AZZ Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
AZZ - AZZ Inc.
$141.16
-6.23 (-4.23%)
▼
5d:
-4.36%
30d:
+5.53%
90d:
+0.66%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 15, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 08, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: AZZ shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 3.0% growth. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: AZZ shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 3.0% growth. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$188.55
Based on 7.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$117.07
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 19.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: AZZ is currently trading at $141.16, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $136.93 to $145.97. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 20.8) is in line with its historical norms (19.1). At these levels, the market is pricing in 3.0% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, AZZ is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $139.45. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 4.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $161.67 (+14.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, AZZ is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $139.45. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 4.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $161.67 (+14.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$136.93 -
$145.97
Company Quality Score
56/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
74.6%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-4.2%)
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($161.67)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 3.0% growth with 9.4% revenue growth
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$136.93 -
$145.97
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$6.61
(4.7%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$139.45
Resistance Level
$151.67
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 15, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
20.83
Wall Street Target
$161.67
(+14.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
9.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-21.8%
Profit Margin
19.2%
Valuation Premium vs History
+3.0% premium
PE vs Historical
20.8 vs 19.1
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+3.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$145.39
(+3%)
2-Year Target
$149.76
(+6%)
3-Year Target
$154.25
(+9%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 21→19)
PE COMPRESSION
$141.42
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.1, Growth: 11.7%)
$208.44
(+48%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.8, Growth: 11.7%)
$196.75
(+39%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.7, Growth: 11.7%)
$167.24
(+19%)
📈
Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 14.02 | Current EPS (TTM): $10.51
Bull Case
$104.53
(-26%)
Analyst growth -35.5%, PE expands to 15.4
Base Case
$95.03
(-33%)
Market implied -35.5%, PE stable at 14.0
Bear Case
$100.23
(-29%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 11.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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