance
FORT WORTH, Texas, July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- AZZ Inc. (NYSE: AZZ), the leading independent provider of hot-dip galvanizing and coil coating solutions, today announced financial results for the first quarter ended May 31, 2026.
Fiscal Year 2027 First Quarter Overview (as compared to prior fiscal year first quarter(1)):
- Total Sales of $448.5 million, up 6.3%
- Metal Coatings sales of $210.3 million, up 12.3%
- Precoat Metals sales of $238.2 million, up 1.5%
- Net Income of $52.0 million, down 69.6%; prior year results were meaningfully impacted by equity in earnings from our minority interest in the AVAIL JV related to the sale of the Electrical Products Group to nVent Electric plc; Adjusted net income of $55.8 million, up 3.6%
- GAAP diluted EPS of $1.72 per share, down 69.6% due to equity in earnings from the AVAIL JV as mentioned above; Adjusted diluted EPS of $1.85, up 3.9%
- Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA of $99.5 million, or 22.2% of sales, versus prior year of $106.4 million, or 25.2% of sales; prior year Q1 included $7.7 million equity in earnings(2) from AVAIL JV operations
- Segment Adjusted EBITDA margin of 30.3% for Metal Coatings and 21.7% for Precoat Metals
- Cash flow from operations of $37.1 million
- Cash dividend of $0.20 per share to common shareholders paid during the quarter, recently announced 20% increase in dividend to $0.24 per share
- Net leverage ratio of 1.4x
(1) Adjusted Net Income, Adjusted EPS, Adjusted EBITDA, and net leverage ratio are non-GAAP financial measures as defined and reconciled in the tables below.
(2) Excludes $165.8 million of the $173.5 million of equity in earnings from the AVAIL JV that is included in prior year Q1 GAAP net income.
Tom Ferguson, President, and Chief Executive Officer of AZZ, commented, "We are off to a great start in the fiscal year as sales grew to $448.5 million, up 6.3% over the prior year quarter. Our sales momentum and disciplined operational execution resulted in Adjusted EBITDA of $99.5 million, or 22.2% of sales, which generated adjusted diluted EPS of $1.85, up 3.9%. Metal Coatings achieved strong, double-digit sales gains on higher volume of galvanized steel. Meanwhile, Precoat Metals reached record first-quarter sales, fueled by a combination of price increases to offset materials and input cost inflation and the ongoing production ramp-up at the Washington, Missouri facility. We are on track to set new sales and profitability records in fiscal year 2027 due to external market visibility as we continue to execute our strategic plans; therefore, we have increased our annual guidance range."
"We ended the quarter with a strong balance sheet and low net debt leverage of 1.4x, providing meaningful financial flexibility as we progress through the year. In the first quarter, we generated $37.1 million in cash from operations and will remain focused on disciplined management of working capital, capital expenditures, and debt throughout the fiscal year. Driven by a proven strategy and disciplined approach to M&A, we are actively pursuing an expanding pipeline of high-quality acquisition targets that will contribute to long-term shareholder value. Finally, I want to thank our AZZ employees as I am proud to work with such a talented group that incorporates pride and passion in everything they do," Ferguson concluded.
Segment Performance
First Quarter2027Metal Coatings
Sales of $210.3 million increased by 12.3% over the first quarter of last year, primarily due to increased volume supported by project spending in several end markets, including construction, industrial, and infrastructure. Segment Adjusted EBITDA of $63.8 million resulted in Adjusted EBITDA margin of 30.3%, a decrease of 260 basis points from the prior year first quarter due to the sale of land in the prior year quarter and share growth in large projects this year.
First Quarter2027 Precoat Metals
Sales of $238.2 million increased by 1.5% compared to the first quarter of last year, primarily due to increased sales from the Washington, Missouri facility and the pass-through of higher paint and input costs, partially offset by lower volume due to decreases in construction, infrastructure, HVAC and appliance end markets. Segment EBITDA of $51.8 million resulted in EBITDA margin of 21.7%, an increase of 100 basis points from the prior year first quarter, primarily due to higher sales.
Balance Sheet, Liquidity and Capital Allocation
The Company generated operating cash of $37.1 million for the first three months of fiscal year 2027 through improved earnings, coupled with a continued focus on working capital management. At the end of the first quarter, the Company's net leverage was 1.4x trailing twelve months Adjusted EBITDA. During the first three months of fiscal year 2027, the Company made no debt repayments and returned cash to common shareholders through cash dividend payments totaling $6.0 million. Capital expenditures for the first three months of fiscal year 2027 were $18.7 million, and full fiscal year capital expenditures are expected to be approximately $80 - $100 million.
