A O Smith Stock Price, News & Analysis

A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE: AOS) will release its third quarter 2022 financial results on October 27, before market open. Following the release, an investor conference call is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. (Eastern Daylight Time). The call will be available live on their website, with an audio replay accessible afterward. A. O. Smith is a leader in manufacturing water heating equipment and treatment products, focusing on innovative technology and energy-efficient solutions. For more details, visit www.aosmith.com.

A. O. Smith reported second quarter 2022 results with net sales of $966 million, a 12% increase year-over-year, primarily due to inflation-related pricing actions. Net earnings reached $126.2 million (+7%) and earnings per share (EPS) rose to $0.81 (+11%). The company reaffirmed its EPS guidance for 2022 between $1.56 and $1.76. Challenges included lower residential water heater volumes in North America and headwinds in China. The company’s capital allocation focused on a $400 million share repurchase program and a $0.28 dividend declaration.

A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE: AOS) appointed Noelle Brigham as its new Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Director on July 25, 2022. With over 20 years of experience in sustainability and environmental engineering, Brigham will lead the company's ESG initiatives, developing strategies to integrate sustainability into business operations. Previously, she held a significant role at S. C. Johnson & Son, and she is currently completing her PhD at Marquette University. A. O. Smith aims to strengthen its sustainability commitments under Brigham's leadership.

On July 11, 2022, A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE: AOS) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $.28 per share on its Common and Class A Common Stock. The dividend will be paid on August 15, 2022, to shareholders on record as of July 29, 2022. A. O. Smith is a global leader in innovative technology and energy-efficient solutions for residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, with headquarters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE: AOS) will announce its second quarter 2022 financial results before market open on July 28, 2022. An investor conference call is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. EDT on the same day to discuss the results. Investors can listen to the call live on the company’s website, with an audio replay available afterward. A. O. Smith, based in Milwaukee, is a leading manufacturer of water heating equipment and treatment products globally.

A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE: AOS) has acquired Atlantic Filter Corporation, a Florida-based water treatment company, in an all-cash transaction. The deal, terms undisclosed, strengthens A. O. Smith's North American Water Treatment business, adding to previous acquisitions. This move aims to enhance capabilities in Florida and beyond, aligning with the company's strategy to deliver innovative water solutions. Atlantic Filter has a strong industry reputation and will continue to operate under its existing leadership in West Palm Beach.

A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE: AOS) announced that Jim Stern has been appointed president of the Water Quality Association (WQA) as of May 9, 2022. Stern, previously the executive vice president and general counsel, aims to advance the industry's knowledge and professionalism while increasing public awareness about water quality. Since joining A. O. Smith in 2010, he has been instrumental in the company's expansion into water treatment, leading the acquisition of six firms in North America. Chairman Kevin Wheeler highlighted these efforts as pivotal in transforming A. O. Smith into a global water technology leader.

A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE: AOS) reported strong first quarter results for 2022, with net sales of $978 million, a 27% increase year-over-year. Net earnings rose to $119.8 million (23% YoY), leading to earnings per share of $0.76 (+27%). Adjusted earnings reached $122 million, yielding an adjusted EPS of $0.77 (+31%). The company reaffirmed its 2022 EPS guidance at $1.56 to $1.76. Despite challenges like supply chain issues and rising material costs, A. O. Smith remains focused on profitable growth through innovative products.

A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE: AOS) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $.28 per share on its Common Stock and Class A Common Stock. This dividend is set to be paid on May 16 to shareholders of record by April 29, 2022. A. O. Smith is a leader in innovative and energy-efficient water heating solutions, manufacturing products for both residential and commercial markets worldwide. The company emphasizes its commitment to technology and sustainability in its operations.