AZZ Inc. Receives Moderate Buy Rating from Analysts

Analysts see potential in the industrial products company's future performance

Apr. 20, 2026 at 6:23am

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Shares of AZZ Inc. (NYSE:AZZ) have received a 'Moderate Buy' consensus rating from eight analysts covering the stock. Four analysts have issued a hold rating, while four others have given the stock a buy rating. The average 12-month price target among the analysts is $127.

Why it matters

AZZ's 'Moderate Buy' rating from analysts suggests they see potential in the company's future performance, despite some uncertainty. As an industrial products manufacturer serving diverse markets, AZZ's outlook could provide insights into the broader economic environment and investor sentiment.

The details

Several analysts have recently weighed in on AZZ stock. Robert W. Baird set a $125 price target, while Wells Fargo upgraded the stock to 'equal weight' and raised the price target to $132. Other analysts, including from Wall Street Zen and Noble Financial, have issued buy ratings on the shares.

  • AZZ announced a $100 million share buyback program on January 30, 2026.
  • The company is scheduled to pay a quarterly dividend of $0.20 per share on May 14, 2026 to shareholders of record on April 23, 2026.

The players

AZZ Inc.

A leading provider of galvanizing, metal finishing, and electrical equipment solutions, serving diverse industries such as energy, infrastructure, and general manufacturing.

Thomas E. Ferguson

CEO of AZZ Inc., who sold 25,000 shares of the company's stock in February 2026.

Tara D. Mackey

An insider at AZZ Inc. who sold 2,923 shares of the company's stock in February 2026.

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