Financial Outlook -- Raising Fiscal Year 2027 Guidance
We are raising our fiscal year guidance for the year ending February 28, 2027, which reflects our confidence in the Company's strategic execution, operational resilience, and market positioning. Fiscal year 2027 guidance reflects our best estimates given expected market conditions for the full year, an annualized effective tax rate of 25% and excludes M&A activity and any federal regulatory changes that may emerge.
Prior Revised
FY2027 Guidance FY2027 Guidance
(1) (1)
Sales
$1.725 - $1.775 billion
$1.80 - $1.85 billion
Adjusted EBITDA
$360 - $400 million
$375 - $415 million
Adjusted Diluted EPS
$6.50 - $7.00
$6.75 - $7.15
(1) FY2027 Guidance Assumptions:
a.
The newly built Washington, Missouri plant is expected to be accretive to earnings in FY2027.
b. Capital expenditures are expected to be approximately $80 to $100 million, reflecting an increase in growth capital for hot-dip galvanizing
capacity expansions and technology improvements for both Metal Coatings and Precoat Metals.
c.
Interest expense is expected to be $35 to $45 million.
d.
The annualized effective tax rate of 25% excludes federal regulatory changes that may emerge.
e.
Debt reduction in the range of $130 to $170 million.
f. Adjusted Diluted EPS guidance includes adding back amortization related to the Company's intangible assets, adjustments related to the AVAIL JV and
debt financing costs related to the refinancing of the Company's Revolving Credit Facility.
g.
Excludes all potential M&A activities.
h. Excludes the potential for equity in income (or loss) and cash distributions from AZZ's minority interest in its unconsolidated subsidiary.
Conference Call Details
AZZ Inc. will conduct a live conference call with Tom Ferguson, Chief Executive Officer, Jason Crawford, Chief Financial Officer, and David Nark, Chief Marketing, Communications, and Investor Relations Officer to discuss financial results for the first quarter of the fiscal year 2027, Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. ET. Interested parties can access the conference call by dialing (844) 855-9499 or (412) 317-5497 (international). A webcast of the call will be available on the Company's Investor Relations page at http://www.azz.com/investor-relations.
A replay of the call will be available at (855) 669-9658 or (412) 317-0088 (international), replay access code: 5406597 through July 16, 2026, or by visiting http://www.azz.com/investor-relations for the next 12 months.
About AZZ Inc.
AZZ Inc. is the leading independent provider of hot-dip galvanizing and coil coating solutions to a broad range of end-markets in North America. Collectively, our business segments provide sustainable, unmatched metal coating solutions that enhance the longevity and appearance of buildings, products and infrastructure that are essential to everyday life.
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Company Contact:
David Nark, Chief Marketing, Communications, and Investor Relations Officer
AZZ Inc.
(817) 810-0095
www.azz.com
Investor Contact:
Sandy Martin / Phillip Kupper
Three Part Advisors
(214) 616-2207 or (817) 368-2556
www.threepa.com
AZZ Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income
(dollars in thousands, except per share data)
(unaudited)
Three Months Ended May 31,
2026 2025
Sales $448,530 $421,962
Cost of sales 336,361 317,832
Gross margin 112,169 104,130
Selling, general and administrative 35,136 34,581
Operating income 77,033 69,549
Interest expense, net (11,264) (18,563)
Equity in earnings of unconsolidated subsidiary 509 173,523
Other income (expense), net (260) 1,327
Income before income taxes 66,018 225,836
Income tax expense 14,012 54,928
Net income $52,006 $170,908
Basic earnings per common share $1.74 $5.71
Diluted earnings per common share $1.72 $5.66
Weighted average shares outstanding - Basic 29,932 29,941
Weighted average shares outstanding - Diluted 30,159 30,217
Cash dividends declared per common share $0.20 $0.17
AZZ Inc.
Segment Reporting
(dollars in thousands)
(unaudited)
Three Months Ended May 31,
2026 2025
Sales:
Metal Coatings $210,305 $187,215
Precoat Metals 238,225 234,747
Total Sales $448,530 $421,962
Adjusted EBITDA:
Metal Coatings $63,815 $61,516
Precoat Metals 51,757 48,477
Infrastructure Solutions (839) 7,617
Total Segment Adjusted EBITDA(1) $114,733 $117,610
(1) See the non-GAAP disclosure section below for a reconciliation between the various measures calculated in accordance with GAAP to the
non-GAAP financial measures.
AZZ Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
(dollars in thousands)
(unaudited)
As of
May 31, 2026 February 28, 2026
Assets:
Current assets $440,054 $395,368
Property, plant and equipment, net 609,463 609,305
Other non-current assets, net 1,202,807 1,208,801
Total Assets $2,252,324 $2,213,474
Liabilities and Shareholders' equity:
Current liabilities $228,847 $232,274
Long-term debt, net 480,604 477,738
Other non-current liabilities 166,829 166,431
Shareholders' equity 1,376,044 1,337,031
Total Liabilities and Shareholders' equity $2,252,324 $2,213,474
AZZ Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(dollars in thousands)
(unaudited)
Three Months Ended May 31,
2026 2025
Net cash provided by operating activities(1) $37,149 $314,782
Net cash used in investing activities (18,698) (17,122)
Net cash used in financing activities (18,174) (295,512)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash 77 (593)
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents 354 1,555
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period 705 1,488
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period $1,059 $3,043
(1) For the three months ended May 31, 2025, net cash provided by operating activities includes distributions from AVAIL of $273.2
million. Refer to footnote 4 on page 9.
AZZ Inc.
Non-GAAP Disclosure
Adjusted Net Income, Adjusted Earnings Per Share and Adjusted EBITDA
In addition to reporting financial results in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in the United States ("GAAP"), we provide Adjusted Net Income, Adjusted Earnings per Share and Adjusted EBITDA (collectively, the "Adjusted Earnings Measures"), which are non-GAAP measures. Management believes that the presentation of these measures provides investors with greater transparency when comparing operating results across a broad spectrum of companies, which provides a more complete understanding of our financial performance, competitive position, prospects for future capital investment and debt reduction. Management also believes that investors regularly rely on non-GAAP financial measures, such as Adjusted Net Income, Adjusted Earnings per Share and Adjusted EBITDA to assess operating performance and that such measures may highlight trends in our business that may not otherwise be apparent when relying on financial measures calculated in accordance with GAAP.
In calculating adjusted net income and adjusted earnings per share, management excludes the following items from the reported GAAP measure: 1) intangible asset amortization, 2) restructuring charges, 3) certain legal settlements and accruals, 4) retirement and other severance expenses, 5) redemption premium on Series A Preferred Stock, 6) additional stock compensation expense related to the adoption of our executive retiree long-term incentive program, 7) certain adjustments related to the Company's unconsolidated joint venture, and 8) the write-off of debt financing costs. Management defines Adjusted EBITDA as adjusted net income excluding depreciation, amortization, interest and provision for income taxes. Management believes Adjusted EBITDA is used by investors to analyze operating performance and evaluate the Company's ability to incur and service debt, as well as its capacity for making capital expenditures in the future.
Management provides non-GAAP financial measures for informational purposes and to enhance understanding of the Company's GAAP consolidated financial statements. Readers should consider these measures in addition to, but not instead of or superior to, the Company's financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP, and undue reliance should not be placed on these non-GAAP financial measures. Additionally, these non-GAAP financial measures may be determined or calculated differently by other companies, limiting the usefulness of those measures for comparative purposes.
The following tables provide a reconciliation for the three months ended May 31, 2026 and May 31, 2025 between the non-GAAP Adjusted Earnings Measures to the most comparable measures, calculated in accordance with GAAP (in thousands, except per share data):
Adjusted Net Income and Adjusted Earnings Per Share
Three Months Ended May 31,
2026 2025
Amount Per Amount Per
Diluted Diluted
Share Share
(1) (1)
Net income $52,006 1.72 $170,908 5.66
Adjustments:
Amortization of intangible assets 5,726 0.19 5,734 0.19
Restructuring charges(2) - 3,827 0.13
Executive retiree long-term incentive program(3) - 2,185 0.07
AVAIL JV equity in earnings adjustment(4) (1,348) (0.04) (165,826) (5.49)
Write-off of debt financing costs(5) 572 0.02
Subtotal 4,950 0.16 (154,080) (5.10)
Tax impact(6) (1,188) (0.04) 36,979 1.22
Total adjustments 3,762 0.12 (117,101) (3.88)
Adjusted net income and adjusted earnings per share (non-GAAP) $55,768 $1.85 $53,807 $1.78
Weighted average shares outstanding-Diluted for Adjusted earnings per share 30,159 30,217
See notes on page 9.
Adjusted EBITDA
Three Months Ended May 31,
2026 2025
Net income $52,006 $170,908
Interest expense 11,264 18,563
Income tax expense 14,012 54,928
Depreciation and amortization 23,519 21,827
Adjustments:
Restructuring charges(2) 3,827
Executive retiree long-term incentive program(3) 2,185
AVAIL JV equity in earnings adjustment(4) (1,348) (165,826)
Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) $99,453 $106,412
See notes on page 9.
Adjusted EBITDA by Segment
Three Months Ended May 31, 2026
Metal Precoat Infra- Corporate Total
Coatings Metals structure
Solutions
Net income (loss) $56,549 $41,535 $509 $(46,587) $52,006
Interest expense 11,264 11,264
Income tax expense 14,012 14,012
Depreciation and amortization 7,266 10,222 6,031 23,519
Adjustments:
AVAIL JV equity in earnings adjustment(4) (1,348) (1,348)
Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) $63,815 $51,757 $(839) $(15,280) $99,453
See notes on page 9.
Three Months Ended May 31, 2025
Metal Precoat Infra- Corporate Total
Coatings Metals structure
Solutions
Net income (loss) $50,671 $39,354 $173,443 $(92,560) $170,908
Interest expense 18,563 18,563
Income tax expense 54,928 54,928
Depreciation and amortization 6,660 9,123 6,044 21,827
Adjustments:
Restructuring charges(2) 3,827 3,827
Executive retiree long-term incentive program(3) 358 1,827 2,185
AVAIL JV equity in earnings adjustment(4) (165,826) (165,826)
Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) $61,516 $48,477 $7,617 $(11,198) $106,412
See notes on page 9.
Debt Leverage Ratio Reconciliation
Trailing Twelve Months Ended
May 31, 2026 February 28,
2026
Gross debt $515,000 $515,000
Less: Cash per bank statement (5,500) (13,227)
Add: Finance lease liability 15,256 13,746
Consolidated indebtedness $524,756 $515,519
Net income $198,357 $317,260
Depreciation and amortization 91,747 90,056
Interest expense 48,350 55,650
Income tax expense 62,140 103,055
EBITDA 400,594 566,021
Cash items(7) 349 5,426
Non-cash items(8) 13,530 14,832
Equity in earnings, net of distributions (36,720) (209,733)
Adjusted EBITDA per Credit Agreement $377,753 $376,546
Net leverage ratio
1.4x
1.4x
(1) Earnings per share amounts included in the "Adjusted Net Income and Adjusted Earnings Per Share" table above may not sum due to rounding differences.
(2) For the three months ended May 31, 2025, includes restructuring charges related to the closure of two surface technology facilities in our AZZ Metal
Coatings segment. See "Item 8. Financial Statements-Note 17" in the Company's Form 10-Q for the first quarter of fiscal year 2027.
(3) During the three months ended May 31, 2025, we recognized additional stock-based compensation expense of $2.2 million upon the adoption of the Executive
Retiree Long-term Incentive Program. For further information regarding the adoption of the ERP, see "Item 8. Financial Statements-Note 15" in the
Company's Form 10-Q for the first quarter of fiscal year 2027.
(4) For the three months ended May 31, 2026, represents adjustments related to the loss recognized in fiscal year 2026 for the sale of AVAIL's Welding
Services Business. During the first quarter of fiscal 2026, AVAIL completed the sale of the Electrical Products Group to nVent Electric plc. Following
the completion of the sale, we received a distribution of $273.2 million during the three months ended May 31, 2025, exceeding the investment in the
AVAIL JV of $107.4 million as of May 31, 2025. The excess distribution of $165.8 million was recorded as equity in earnings of unconsolidated subsidiary
during the three months ended May 31, 2025. See "Item 8. Financial Statements-Note 8" in the Company's Form 10-Q for the first quarter of fiscal year
2027.
(5) The write-off of $0.6 million of unamortized debt financing costs relates to the refinancing of our Revolving Credit Facility on May 7, 2026, which
resulted in a partial extinguishment at the lender level. For further information, see "Item 1. Financial Statements-Note 10" in the Company's Form 10-
Q for the first quarter of fiscal year 2027.
(6)
The non-GAAP effective tax rate for each of the periods presented is estimated at 24.0%.
(7)
Cash items include restructuring charges associated with the AZZ Metal Coatings segment and other accruals.
(8)
Non-cash items include stock-based compensation expense.
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